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'Ristolainen's offseason routine was a topic of conversation among fans and media on social networks throughout the summer. A quick glance of his Instagram finds the Sabres defenseman flipping tires, boxing, clean lifting and practicing mixed martial arts.' … [Read more...] about ‘Leaner, meaner’ Ristolainen ready to step up for Sabres

'The schedule for the first four days of training camp is below. All practice times are subject to change.' … [Read more...] about Sabres release 2018 training camp roster

'Competition also exists at center, where Patrik Berglund has been added to a group headlined by young, dynamic playmakers in Jack Eichel and Casey Mittelstadt. Options here also include a veteran holdover in Johan Larsson, versatile wingers in Zemgus Girgensons and Evan Rodrigues, and up-and-comers in Rasmus Asplund and Sean Malone, among others.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres’ 2018-19 training camp roster

'"I think overall it was a great weekend," Sabres general manage Jason Botterill said. "Just the atmosphere in the building on Friday and Saturday night certainly got our players excited, and I really liked the effort from the entire team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres cap Prospects Challenge with 10-goal effort vs. Pens

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has returned Cole Coskey (Saginaw - OHL), Kevin Hancock (Owen Sound - OHL), Oskari Laaksonen (Ilves - SM-liiga) and Nicholas Welsh (St. Mary's University - Canada) to their respective clubs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres make Prospects Challenge transactions

'"That was a good team," Taylor said. "It was very valuable. A team like that, you can't turn pucks over at the blue line, they're going to come back at you. Like I said, a lot of individualized play for us. I didn't think we were as physical, especially in front of the net. We couldn't sustain to be there.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope to take lessons from Prospects Challenge loss to Bruins

'Evidently, the fans wanted to see him score, too. Dahlin went on to find the back of the net twice and tallied an assist in Buffalo's 6-4 win over New Jersey. Each time he scored, a crescendo of cheers rang from the crowd as he led his teammates back toward the bench.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin scores pair of goals in Prospects Challenge win over Devils

'"This is going to be my third rookie camp so of course I feel like I've done it before and I'm trying to be a leader for the other guys like Dahlin and other guys who are young here," he said. "Just show everything on the ice and try to work as hard as possible."' … [Read more...] about Nylander looking to make most of opportunity at Prospects Challenge

'Expectations for Dahlin will be high, as is the case with any No. 1 pick, but he's kept the same approach he had when he was fielding questions about being labeled a "generational talent" in the months leading up to the draft.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin to play first games as a Sabre at Prospects Challenge

'This season, the team will host 12 giveaway nights, 24 promotional nights and three theme nights.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2018-19 giveaways, promotional schedule

'"It's nice when you come to a team and you know somebody and sort of have a little bit of a relationship and your friends," he said. "That's always a bit of a comforting feeling when you're making a transition to a new team. That part's good."' … [Read more...] about Skinner arrives in Buffalo, eager for fresh start

'"I think it's certainly a possibility," Botterill said. "… We'll leave it up to [head coach] Phil [Housley] to see where that sort of all falls out come the start of the season. But what gets me excited as a general manager is we're at least giving our coach options."' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview: Competition on defense

'"That stuff's all between us," Reinhart said when asked about negotiations. "Right now, my focus is being around the rink, being with the guys, practicing like I would for a normal season. That's the way it's going to turn out to be, so I'm just treating it like that."' … [Read more...] about With negotiations ongoing, Reinhart joins teammates at Harborcenter

'"I think it's certainly a possibility," Botterill said. "… We'll leave it up to [head coach] Phil [Housley] to see where that sort of all falls out come the start of the season. But what gets me excited as a general manager is we're at least giving our coach options."' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview: Competition on the wing

'Botterill and Housley have both cited internal competition as a central ingredient in the recipe for a winning culture. With an influx of veteran players and a core of prospects looking to establish themselves as such, it's fair to expect competition for roster spots at every position in the weeks ahead.' … [Read more...] about Camp Preview: Internal competition at center