Buffalo Sabres News, Updates & Highlights
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Buffalo Sabres Aim for Season's First Victory Against Florida Panthers
Friday, Oct 11th, 2024
The Sabres (0-3) host the Panthers (1-1) in an Atlantic clash. Buffalo has lost three straight, while Florida seeks a second win.
Kings Support Kopitar's Third-Period Hat Trick to Secure Season-Opening Victory Against Sabres
Thursday, Oct 10th, 2024
Anze Kopitar's hat trick lifts Kings past Sabres 3-1. Kuemper's 32 saves shine despite being outshot 33-22. Buffalo's scoring woes persist, dropping to 0-3.
Honoring Montreal Canadiens Legend Don Marshall: Five-Time Stanley Cup Winner Remembered by the NHL
Thursday, Oct 10th, 2024
Ex-Montreal Canadiens star Don Marshall, a five-time Stanley Cup winner in the ‘50s and ‘60s, has died at 92.
Clash in Buffalo: Kings Face Off Against Sabres in Out-of-Conference Matchup
Wednesday, Oct 9th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres face Los Angeles Kings in a matchup. Sabres were 39-37-6 last season; Kings 44-27-11. Kings are slight favorites (-114) over Sabres (-106).
Rookie Paul Cotter Leads Devils to Victory in Prague, Sweeping Sabres
Saturday, Oct 5th, 2024
Paul Cotter scored in both games, helping the Devils sweep the Sabres in Prague, with Jack Hughes adding two assists in a 3-1 win. Sabres went 0-for-4 on power plays.
Devils and Sabres Face Off in NHL Exhibition in Prague, With Devils as Favorites
Saturday, Oct 5th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres (0-1) vs. New Jersey Devils (1-0) in Prague, Sat, 10 a.m. EDT. Devils -149, Sabres +125, O/U 6.5.
New Jersey Devils Triumph Over Buffalo Sabres in NHL Season Opener in Prague
Friday, Oct 4th, 2024
Jacob Markstrom and Paul Cotter debuted for the New Jersey Devils, celebrating a 4-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres in Prague during the NHL Global Series opener.
Devils and Sabres Clash in Prague for Season Opener
Thursday, Oct 3rd, 2024
The Devils face the Sabres in their Prague opener. Devils have a -150 Moneyline; Sabres are at +126. Over/under is set at 6.5.
Stanley Cup Winner Kyle Okposo Hangs Up His Skates After 17 NHL Seasons
Thursday, Sep 19th, 2024
Kyle Okposo, ex-captain of the Islanders and Sabres, retires after 17 NHL seasons. He ends his career with a Stanley Cup win with the Panthers, scoring 242 goals and 372 assists.
Peyton Krebs Signs Two-Year Contract Extension with Buffalo Sabres
Tuesday, Sep 17th, 2024
Peyton Krebs, a restricted free agent forward, signed a two-year, $2.9 million deal with the Buffalo Sabres. Acquired from Vegas in the Eichel trade, he had 17 points and 67 PIM in 80 games.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's Journey from Third-String Goalie to Buffalo Sabres' $23.75 Million Solution
Wednesday, Jul 24th, 2024
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Sabres' goalie, signed a 5-year, $23.75M deal, solidifying his role. The 25-year-old Finn had 27 wins and 5 shutouts last season.
Buffalo Sabres Sign Beck Malenstyn to Avoid Salary Arbitration, Boost Fourth Line Depth
Tuesday, Jul 23rd, 2024
Buffalo Sabres sign forward Beck Malenstyn to a two-year, $2.7M contract, avoiding arbitration. Malenstyn, a physical left winger, boosts the Sabres' fourth line.
Sabres Trade Top Prospect Savoie to Oilers for McLeod
Friday, Jul 5th, 2024
The Buffalo Sabres traded top prospect Matthew Savoie to the Edmonton Oilers for Ryan McLeod and minor leaguer Tyler Tullio. They also re-signed defenseman Henri Jokiharju to a $3.1M one-year deal.
NHL Schedule Highlights: Return of Stars, New Coaches, and Outdoor Showdowns
Tuesday, Jul 2nd, 2024
The NHL season brings back stars like Stamkos and Marchessault in Nashville, DeBrusk in Vancouver, plus coaches Ruff in Buffalo, Keefe in NJ, Berube in Toronto, and Bylsma in Seattle. Enjoy two outdoor games and a 12-day break for the 4 Nations Face-Off.
