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'It was only one practice, but my goodness, it was obvious that Housley wants to see his defensemen involved in all aspects of the game. Just minutes into his first practice he lined his defenders up and told them that they need to focus on timing when they jump into the offensive zone. As the next drill followed Housley yelled "Go, go, go" as the defensemen followed the rush.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Day 2 – Sabres training camp

'"I think I have a lot to prove," Eichel told reporters. "Actually I think I've proven nothing. It's a huge year for me personally and as a team."' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres open training camp

'"In a situation like this, it's an important deal for the organization, it's an important deal for Jack," Botterill added Monday. "All I would say is that I still think conversations are very cordial, very positive from that standpoint and when you have both parties wanting to get a deal done, I do believe eventually a deal will get done."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jason Botterill on Jack Eichel: “Hoping to get a deal here done shortly”

'For my money, Brendan Guhle was the Sabres MVP during the Prospects Challenge and no one else was really close. That's not to say that other players didn't have impressive tournaments, Guhle was just stellar.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations from the Sabres Prospects Challenge

'Boy, can this kid fly. That was most evident in the second period as Guhle circled back in the Buffalo zone on a power play, took the puck up the wall and slung a pass cross ice to CJ Smith at the point. Rather than stopping and getting back to the blue line, Guhle flew to the net, tapping in a perfect pass from Smith to give the Sabres their second goal of the night.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres knock off Bruins 7-4

'The league's official Snapchat account posted two different pictures featuring some of the potential Sabres logos. One of the posts features two Sabres logos with the caption: "Buffalo going old school?"' … [Read more...] about NHL teases possible Sabres Winter Classic logos

'"I have no problem playing the year out," Eichel told WGR 550's Paul Hamilton on Tuesday morning. "I'm adamant about staying a Sabre, I want to bring some new excitement to this town and the contract thing will take care of itself."' … [Read more...] about Eichel adamant about staying in Buffalo, despite contract negotiations

'On Tuesday his agent Peter Donatelli told 7 ABC "Right now Jack is planning on starting the season. Whether or not he has a contract extension prior to the season, we don't know, and [that] is not his main focus going into camp."' … [Read more...] about Agent: Eichel content playing out 2017-2018 season without new deal

'That all sounds great, so now it's time to walk the walk. In Nashville as an assistant coach, players gushed over Housley's temperament and leadership. Those traits would certainly be welcomed in Buffalo, especially after what appeared to be anything but a perfect relationship between the Sabres players and previous coaching staff.' … [Read more...] about Pumpkin spice lattes mean Sabres hockey is near

'The Bogo Bunch, a Non-Profit Charity started by Bogosian and his wife Bianca, have started a GoFundMe to collect donations.' … [Read more...] about Zach Bogosian’s Bogo Bunch raising money for Houston

'Camp begins just four days before Buffalo's first pre season game on September 18 at home against the Carolina Hurricanes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce training camp schedule

'"I grew up in the Sabres organization and Buffalo has always had a big place in my heart," Biron said in a statement from the team. "Western New York has been my home since I was 20 years old, and my family and I are thrilled to begin this opportunity with the Sabres."' … [Read more...] about Martin Biron joins Sabres broadcast team

'Fear not, the sky isn't falling and things will be okay. Adding Butcher into the organization would've been a low-risk move that could've paid dividends but he's not a lock to be a great NHL player.' … [Read more...] about Will Butcher taking his talents elsewhere, chooses New Jersey

'When asked about a potential timetable for a decision Bartlett added: "Not sure, whenever he's [Butcher] comfortable."' … [Read more...] about Sabres firmly in the mix to land Will Butcher

'There's no denying that Girgensons has seen his play slip in the past two seasons. However, a new coach could change that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Zemgus Girgensons to two-year deal