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Buffalo Sabres have a Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen problem (and no clear solution)

After a disappointing playoff run, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen needed to get off to a fast start with the Buffalo Sabres. It not only would have put the playoffs behind him but also quieted the trade rumors from the offseason connecting the Buffalo Sabres and Connor Hellebuyck.

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Sabres hear boos, get blanked by Stars in ugly loss: ‘Didn’t have our game’

BUFFALO – How’s this for a throwback to, uh, early last season? The Sabres performed so poorly in Thursday’s ugly 4-0 loss to the Dallas Stars that surly fans booed throughout night.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 8

3 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-0 loss to the Dallas Stars

The Buffalo Sabres were looking for their third straight win early in the season after back-to-back comeback wins against Chicago and Minnesota. On Thursday, it was the Dallas Stars standing in their way and unfortunately the Sabres had no answer for them as they lost 4-0 and were shut out for the first time this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 8

Sabres’ Lindy Ruff confident Josh Doan will start scoring: ‘All the faith’

BUFFALO – For the final 15 minutes of Tuesday’s thrilling 3-2 overtime win, Sabres winger Josh Doan, who began the night skating on the top line, watched from the bench.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Zach Benson News / Sabre Noise / October 8

Buffalo-area restaurant receives shoutout from Sabres' Zach Benson

Buffalo Sabres rising star Zach Benson will play in his 215th NHL game Thursday night against the Dallas Stars, and it's fair to say the winger has his routine down pat.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / October 8

3 Takeaways From Sabres’ First 3 Games of the 2026-27 Season

It hasn’t taken long for the NHL to deliver some fireworks. New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin scored a goalie goal, and both the first‑overall pick Gavin McKenna and second‑overall pick Ivar Stenberg have already recorded their first career points.

Jason Zucker News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 8

Sabres’ Jason Zucker progressing after surgery, has ‘soft date’ for return

BUFFALO – In the back of his mind, winger Jason Zucker said he and the Sabres have a time frame for when he can play again after undergoing sports hernia surgery in early August.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 8

Sabres analyst questions UPL's Buffalo future: 'I think he's cooked here'

The Buffalo Sabres were heavily linked to a potential blockbuster trade for Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck over the summer, but the organization opted to open the new season without making a change in the crease.

Tage Thompson News / Sabre Noise / October 8

Tage Thompson admits mixed feelings about contract amid NHL's rising cap

Tage Thompson will make a $7.1 million salary this year as part of a contract with the Buffalo Sabres that runs through the 2029-30 NHL season. He'd probably be making double that amount if he would have signed during the league's current player value explosion.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 8

Former Sabres star explains Buffalo exit: 'I knew that I wanted more'

Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen opened the 2026 NHL offseason by stating he was hopeful of signing Bowen Byram to a contract extension.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 8

3 Buffalo Sabres under the most pressure entering the game against the Stars

The Buffalo Sabres are going to be looking for their third straight win when they play the Dallas Stars at KeyBank Center. The Sabres certainly have the momentum after consecutive wins where they were able to overcome multi-goal deficits.

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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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 7

3 winners, 1 loser from the Buffalo Sabres impressive OT win over the Wild

For the second straight game, the Buffalo Sabres found a way to come back after being down by multiple goals and get the win. On Saturday against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Sabres were able to get the win in regulation but against the Minnesota Wild needed the extra period.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 7

Owen Power, Tage Thompson star as Sabres roar back to beat Wild in OT: ‘Like a playoff game’

BUFFALO – Less than a week into the season, the Sabres have kept showcasing more of the maturity that helped buoy them to a thrilling 109-point campaign last year.

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The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

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Owen Power News / Yardbarker / October 7

Feel the power: Sabres' Owen Power may be on verge of breakout after game-winning goal

Through three games, 2021 No. 1 pick Power has logged five points (four assists and one goal).

Wild’s Nick Foligno leaves game with upper-body injury

Dylan Larkin's season debut helps shift mood in Red Wings' win

The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Owen Power News / Field Level Media / October 6

Owen Power's OT goal completes comeback win over Wild

Owen Power scored with 37.4 seconds remaining in overtime to lift the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 comeback victory over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 6

3 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres thrilling comeback win against Minnesota Wild

The Buffalo Sabres were facing their toughest challenge of the season as they were playing a Minnesota Wild team that was undefeated entering Tuesday. They had allowed only two goals over the first two games of the season and were playing great hockey.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 6

Suddenly crucial Buffalo Sabres player praised by position coach

The ever inconsistent Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is off to a sluggish start to the new NHL season and veteran backup Alex Lyon remains sidelined by an upper-body injury.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 6

Debating placement of Sabres stars on ESPN's Top 100 NHL players list

The Buffalo Sabres roster cornerstones have remained the same in recent years: forward Tage Thompson and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, who also serves as the team's captain.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / October 5

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Regular Season Underway, Power Play Struggles & More

Here is the latest news and updates on the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of Oct. 5 – Oct. 11. The Sabres kicked off the 2026-27 regular season on Thursday night in Columbus, taking on the Blue Jackets.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 3

Jiri Kulich's third-period goal lifts Sabres past winless Blackhawks

After missing most of last season with a blood clot, Jiri Kulich scored the game-winning goal with 6:40 remaining to propel the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 victory in their home opener over the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.

Olen Zellweger News / Daily Faceoff / October 2

Sabres’ Olen Zellweger cleared to make Sabres debut against Blackhawks

Positive news for a talented team in the Eastern Conference. When speaking to reporters on Friday, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff announced that defenseman Olen Zellweger has been cleared to return to action.

Louis Crevier News / Daily Faceoff / October 1

Sabres sign Louis Crevier to four-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Thursday that they have come to terms on a four-year contract extension with defenseman Louis Crevier. The new contract

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Sabres Place Olen Zellweger On IR, Recall Dennis Gilbert

The Buffalo Sabres announced today that defenseman Olen Zellweger has been placed on injured reserve as he deals with a concussion. In a corresponding move, the Sabres recalled defenseman Dennis Gilbert from their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans.

Jessica Pegula opens door to future role with Buffalo Bills: 'I always thought that I wanted to be in the sporting world'

Jessica Pegula has admitted that she could one day take on a role running the Buffalo Bills, opening the door to a future in sports management after her tennis career.

Conor Sheary News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 29

Sabres Place Conor Sheary On Waivers

Despite never filling a major lineup role, veteran winger Conor Sheary was once a lock to stick in the NHL lineup. Those days seem past, as Sheary has been placed on waivers by the Buffalo Sabres ahead of his 14th professional season per PuckPedia.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Sabres Announce the 2026-27 Opening Night Roster

With the 2026-27 NHL season set to begin on Tuesday night, all 32 teams had to submit their opening-night rosters by 5 pm ET on Monday, including the Buffalo Sabres, who announced their opening-night lineup on Monday afternoon.