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'Perhaps their biggest problem now is knowing how to play with the lead. They haven’t experienced it much this season, especially in the last month. Rasmus Dahlin said the team had a “panic attack” on Monday as things started to unravel. Kyle Okposo spoke on the team’s need for confidence in the third with the lead.' … [Read more...] about The final 20: How the 3rd period has hurt the Sabres recently

'They started out hot with three goals in the first two periods, and the team appeared to be playing with a lot more confidence heading into the third period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have “panic attack” in 3rd period, fall to Flyers 4-3 in OT

'“The professionalism Eric displayed during his time with the Sabres was felt by everybody in our organization from top to bottom,” the statement said. “I know his leadership and demeanor were valued by our players, coaches and staff, and Eric’s impact on our young players is obvious. It was a pleasure to be around Eric again and I wish him and his family all the best.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Eric Staal to Montreal for draft picks

'Granato and Ellis will join the team in Boston and are set to return to coaching duties for Saturday’s 1 p.m. game against the Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres coaches Don Granato, Matt Ellis cleared from COVID-19 protocol

'The team announced Friday that a limited number of fans will be allowed at four games during the remainder of the season, all taking place on Fridays or Saturdays in April.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host fans at 4 games in April

'The Sabres have now scored 8 goals in the last 7 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose again for not-so-sweet 16

'“Nothing changes in terms of expectations,” Adams said. “I’m going to give them everything I’ve got tonight. I’m going to be hard on them and I’m going to be hard on everything that we can to go and try to win a hockey game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres interim coach Don Granato, assistant Matt Ellis enter COVID-19 protocol

'Once again the second period proved to be too much for the Sabres. They gave up two goals in 2:07 to fall behind 4-1, a hole that proved too big to climb out.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose franchise record 15-straight games

'“Being back in a professional environment you learn from the older guys and become more professional and you know how to be a better goalie and a better player all around,” Luukkonen said.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen: “…trying to learn as much as I can” in Buffalo

'“I don’t think we play very smart,” defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen said. “We make really stupid mistakes that leads to way too many odd man rushes every game and a team like Pittsburgh, they have skill up front, and they had way too many odd man rushes and yeah I think that we should keep it very simple.”' … [Read more...] about “I don’t think we play very smart” – Sabres looking in mirror to find solution to winless streak

'Adding injury to insult, goalie Carter Hutton left the game with an apparent leg injury early in the 1st period. Head coach Don Granato didn’t have an update following the game.' … [Read more...] about Rangers down Sabres 5-3

'It’s not yet clear when the Sabres will play next after their loss to the Bruins on Wednesday night. The Sabres are currently on a 13-game winless streak.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Saturday game against Bruins postponed; fans will be refunded

'But people will not be refunded the 64 dollars they had to pay for a COVID-19 test. Under the Governor’s restrictions, fans have to be tested three days before the game they’re going to, and show proof of a negative result in order to attend.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans disappointed about postponed game, won’t be refunded for COVID-19 test

'The Sabres did have chances throughout the game, but the puck couldn’t find the back of the net. Sam Reinhart had an open opportunity at one point, but the puck missed. Tobias Rieder also had a one-on-one with the goaltender in the third period, but his shot was blocked.' … [Read more...] about Offensive woes continue for Sabres in 4-1 loss to Bruins

'“It’s a challenge and an opportunity and I’m excited for it,” Granato said. “Obviously there was a level of anxiety upon taking the position, accepting the position.”' … [Read more...] about “Obviously the expectation is to compete” – Don Granato takes over as interim Sabres head coach