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'"I think with the change you saw right around the Winter Classic, we put that group back together, and before that our five-on-five game wasn't where it needed to be, and individuals' games weren't where they needed to be," Housley said. "We made that change and I think that group really took off from that point because their intent was getting pucks to the net and a good … [Read more...] about Sabres power play looks to build on strong finish to last season

'Buffalo Sabres forward Scott Wilson is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks after undergoing successful surgery to repair an ankle fracture.' … [Read more...] about Wilson undergoes successful ankle surgery

'The Sabres assigned forward Alexander Nylander and defensemen Brendan Guhle and Brandon Hickey to the Rochester Americans on Monday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign three players to Rochester

'Sabres coach Phil Housley said Sheary's status for Thursday's opener will be a day-to-day evaluation, but the forward's competitive fire was already a welcome addition at practice.' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Sheary among returnees at practice on Sunday

'"I'd like to have ended it 5-3, the way we came into the third period," Housley said. "But it's a valuable lesson. Not only for our young players, the whole team."' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores twice as Sabres cap preseason with win over Isles

'"I'm just trying to play my game," he said. "Being the defenseman that I am, the two-way guy with … offensive qualities, I feel like I'm trying to develop my game every day and I feel like that's going good so far."' … [Read more...] about Pilut continuing to push for roster spot as regular season nears

'"I thought, overall, our compete level and our effort was there," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "You're playing a pretty good hockey team, the two-time Stanley Cup champions, and I thought it was just a valuable lesson for our young guys to learn the execution, the speed and the battle that you have to play in."' … [Read more...] about Loss to Penguins is a lesson in details for young Sabres

'"I feel a lot better," Wilson said. "I talked to a lot of people. I used to cramp and kind of be out of gas and feel like I had nothing left, so I think just with the weight, it feels like I can go longer, and I have a little bit left in the tank, as to where last year I think I got tired sometimes.' … [Read more...] about Wilson benefiting from added size at camp

'"Just being able to do this, it's a unique experience," Sabres forward Jack Eichel said. "Obviously, it's really cool for the people of Clinton. For us as a Western New York team, it's cool to be able to come here and play in front of them. They were excited to have us here. They filled the stands.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to hold off Columbus power play in Hockeyville USA game

'"I think C.J.'s done a terrific job," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "Every time he's been playing in the games, he's contributing, he's finding ways to get scoring chances and he's got to continue to do that. His development's in a real good spot right now."' … [Read more...] about Smith making most of opportunities at training camp

'"One of my main focuses is being around for my family, being able to go to their events and their sports and be a part of their lives," Gionta said. "I still wanted to be a part of the game and wanted to be part of the organization.' … [Read more...] about Gionta announces retirement, will take role with Sabres

'"I thought he was one of our best forwards," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "He looked very comfortable, he fit right in. He was on the puck, he was making plays. He was trying to make a difference tonight."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart tallies 2 points in preseason debut vs. Leafs

'"We were off to a really good start," the goaltender said. "And then it turned into a bad start."' … [Read more...] about Sabres respond to slow start, but fall short in Toronto

'"I think my dad's probably the happiest guy to get me out of the house again," Reinhart said. "I was pretty miserable for a couple of days but was able to stay on the ice and train back in Vancouver, and ultimately that's why I went home.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart thrilled to return after ‘challenging’ week away

'Reinhart (6'1", 192 lbs., 11/6/1995) established new career highs in games played (82), goals (25), points (50), power-play goals (12) and power-play points (21) during his third full professional season in 2017-18. In his last 38 games of the campaign, the forward recorded 37 points (18+19), and his 20 goals in the 2018 calendar year tied him for 12th in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Reinhart to 2-year deal