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'“As a group, we have to play better,” he said. “First of all, we have to look ourselves in the mirror. Us players, we weren't good enough. We didn't help Donny at all, honestly. So now, we need a good summer. When we get to training camp, we need a really good camp. And we have to be pushed. We have a young group, who [is] hungry, and we need to get pushed hard. And we're … [Read more...] about ‘We weren’t good enough’ | Sabres veterans reflect on season

'“Yeah, I mean, I think no one in here is satisfied,” he said. “Everyone is disappointed with the result and frustrated with the result. And I think moving forward, you use that as motivation in whatever way you choose kind of. I think every person deals with that kind of thing differently. But I think there’s no shortage of motivation and urgency for guys in this room to play … [Read more...] about Top quotes from Day 1 of Sabres locker cleanout

'Tuch’s second consecutive nomination comes just days after Sabres fans voted him as the recipient of the 2023-24 Rick Martin Memorial Award. “The Rico” is presented annually to the player who fans believe best embodies what it means to be a Buffalo Sabre based on on-ice excellence, resiliency, and dedication to the community.' … [Read more...] about Tuch selected as Sabres’ nominee for King Clancy Memorial Trophy

'Ostlund, 20, was a first-round pick (16th overall) by the Sabres in the 2022 NHL Draft. He had 23 points (12+11) in 38 games this season with the Vaxjo Lakers of the Swedish Hockey League. He also won a silver medal at the IIHF World Junior Championship, where he had 10 points (3+7) in seven games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reassign Ostlund to Rochester

'The Buffalo Sabres today announced that they have relieved head coach Don Granato, assistant coach Jason Christie, and video coordinator Matt Smith of their duties.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce coaching changes

'“I want the next head coach to be someone that has experience and can push this group to the next level and win hockey games,” Adams said. “I have it in my mind exactly what I’m looking for and that will be starting today.”' … [Read more...] about Adams details vision for next Sabres coach, will prioritize experience and pedigree

'The start marked Comrie’s first appearance since March 7. The 28-year-old’s season included a stint in Rochester and long stretches between games while he was in Buffalo. His attitude through it all – including setting a veteran example for the team’s two young goaltenders in Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Devon Levi – played into the coaching staff’s decision to start him against … [Read more...] about Sabres rally around Comrie in season-ending victory over Lightning

'“Just try to keep them to the outside and give them bad looks,” Jokiharju said. “I think, especially in the five-minute penalty, I don’t think they had too many chances. On the other one at the start of OT they had a couple chances but that’s good, we have a great goalie back there.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Panthers in OT to open season-ending road trip

'“It was a good win,” Tuch said. “It’s not easy coming in and showing up for games like this. Fan Appreciation Night, so it was a little thank you to the fans for sticking with us.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Capitals in home finale

'“We are working our butts off every single night and every single practice, everyone’s got to know that. We want to do something special in Buffalo and everyone is on the train. This summer is going to be very, very important for us.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ road trip ends with loss to Stars

'“Just trying to make too many cute plays,” Thompson said. “We came in, we talked about (how) we wanted to play a direct, hard game, make their D turn around and go get the puck. I thought when we did that, that’s when we had our O-zone (time).' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early deficit in loss to Red Wings

'“He has a chance for tomorrow, but I’ll talk to him now and see where he’s at,” Granato said. “I don’t have enough information to tell you at this point. Obviously, went through practice and now we’ll have that conversation.”' … [Read more...] about Greenway returns to practice with Sabres in yellow non-contact jersey

'“First of all, he’s just an unbelievable guy,” Luukkonen said. “I don’t think anybody here or anybody on the other team has a bad word to say about him. It hasn’t been an easy season or offseason for him. How he played today was unbelievable. How he showed up today and how he showed up since coming back from injury is unbelievable.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s a shooter’ | Quinn scores twice to lead Sabres in win over Flyers

'Luukkonen’s season-long goals-against average (2.57) ranks 10th among qualified NHL goaltenders while his five shutouts are tied for third. Entering play on April 5, Luukkonen has started 30 of Buffalo’s last 35 games and has a .917 save percentage in that span.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen named as Sabres’ nominee for Masterton Trophy

'“I think we use our speed well,” he said. “I think JJ and Tuchy are obviously very fast and get on pucks. And I think we get a lot of our offense from creating turnovers, whether it’s on the forecheck or in the neutral zone. Obviously, JJ sees the ice really well and I think we’ve just been reading off each other, getting familiar with each other’s game. I think all three of … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Breaking down the success of the Peterka, Thompson, Tuch line