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Jason Zucker's 2-goal effort helps surging Sabres defeat Islanders

Jason Zucker scored twice Saturday afternoon and Alex Lyon stopped all 26 shots he faced Saturday afternoon for the Buffalo Sabres, who continued surging with a 5-0 win over the New York Islanders in Elmont, N.Y.

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Sabres trade prospect to Hurricanes in exchange for Gavin Bayreuther

Jarmo Kekalainen on Saturday added defense depth in his first trade as Buffalo Sabres general manager, acquiring Gavin Bayreuther from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for forward prospect Viktor Neuchev.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 23

Sabres Place Jacob Bryson On IR, Recall Zachary Jones

The Sabres placed defenseman Jacob Bryson on injured reserve Friday and recalled Zachary Jones from AHL Rochester to replace him on the active roster, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News.

Jacob Bryson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 23

After Jacob Bryson injury, Sabres recall high-scoring defenseman from Amerks

The Buffalo Sabres on Friday recalled Zac Jones, whose 31 assists rank first among AHL defensemen, from the Rochester Americans. Sabres defenseman Jacob Bryson, who suffered an upper-body in Thursday’s 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens, has been placed on injured reserve.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 23

Habs Fall Behind Early And Comeback Falls Short Against Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens lose 4-2 in a very important game against the Buffalo Sabres. After being down 3-0 early in the 2nd period, the Habs attempted a

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

Sabres Can Excel if They Fix Some Poor Trends

The Buffalo Sabres have been on an absolute roll as of late. Since the hiring of Jarmo Kekalainen as their new general manager, they have looked revitalized and have gone on a fantastic stretch of games, garnering a record of 14-3-1 since his arrival.

Josh Gorges News / Professor Press Box / January 23

From Undrafted to 783 NHL Games: The Rise of Josh Gorges and His Journey to the BC Hockey Hall of Fame

In the high-stakes world of the NHL, being "undrafted" is often perceived to be a polite way of being told you aren’t quite enough. For Josh Gorges, that label wasn't a roadblock; it was a catalyst.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

3 Takeaways from the Sabres 4-2 Win Over the Canadiens

Though the Sabres have not been 10-wins-in-a-row hot, they’ve been very good since the beginning of December. Since Dec. 9, the Sabres are 16-3-1, most recently having beaten the Nashville Predators on the road 5-3.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 22

Sabres close gap against Canadiens in road victory

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 32 saves to help the visiting Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 win against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday. Jason Zucker, Beck Malenstyn, Zach Benson and Peyton Krebs scored for the Sabres, who halted a two-game skid and moved within two points of Montreal for third in the Atlantic Division.

Jacob Bryson News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

Sabres’ Jacob Bryson leaves game vs. Canadiens with upper-body injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Jacob Bryson left Thursday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens and did not return after sustaining an upper-body injury, the club announced.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 22

The Habs Hosting The Sabres In Big Divisional Game

For the 2nd time in the last week, the Montreal Canadiens (28-15-7) will be taking on the Buffalo Sabres (27-17-5), but this time they will be on home ice.

Josh Doan News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 22

Maturity, not just talent, earned Sabres’ Josh Doan new contract after trade

MONTREAL – Skill is just one part of Buffalo Sabres winger Josh Doan’s repertoire and why he earned a long-term contract extension during his breakout season.

Robert Thomas News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

Sabres Trade Target: Robert Thomas

The Buffalo Sabres are in the midst of one of their hottest stretches of games in franchise history. Now sitting in the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with a record of 26-17-5 (57 points), they’ll be looking to make the playoffs for the first time in 14 seasons.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

The surging Sabres should be trade deadline buyers

It feels like it was only yesterday that the Buffalo Sabres were back in their familiar spot at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. It certainly wasn’t long ago.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

The Sabres make a smart long-term investment with Josh Doan extension

As the Buffalo Sabres enjoy their best stretch of hockey since the days of Ryan Miller, they’ve begun to reward the players that are making this season such a success.

Josh Doan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 22

Josh Doan, Sabres contract grades for $48.65 million extension

The Buffalo Sabres are firmly in the playoff race, looking to erase a 14-season postseason drought. An offseason trade made by the now-fired Kevyn Adams has paid off in spades this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 22

Youth Impact Growing for Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have made a magical mid-season run, launching the organization into the packed Eastern Conference playoff race. The team was sitting in the last place spot in the Eastern Conference not long ago, and now they hold the first Wild Card spot as the halfway point of the regular season passes.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 21

Sabres sign forward Josh Doan to seven-year extension

Doan’s next extension will keep the forward in upstate New York through the 2032-33 NHL season, when he’ll be 31 years old.

Devils place Luke Hughes on LTIR

Kraken are open to trading Shane Wright

Report: Russia, Belarus remain banned from international play after IIHF Council meeting

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Konsta Helenius News / EasySportz / January 21

Konsta Helenius Makes Instant History in Breakout First Period

Sabres rookie delivers first NHL goal and three points in his second career game Konsta Helenius wastes no time announcing himself to the NHL. In just

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 19

Sabres Activate Alex Lyon, Place Joshua Norris On IR

The Buffalo Sabres will again carry three netminders on their active roster. According to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News, the Sabres have activated goaltender Alex Lyon from the injured reserve and have placed forward Joshua Norris on it in a corresponding roster move.

Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / January 18

Can the Sabres finally end their playoff drought?

Can the Sabres finally head back to the playoffs?

Sabres forward Josh Norris to miss time with upper-body injury

Flames trade defenseman Rasmus Andersson to Golden Knights

Predators’ Steven Stamkos fined for unsportsmanlike conduct

Senators’ Jake Sanderson opens up about Leevi Merilainen’s struggles

Maple Leafs are at a crossroads

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 16

Sabres’ Tage Thompson drops truth bomb after scoring 200th career NHL goal

Tage Thompson had a huge night, scoring three goals and adding two assists to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday at KeyBank Center.

Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / January 16

The Buffalo Sabres’ Fierce Play Could End 14-Year Playoff Drought

The Buffalo Sabres entered the 2025-26 season with modest expectations, yet their performance has exceeded predictions. Their recent success can be attributed to several factors, particularly their strong play over the past few weeks.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 15

Sabres Might Just Be For Real

The Buffalo Sabres are one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now. Winners of 14 out of their last 16 games, the team has quickly leapt from bottom of the Eastern Conference standings to owners of one of the Wild Card spots, and still climbing.

Buffalo Sabres News / Total Apex Sports / January 12

Buffalo Sabres to Host 2026 NHL Draft: Everything You Need to Know

The Buffalo Sabres are drawing attention after multiple reports confirmed the franchise has been selected to host the 2026 NHL Draft. Here is what happened, why it matters for the city, and what comes next for the organization as they prepare for the league’s premier offseason event.