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Sabres set to open season vs. Bruins

After an offseason of change, the Sabres are set to open the season at home against the Boston Bruins.

BUFFALO - After an offseason of change, the Sabres are set to open the season at home against the Boston Bruins.

Head coach Phil Housley says given all of the young talent on the roster, this season is more about development than bottom line wins and losses.

"Just the development of our players...especially the young group... They have to have a better December than October. They have to have a better February than December. This is the best league in the world, and they're playing against the best players in the world. We understand that, but as long as we see good development and good direction, and hopefully we'll have good results which will build confidence. That's going to be important."

The game tonight will feature the NHL debut of top overall pick Rasmus Dahlin.

"Very prepared, We've had some great exhibition games so I'm feeling comfortable and I just want to get started."

Dahilin admits he might be a bit nervous when the puck drops.

"It's my first NHL game. I think so."

Dahlin says he has family here to watch him play. There is also a contingent of Swedish media here to cover his highly anticipated regular season debut.

It will be Jack Eichel's first game after being named team Captain on Wednesday.

"I mean there's obviously a lot of things you want to continue to get better at but I think where we are now as compared to the last few years I think we're in a better spot. I think everyone is energized and optimistic about our chances this year."

The Bruins are coming off a 7-0 loss to the Washington Capitals in their season opener Wednesday night.

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