Jeff Skinner Signs with Edmonton Oilers After Buffalo Sabres Buyout, Enhances Stanley Cup Contender's Forward Lineup
Monday, Jul 1st, 2024
Jeff Skinner, bought out by the Sabres, signs a $3M, one-year deal with the Oilers. Edmonton, making several roster moves, seeks cost-effective forwards.
Buffalo Sabres Part Ways with Jeff Skinner, Concluding Eight-Year Stint
Saturday, Jun 29th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres buy out Jeff Skinner, freeing $31.743M cap space. Skinner had 89 goals in 260 games. Sabres are pushing for playoffs, first time since 2011.
San Jose Sharks Trade Kyle Burroughs and Secure Top Prospects to Enhance Future Roster Ahead of NHL Draft
Thursday, Jun 27th, 2024
The Sharks traded up to the 11th pick in the NHL draft, acquiring Carl Grundstrom. Aiming to rebuild after a rough season, they plan to use the top pick on BU center Macklin Celebrini.
Cozens Shines as Canada Claims Overtime Victory, Advances to Quarterfinals in Ice Hockey World Championship
Tuesday, May 21st, 2024
Dylan Cozens netted a shorthanded OT goal, leading Canada to a 4-3 win over Czechia, ending the prelims with 7 wins. Canada now tops Group A and faces Slovakia next.
Lindy Ruff Aims to Break 13-Year Playoff Drought in Return as Buffalo Sabres Coach
Tuesday, Apr 23rd, 2024
Lindy Ruff is back as Buffalo Sabres' head coach, eager to end their 13-year playoff dry spell. With his history of 8 playoffs & a 1999 Final, he's set to revive the team.
Lindy Ruff Rejoins Buffalo Sabres as Head Coach with Goals of Revitalizing the Team
Monday, Apr 22nd, 2024
Sabres rehire Lindy Ruff, their winningest coach, from 1997-2013, to replace Don Granato. Ruff last took the team to playoffs in 2011.
Buffalo Sabres Dismiss Don Granato Following Unsuccessful Season, Prolonging NHL Postseason Absence to 13 Years
Tuesday, Apr 16th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres sack coach Don Granato after 13th playoff miss, marking the 7th NHL coach fired this season.
Sabres End Season on High Note, Defeating Playoff-Bound Lightning 4-2 as Cozens Nets Two Goals
Monday, Apr 15th, 2024
Dylan Cozens netted 2 as Sabres close their season with a 4-2 victory against playoff-bound Lightning. Stamkos hits 40 goals again but can't outscore Buffalo.
Sabres Seek to Overcome Away Game Struggles in Crucial Division Match Against Lightning
Sunday, Apr 14th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres aim to break a 3-game road skid vs. Tampa Bay Lightning. With Brayden Point (45 goals) and Alex Tuch (22 goals, 37 assists) as top scorers.
Panthers Secure Home Advantage Through Overtime Victory Against Sabres, Reinhart Delivers Winning Goal
Saturday, Apr 13th, 2024
Florida secured home advantage in the playoffs' first round with a 3-2 OT victory over Buffalo. Reinhart scored the winning goal; Bobrovsky saved 27, Luukkonen 39.
Sabres Set to Face Off Against Panthers in Key Atlantic Division Matchup
Friday, Apr 12th, 2024
Florida Panthers face Buffalo Sabres at home, aiming for Atlantic Division lead. Panthers on 2-win streak; Sabres 9-11-4 in close games. Tkachuk (85) vs. Tuch (59) in points.
Luukkonen's 22 Saves Lead Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 Victory Over Capitals, Dashing Playoff Ambitions
Thursday, Apr 11th, 2024
Buffalo beat Washington 4-2, knocking them out of playoffs. Luukkonen made 22 saves. Goals by Tuch, Benson, Quinn, Cozens; McMichael, Wilson scored for Capitals.
Buffalo Sabres Face Off Against Washington Capitals in Key Eastern Conference Match-up
Wednesday, Apr 10th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres (6th, Atlantic) vs. Washington Capitals (4th, Metro) Thursday at 7 p.m. EDT. Sabres (37-37-5), Capitals (37-30-11). Sabres won last, 6-2.
