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'Tage Thompson had other ideas, as he got in behind the defense and tucked his breakaway past the leg of goalie Tristan Jarry to even the score at 1-1 with less than a minute remaining in the period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop second-straight preseason tilt Thursday against Penguins

'I don’t think there’s any question that Devon Levi is Buffalo’s No. 1 goalie heading into the regular season, but I think Comrie has taken the clear early lead to be his backup.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Eric Comrie shines in second preseason start

'The Buffalo Sabres lost their first preseason game on Wednesday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs got the last laugh, 5-2, in the 2023 Kraft Hockeyville matchup at the Joe Thornton Community Centre in St. Thomas, Ontario.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop first preseason game against Maple Leafs

'It was a rough outing for Owen Power as he got walked for a breakaway goal and then just over a minute later, he didn’t realize Max Domi was coming out of the penalty box and he scored on a breakaway.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get badly outshot is preseason loss to Toronto

'"I signed a few Leafs jerseys, which I wasn’t too pleased about, but I couldn’t say no to the kids," said Cozens jokingly on Wednesday. "But putting myself in their position, no matter what team you cheer for, anytime you get to see an NHL player, it’s pretty cool.' … [Read more...] about Sabres enjoying playing 2023 Kraft Hockeyville game against Maple Leafs

'Buffalo was able to take advantage of an early power play chance to score the game's first goal and enjoy a 1-0 lead through the opening period. Tage Thompson made the initial pass, while 2023 first-round pick Zach Benson fed the puck to Jeff Skinner, who converted on a one-time opportunity.' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi perfect, offense scores early in Sabres’ preseason win over Bruins

'"Brandon’s a guy that I’ve watched quite a bit," said Granato on Tuesday following his team's win. "We had talked a lot last year about him being called up, and unfortunately, injuries took him out of it. But he’s a guy that I’ve become very familiar with, and there’s nothing he’s doing here that surprises me. It’s just that’s Brandon."' … [Read more...] about Brandon Biro getting good opportunity at Sabres training camp

'"He’s an unreal guy," said Samuelsson on Monday following practice in Downtown Buffalo. "We hung out and went to dinner a couple of times right when he got here, and he’s helped me a ton off the ice already with some recovery stuff, and telling me what’s worked for him over the years. And on the ice, he talks a lot, but he’s trying to learn the system and I’m trying to learn … [Read more...] about Mattias Samuelsson enjoys being paired with Erik Johnson back on left side of defense

'After the Capitals failed to score on their next two attempts, Buffalo had a chance to end the game with a win in Round 3. It ended up being forward Brandon Biro coming up with the game-winning goal for the Sabres to help Buffalo to a 1-0-0 start in the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason with shootout win over Capitals

'"I think just the reps," Peterka said. "I went to Buffalo and started in September just to skate with the guys to get more speed in my game. From now on, it’s just getting game reps and practice reps, and I’m feeling better."' … [Read more...] about JJ Peterka using past experiences to get himself ready for 2023-24 season

'“It’s all good, I did a stupid choice and blocked that shot, it’s all good now.” Don Granato added,' … [Read more...] about Dahlin escaped injury blocking a shot in the Blue and Gold scrimmage

'"It’s been great. I really like those guys," said Johnson following Friday's practice. "They’ve been super eager to ask questions about some of my experiences, and I’ve seen a lot in my time in Denver and St. Louis [Blues]. I’ve played in the Stanley Cup Final and the Olympics, so it’s information that I want to share. I’ve tried to be an open book for those guys."' … [Read more...] about Erik Johnson has enjoyed being around Sabres’ young defensemen

'Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams spoke very highly of his group ahead of Thursday's opening practice of training camp. He put an emphasis on the team's expectations for the 2023-24 season, as well as what the rest of the league is expecting.' … [Read more...] about Adams: Sabres’ championship window is open

'"I think about it and I think about so many goalies, young goalies, who are rookie-type goalies - guys without a lot of experience that have won Stanley Cups in the last 10 years. Look at last year with Vegas. Was the goalie they used in the Final their first choice three or four months prior? He wasn't their first or second choice, from what I understand. Devon has that … [Read more...] about Granato excited by Sabres’ youth this upcoming season

'"I’ve explained to their camps and individually how important they are to this franchise, and how we feel about them," said Adams on Thursday. "We want them here long-term. They’ve clearly indicated back to me this is where they want to be, and they believe in this team and believe in the direction we’re headed. And that’s where we’re headed."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ contract negotiations between Dahlin, Power progressing