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'“I thought it was pretty important for me to stay for the four years. Playing for Coach (David) Quinn was unbelievable. He’s a really good defensive minded coach. He does a good job with defenseman,” he said. “You look at the ‘08-‘09 national championship team and all six ‘D’ that played on that team, played in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Hickey excited to suit up in front of Phil Housley, weighs future with Sabres

'"Brian played over 1,000 games. He was the captain of the Montreal Canadiens. He was the captain of the Buffalo Sabres -- played for the Olympic team. You can’t have more experience on the ice," Taylor said.' … [Read more...] about Former captain Brian Gionta assisting with Sabres development camp

'The "ooos" and "aaas" were plenty and the rookie took notice.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin shines, enjoys special welcome as Sabres begin development camp

'One day it’s Montreal, the next it’s St. Louis, and more recently it’s been reported about a three-team trade involving the Canadiens, Sabres and Islanders. There’s also been speculation surrounding his July 1 signing bonus, which could be holding up any potential trade deal.' … [Read more...] about Botterill on O’Reilly trade chatter: “validity of a lot of the rumors are simply not true”

'Sheary has been a steady contributor for the Penguins helping them capture back-to-back Stanley Cup titles in 2015 and 2016.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Sheary & Hunwick, send conditional 4th rounder to Pens

'Fans will be able to get their first look at Dahlin on the ice Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin introduced after joining Sabres

'Nylander’s sophomore season got off to a rough start following a lower body injury during the Prospects Challenge last summer. He played in 51 games and didn’t register a point during the Amerks’ short lived playoff run.' … [Read more...] about 4 Players to Watch at Sabres Development Camp

'Development camp begins Wednesday at Harborcenter and runs through Saturday. Admittance will be on a first-come, first-served basis. The French Connection Tournament will cap off development camp on the final day. The tournament will be a ticketed event.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce development camp roster

'“It's very difficult to play in our league. Players that grow up in a hockey family, a family member that played and gone through the difficult path it takes to get and stay in the NHL, that they do have a competitive advantage over other players. In Mattias case, with his dad and uncle, he does have an understanding.”' … [Read more...] about Samuelsson’s NHL “bloodlines” could help development

'Derek Ryan (Hurricanes).' … [Read more...] about Free agents: Players the Sabres could pursue in free agency

'"He utilizes his size (6-foot-3, 217 pounds) as a strength," director of NHL Central Scouting Dan Marr said to NHL.com in February.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add to blueline, draft Mattias Samuelsson 32nd overall

'“You’re having (the amateur scouting staff) focus on it the entire year. As a GM, you’re focused on the NHL team, the pro games and looking at different scenarios there. You can’t be active in amateur scouting and I felt good in the people we hired. (I’m) very proud in how they prepared and how they handled themselves and how they prepared for today’s draft.”' … [Read more...] about Building the blueline key for Sabres moving forward

'Buffalo fans young and old could hardly contain their excitement after learning the top overall prospect would be donning a Sabres sweater.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans ready to usher in the Dahlin era

'“On behalf of our great fans in Western New York, the Buffalo Sabres are proud to select Frolunda defenseman Rasmus Dahlin," the GM said at the mic.' … [Read more...] about Sabres draft Rasmus Dahlin No. 1 overall in NHL Draft

'"Today can be a big celebration. We can have it move on next week at development camp which will be fun to see," Botterill said. "But he’s a young player. He’s 18-years-old. There’s high expectation down the road and it’s imperative to protect him and put him in situations so he can have success.' … [Read more...] about Botterill on Dahlin: “It’s great to have him in our organization.”