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Sabres ready to find defensive mojo vs. struggling Blackhawks

During a recent stretch, the Buffalo Sabres returned to the defensive structure that played a key part in their success last season after they struggled to do so for the first few weeks of the current campaign.

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Buffalo Sabres Visit Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday

The Buffalo Sabres visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, Nov. 12, at United Center, with puck drop at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Sabres are 8-7-3. Buffalo lost to Tampa Bay Lightning 8-3 on Wednesday, Nov.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 12

A sobering reality hovers above the struggling Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres leadership group was on the same page after getting demolished by the Atlantic Division rival Tampa Bay Lightning on home ice Wednesday evening.

Alex Lyon News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / November 12

Passion has helped Alex Lyon improve with age; Sabres goalie expected to start first game soon

BUFFALO – In the coming days, perhaps as soon as tonight in Chicago, Sabres goalie Alex Lyon is expected to make his season debut and display the latest version of himself that he spent the offseason and the past several weeks developing.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / November 11

Sabres fall apart after comeback, lose big to Lightning: ‘Beating ourselves’

BUFFALO – The same Sabres team that looked finished after falling behind four goals to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second period nearly tied the darn thing.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / November 11

4 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 8-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning

Last season, the Buffalo Sabres got the better of the Tampa Bay Lightning as they took seven of eight points against the division rival. On Wednesday night, the Lightning ensured the Sabres wouldn't have the chance to get that many points this season as they won 8-3 against Buffalo.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 11

Could Matvei Michkov and Lindy Ruff coexist in Buffalo?

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff gained a reputation for being tough on young players, especially those with defensive deficiencies, during his first stint as the franchise's head coach.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 11

Sabres' UPL chooses Atlantic Division rival as NHL's best goal scorer

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has made nearly 5,100 saves during his seven-year NHL career, including eight against Edmonton Oilers sniper Leon Draisaitl, who leads the league with 18 goals early in the 2026-27 season.

Mattias Samuelsson News / Sabre Noise / November 11

Mattias Samuelsson lauds Sabres teammate: 'Starting to look like a man now'

It's the most common refrain at the beginning of training camp across the sports spectrum: a player is in the "best shape of their life." In most cases, it translates to nothing.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / November 11

4 storylines for the Buffalo Sabres' home game against the Tampa Bay Lightning

The Buffalo Sabres are looking to get back on track after a disappointing performance against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday afternoon. They will be taking on a Tampa Bay Lightning team, one that they were competing with down the stretch last season for the Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 10

Jarmo Kekalainen sends subtle hint to the Buffalo Sabres locker room

Finding consistent success in the NHL requires a commitment that extends well beyond what happens at the rink. That's the point Buffalo Sabres general

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Owen Tippett News / Sabre Noise / November 9

Sabres need to take advantage of Flyers’ struggles and make a run at Owen Tippett

The Buffalo Sabres need scoring help and need it fast. Since it is mid-season, really the only way to do that right now is through a trade. General manager Jarmo Kekalainen finds himself in a position where he must make a big swing, and the best fit right now might be Philadelphia Flyers forward Owen Tippett.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 9

Buffalo Sabres must leverage organizational riches for a win-now trade

A quick glance at the Buffalo Sabres' organizational depth chart reveals a meaningful imbalance between the forwards and the defensemen. Buffalo has five blueliners under contract for at least three seasons: Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power, Mattias Samuelsson, Olen Zellweger and Louis Crevier.

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Beck Malenstyn News / Sabre Noise / November 9

Beck Malenstyn urges Buffalo Sabres to quickly tackle an emerging issue

The Buffalo Sabres failed to capitalize on a terrific first period Sunday en route to a 4-1 loss to former captain Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / November 9

One critical problem is fueling the Buffalo Sabres' volatile play

The Buffalo Sabres can't finish, at least not consistently, and it's become a growing concern as the team attempts to navigate an erratic start to the season.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / The Hockey Writers / November 9

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Inconsistent Scoring Continues, Luukkonen Has Been Better & More

Here are your Buffalo Sabres weekly news, rumors and storylines for the week of Nov. 9 – Nov. 15, 2026 The Sabres’ scoring inconsistencies and struggles continued throughout the week.

Konsta Helenius News / Sabre Noise / November 9

Konsta Helenius is still very much part of the Sabres’ future

The Buffalo Sabres have spent considerable time and resources rebuilding their forward group, and Konsta Helenius is supposed to be one of the players who eventually takes it to another level.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / November 8

3 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres deflating 4-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights

The Buffalo Sabres were looking to win their second straight game after beating the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Friday night. They would be taking on Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights, whom they had a three-game win streak against heading into this game.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / November 7

Sabres Need More Consistent Scoring Moving Forward

The Buffalo Sabres recently moved to 8-5-3 (19 points) after they defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Nov. 6. The game before that? They lost 2-1 to the Ottawa Senators in a game where they could not find any scoring, and it broke their three-game winning streak heading into the matchup.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / November 6

Sabres post 3-goal second period, extend Blue Jackets' road woes

Josh Norris scored twice and Owen Power had three assists in the Buffalo Sabres' 5-2 win over the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday. The Sabres are 4-1-0 in their last five games.

Conor Timmins News / Field Level Media / November 6

Sabres D Conor Timmins to make season debut vs. Blue Jackets

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Conor Timmins, injured in the team's final preseason game, will make his regular-season debut on Friday against the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets.

Jack Rathbone News / Daily Faceoff / November 6

Sabres place Jack Rathbone on waivers

It is a relatively quiet Friday on the NHL waiver wire, as the lone player made available is defenseman Jack Rathbone, who was placed on waivers by the Buffalo Sabres.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / November 6

Sabres’ Ryan McLeod, Louis Crevier healthy scratches Friday against Columbus

Buffalo Sabres forward Ryan McLeod and defenseman Louis Crevier will sit out Friday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets as healthy scratches, according to a report by The Athletic‘s Matthew Fairburn.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 6

Sabres seek better fortune at home vs. Blue Jackets

Coming off a late-game breakdown, the Buffalo Sabres look to rebound on Friday against the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets. The Sabres returned home Wednesday riding the momentum of a 3-0-1 road trip and held a 1-0 lead over the Ottawa Senators through 51 minutes of play.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / November 6