Pavelski's Tip-In Leads Dallas Stars to Land 50th Win Against Buffalo Sabres
Tuesday, Apr 9th, 2024
Pavelski's 2nd period goal led the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 win against the Buffalo Sabres, marking their 50th season win. Now just 1 point behind the Rangers in the NHL.
NHL Clash: Leading Dallas Stars Welcome Faltering Buffalo Sabres in Central Division Face-Off
Monday, Apr 8th, 2024
Dallas Stars (49-20-9) face Buffalo Sabres (37-36-5) at home, eyeing revenge after a prior 2-1 loss. Stars’ Robertson (77pts) vs Sabres’ Tuch (57pts). Home: 23-10-4, Away: 17-17-4.
Raymond, Kane, and Larkin Power Detroit Red Wings to Triumph
Sunday, Apr 7th, 2024
Raymond, Kane, Larkin scored, Lyon saved 37 for a 3-1 win over Sabres. Detroit hits 84 pts, surpassing Pittsburgh and Philadelphia for the 2nd wild card spot in the East.
NHL Face-Off: Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings in an Atlantic Division Duel
Saturday, Apr 6th, 2024
Buffalo faces Detroit in an Atlantic Division clash. Detroit (5th; 37-31-8) vs Buffalo (6th; 37-35-5). Last game: Red Wings won 4-1.
Quinn Nets Two as Sabres Triumph Over Flyers 4-2, Handing Them Their Sixth Consecutive Loss
Friday, Apr 5th, 2024
Rookie Jack Quinn netted two as the Sabres overcame the Flyers 4-2, marking Philadelphia's 6th loss. Dahlin scored and Luukkonen saved 32, deepening Flyers' playoff peril.
Flyers Seek to End Losing Run in Metropolitan Showdown with Rival Sabres
Thursday, Apr 4th, 2024
Flyers (36-29-11) vs Sabres (36-35-5), Fri 7pm EDT. Flyers lost 5 straight; Sabres 5-5-0 in last 10. Top scorers: Dahlin (BUF), Tippett (PHI). BUF leads season series 2-0.
Peterka's Double and Thompson's Hat Trick Propel Buffalo Sabres to Victory Over Capitals
Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 2024
JJ Peterka's 2 goals led the Sabres to a 6-2 win vs. Capitals, boosting playoff hopes. Thompson, Tuch, and Dahlin each added a goal and two assists.
Ovechkin and Dahlin Take Center Stage in Eastern Conference Clash Between Capitals and Sabres
Monday, Apr 1st, 2024
Buffalo Sabres (35-35-5) face Washington Capitals (36-27-10). Dahlin leads Sabres; Wilson tops Capitals. Buffalo 18-19-1 at home; Washington 16-16-4 away.
Auston Matthews Hits 60-Goal Mark as Maple Leafs Shut Out Sabres in Buffalo
Saturday, Mar 30th, 2024
Matthews hits 60-goal mark leading NHL in Leafs' 3-0 win over Sabres. First in 30 years with two 60-goal seasons. Tavares, Robertson score; Samsonov shuts out with 34 saves.
Maple Leafs Aim for Fourth Consecutive Victory Against Sabres: A Pre-Match Analysis
Saturday, Mar 30th, 2024
Maple Leafs vs Sabres in Buffalo this Saturday. Toronto, despite injuries, is favored. Buffalo counts on Thompson after his 4-goal game.
Tage Thompson Leads Buffalo Sabres to 5-2 Win Against Devils with Four-Goal Performance
Friday, Mar 29th, 2024
Tage Thompson's 4 goals, including a late go-ahead and a hat trick, led the Sabres to a 5-2 victory over the Devils, hurting New Jersey's playoff hopes.
Friday Night Face-off: Hughes Leads Devils Against Tuch's Rising Sabres
Thursday, Mar 28th, 2024
NJ Devils (5th, 36-33-4) face Buffalo Sabres (6th, 34-34-5) Fri. at 7 PM. NJ won last game 7-2 with Jack Hughes scoring twice.
Pinto Spearheads Ottawa Senators in a Dominant 6-2 Victory Over Buffalo Sabres with a Five-Goal Blitz in the First Period
Wednesday, Mar 27th, 2024
Shane Pinto led Ottawa Senators with 1 goal, 3 assists in a 6-2 win over Buffalo Sabres, scoring 5 in the first period. Korpisalo made 34 saves, Senators' record improves.
