The Sabres look like a better team, but why are they still stuck in 27th place? Here are some areas that need to get better in order for this team to take the next step.
At the beginning of the 2015-16 season, there was a buzz around the Buffalo Sabres that hadn't been felt in years. Fans in Western New York were excited about a new coach, a new potential superstar, and a massive influx of new talent that would signal the coming of a new era in Sabres history. Improvements were certain, and the playoffs seemed within reach for the first time in forever.