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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / April 13
Buffalo Sabres clinch 2025-26 Atlantic Division title
The Buffalo Sabres aren’t just ending their 14-season playoff drought this year, they’re doing it in style. The Sabres have been assured of heading back
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 13
How the Sabres Stack up Against Potential 1st-Round Opponents
On April 4, the Buffalo Sabres clinched their first playoff berth since 2010-11, ending the longest playoff drought in the NHL after the New York Rangers defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-1.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 13
NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Buffalo Sabres, April 13
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions! Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks look to get back into the win column against the Buffalo Sabres. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 12
Sabres seeking two more wins, starting with Blackhawks Monday
With two games remaining in the regular season, the playoff-bound Buffalo Sabres can finish anywhere from first to third in a stacked Atlantic Division.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 12
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Division Title Is in Reach & More
Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of April 13 to April 19, 2026. I don’t want to get ahead of myself; however, the Sabres still have a good chance to win the Atlantic Division.
Noah Ostlund News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 11
Sabres hope to have injured rookie Noah Ostlund back for playoffs 
BUFFALO – Coach Lindy Ruff said the Sabres hope to have injured rookie Noah Ostlund back for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. “Getting better,” Ruff said following Saturday’s practice in LECOM Harborcenter.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 11
One Line Can Drive Sabres to a Deep Playoff Run
Riding high after a 5-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, things could not be better for the Buffalo Sabres. Surprising goaltender Colten Ellis lodged his first career shutout.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 10
3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 5-0 Win Over the Blue Jackets
In a dog fight for the top spot in the Atlantic Division, the Buffalo Sabres entered Thursday riding high after a 5-3 win over the New York Rangers. Coming back home and facing a tough test in the Columbus Blue Jackets – who had already beaten the Sabres twice this season – would be just as important.
Colten Ellis News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 10
Colten Ellis dynamic as Sabres shut out Blue Jackets, stay in first place
BUFFALO – When the Sabres claimed rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers six months ago, it felt like his first trip to the NHL might be fleeting. After all, they grabbed Ellis to provide insurance after Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen suffered another injury late in the preseason.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 9
Colten Ellis, Sabres, blank Blue Jackets to stay atop Atlantic Division
Colten Ellis made 37 saves for his first career shutout in the host Buffalo Sabres' 5-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. Josh Doan
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 9
Goalie Alex Lyon could be sidelined into playoffs; Josh Doan makes ‘selfless’ play
BUFFALO – Injured Sabres goalie Alex Lyon could be sidelined for the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, coach Lindy Ruff said prior to Thursday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / April 9
Sabres’ Alex Lyon to miss at least a week with lower-body injury
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon will miss at least the next week with a lower-body injury, the club announced Thursday afternoon. Lyon, 33, has a 20-10-4 record, three shutouts, and a .907 save percentage in 36 games with the Sabres this season.
Alex Lyon News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9
Sabres’ Alex Lyon Suffers Lower-Body Injury
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon strained a lower-body muscle during yesterday’s morning skate and will be re-evaluated in a week, head coach Lindy Ruff announced today.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 9
3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 5-3 Win Over the Rangers
The Buffalo Sabres, coming off an electric 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, don’t appear to be resting on the fact that they will be a postseason participant for the first time in 15 years.
Radim Mrtka News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 8
Sabres reassign top defense prospect to Rochester Amerks
The Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday reassigned top defense prospect Radim Mrtka from his junior team, the Seattle Thunderbirds, to the Rochester Americans.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 7
The Buffalo Sabres Clinched A Playoff Spot: 14 Seasons In The Making
The Buffalo Sabres have done it. After 14 consecutive seasons, the team put an end to its playoff drought. It all started in the 2010-11 season when the Buffalo Sabres’ playoff appearances had come to an end.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / April 6
Playoff-bound Sabres can now set sights on bigger accomplishments
The Buffalo Sabres made it official over the weekend, clinching a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since the 2011 season. While simply
The 'NHL hat-trick leaders since 2000-01' quiz
How many of the players to lead the NHL in three-goal games since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / April 4
Yes — The Buffalo Sabres are Officially Back in the Playoffs
After a 15-season drought — the longest active in the NHL — Buffalo has clinched a playoff berth in the 2025-26 season. As of Saturday, they sit at 46-22-8 (100 points), currently 2nd in the Atlantic Division (tied in points with Tampa Bay Lightning but with one more game played), and in a strong position in the Eastern Conference.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
NHL punishes Senators' Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench
Some more hot water for the Ottawa Senators captain.
Sam Carrick News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 2
Sabres’ Sam Carrick to miss time with arm injury, playoff return possible
The Buffalo Sabres will be without forward Sam Carrick for the immediate future after head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed Thursday that the veteran center is week-to-week with a left arm injury, but hasn’t been ruled out for the playoffs, with less than two weeks remaining in the regular season.
Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / April 2
Sabres Face Chance to End 14-Season Drought on Thursday
The Buffalo Sabres enter Thursday night aiming at something much bigger than simply winning a game on a random weekday. With fewer than 10 games remaining on the schedule of all teams across the NHL, playoff positioning remains unsettled for the most part.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 2
The Buffalo Sabres Have A Chance At The Playoffs: Can These Four Guys Be The Reason?
The Buffalo Sabres have more grit with making a playoff push, and these four guys are key to accelerating the journey. The Buffalo Sabres made three trades before the deadline concluded.
Zach Metsa News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30
Buffalo Sabres Recall Zach Metsa
As expected, the Buffalo Sabres have recalled defenseman Zach Metsa from the AHL’s Rochester Americans, according to a team announcement. Metsa was reassigned just a few days ago due to the activation of fellow defenseman Conor Timmins.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6
NHL's goalie interference problem is becoming leaguewide embarrassment
Replay review in sports is supposed to fix things. It is not supposed to make things more difficult or even embarrass the league. But the NHL's attempt to legislate goaltender interference is proving to be a major problem for the league, and everybody is getting tired of it.
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