Ottawa Senators Clash with Buffalo Sabres in Fight for Atlantic Division Leadership
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 2024
Ottawa Senators (30-36-4) vs. Buffalo Sabres (34-33-5) in Buffalo Wed. Ottawa won 5-3; Buffalo is 5-4-1 recently. Tkachuk leads Ottawa with 31 goals; Peterka tops Buffalo with 24 goals.
Hyman Pots Two, Ekholm Tallies Three Points as Oilers Crush Sabres 8-3
Thursday, Mar 21st, 2024
Zach Hyman scored twice, leading the Oilers to an 8-3 win over the Sabres. Ekholm had 2 goals, Draisaitl scored and assisted twice. Edmonton now 42-21-4.
NHL Summary: Oilers Eye Continued Home Victory Streak in Thursday's Showdown with Sabres
Wednesday, Mar 20th, 2024
Sabres face Oilers in a clash of Atlantic vs Pacific. Edmonton (41-21-4) seeks to continue their home streak; Buffalo (33-32-5) aims to bolster their away record. Stars: Hyman, Draisaitl, Skinner.
Elias Pettersson Leads Vancouver Canucks to Victory Against Buffalo Sabres, Ascending to Western Conference's Apex
Wednesday, Mar 20th, 2024
Elias Pettersson's 2 goals and assist led the Canucks to a 3-2 win vs the Sabres, topping the Western Conference. DeSmith’s 16 saves marked his 1st win; Dahlin scored twice for Buffalo.
Pete Guelli Takes On COO Role for Business Operations with Sabres and Bills
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Pete Guelli named COO for Buffalo Bills & Sabres, to oversee business operations. The Rochester native previously worked with Bills, Hornets, and Giants.
Buffalo Sabres Face Off Against Vancouver Canucks in Critical NHL Matchup
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Canucks (42-18-8) vs. Sabres (33-31-5) Tue: Pacific vs. Atlantic. Series: 1-0 for Canucks after Jan win. Top players: Boeser (36G, 30A), Skinner (24G, 23A).
Buffalo Dominates Kraken with 6-2 Win, Skinner Nets Hat Trick
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Jeff Skinner's hat trick led the Sabres to a 6-2 win over the Kraken, bringing Buffalo within four points of a playoff spot.
Live Coverage: Buffalo Sabres Clash with Seattle Kraken in Crucial Encounter – Updates, Commentary, and Expert Insights
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
Buffalo (32-31-5) vs. Seattle (28-26-12) Mon. 10pm EDT. Seattle lost 4 in row, Buffalo 5-4-1 in last 10. Stars: McCann (SEA, 27G, 26A), Tuch (BUF, 18G, 24A).
Detroit Red Wings Triumph Enhances Playoff Aspirations; Buffalo Sabres Continue to Face Winless Streak
Saturday, Mar 16th, 2024
Detroit Red Wings beat Buffalo Sabres 4-1 for a wild-card spot, with Patrick Kane's tiebreaker securing their victory and second place.
Buffalo Sabres Seek Fourth Consecutive Victory in Matchup With Detroit Red Wings Within the Atlantic Division
Friday, Mar 15th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres (32-30-5), on a win streak, play Detroit Red Wings (33-27-6) at 12:30 PM EDT. Detroit's record in the division is 9-7-3; Buffalo's is 10-8-2. Last meet: Buffalo won 7-3.
Buffalo Sabres Achieve Third Consecutive Win With Shutout Against Islanders
Thursday, Mar 14th, 2024
Sabres beat Islanders 4-0, on a 3-game win streak for playoffs. Luukkonen's 5th season shutout. Olofsson, Cozens, Benson scored in 2nd period.
Islanders and Sabres Face Off: A Crucial Encounter Between Metropolitan and Atlantic Divisions
Wednesday, Mar 13th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres face New York Islanders in a Metro Division clash Thurs, 7 p.m. EDT. Buffalo seeks to build on a 7-3 win; NYI looks to bounce back.
Buffalo Sabres Decisively Beat Detroit Red Wings 7-3, Ascend in Playoff Standings
Tuesday, Mar 12th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres defeat Detroit Red Wings 7-3, enhancing playoff chances. Byram scores twice, Benson nets a goal, two assists. Red Wings' 6th straight loss.
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