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'"It was a just bit of a frustrating game. They're fighting for their playoff lives. That would've been a good game to win for us," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "Those are the type of barometer games that if we're going to do that right now this late in the season, those are the types of games that we have to set our bar at."' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to make it 3 wins in a row with loss to Florida

'"I was definitely getting a little frustrated, but I don't want to show my emotions. I don't want to let my teammates know. But, yeah, it was starting to get to me," he said. "I was getting looks and wasn't able to find a way to put them in. It was nice to have a chance to get out there and pull through for the guys."' … [Read more...] about Pominville nets overtime winner as Sabres top first-place Lightning

'"We need to try to get better," the goaltender said. "Every game is important to us. It might not be important to other people, but here in this room it's important. It's a part of showing you want to be here."' … [Read more...] about With deadline behind them, Sabres have a lot to prove in final stretch

'After beginning the season with three points (2+1) in 18 games with the Sabres, Griffith (5'9", 190 lbs., 1/4/1993) now ranks second among Amerks players with 34 points (13+21) in 36 games. In his last 25 AHL games, the Wallaceburg, Ontario native has 25 points (10+15), including a goal in each of his last two contests.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Griffith from Amerks

'"We certainly had a lot of interest, a lot of discussion with different teams," Botterill said. "The bottom line is we had one legitimate offer for Evander, and that's why we worked off of it with San Jose."' … [Read more...] about Botterill discusses deadline day, state of Sabres

'O'Regan (5'10", 185 lbs., 1/30/1994) has appeared in a career-high 19 NHL games with the Sharks in his second professional season in 2017-18, tallying four assists. In his first professional season with the San Jose Barracuda, he earned the Red Garrett Award as the AHL rookie of the year with a team-high 58 points (23+35) in 63 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire O’Regan, picks from Sharks

'"If the phone rings," said Pouliot, an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season, "the phone rings."' … [Read more...] about With deadline looming, Sabres turn in complete effort in win over Bruins

'"I've got to have the first one," Pominville said. "That's on me. I think I've just got to skate with him and not try to get the puck. I think I tried at least two times to get the puck and he kept getting my stick."' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin goal stifles comeback effort in Washington

'"Management thought it was the best decision moving forward and the best decision for Evander," Housley said.' … [Read more...] about With deadline approaching, Sabres scratch Kane in Washington

'"He has really responded well," Housley said. "I think his game has gotten to be back where it should be. Not because he's getting production. I think just his compete and his battle, he leans on guys, he's physical, just has more urgency in his game. Because of that I think he's getting rewarded in the production area."' … [Read more...] about Improved all-around play has led to increased production for Ristolainen

'Larsson began his drive as the final seconds dwindled off the clock in overtime, drew two defenders as he approached the net and made a quick pass back to Marco Scandella, who rifled a shot past Jimmy Howard with 0.2 seconds remaining to clinch a 3-2 win for the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win in Detroit on Scandella’s OT buzzer beater

'A check for $37,000 will be presented to representatives from Kevin Guest House on Sunday, Feb. 25, when the Sabres host the Boston Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret Bobblehead sale raises $74,000

'"I think finally being able to play a little bit with a team for longer than a couple weeks has really gone a long way," Wilson said. "I'm starting to really learn the systems. At the same time, when you're just working hard out there, trying to do the right things, you get some bounces."' … [Read more...] about As Wilson grows comfortable in Buffalo, points are beginning to follow

'The next week figures to be an anxious period for a number of players, and Lehner is no exception. The goaltender is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason, and given Buffalo's place in the standings, his name has naturally been circulated in trade rumors.' … [Read more...] about Lehner returns to the ice, expects to be ready for Thursday

'"Jake has been progressing well in his recovery from his previous injury, but we decided that this was a good opportunity to take care of a problem that he has been dealing with for a while," Sabres General Manager Jason Botterill said. "Jake will have time to fully recover before the beginning of the 2018-19 season."' … [Read more...] about McCabe to undergo shoulder surgery