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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.

Tage Thompson News / The Sick Podcast / January 16

Tage Thompson Carries Sabres Over Habs With 5-Point Night

The Montreal Canadiens fell to the Buffalo Sabres 5-3 on Thursday night, thanks to the dominance of Tage Thompson, who was involved in all of his team’s goals with 3 goals and 2 assists.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 5-3 Win Over the Canadiens

Following their victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, the Buffalo Sabres extended their unreal run to 14 wins in 16 games. Despite the recent success, Thursday’s matchup with the Montreal Canadiens looked to be the most important of the season to date.

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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.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 16

Former Sabres star Maxim Afinogenov shares special moment with Lindy Ruff

BUFFALO – Other than a bit of a receding hairline, former winger Maxim Afinogenov looks pretty much like he did 20 or so years ago, when his slick exploits electrified Sabres fans.

Tage Thompson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 16

Tage Thompson, Sabres honor 2005-06 team in style by beating Canadiens

BUFFALO – As the reunion of the 2005-06 Sabres approached, center Tage Thompson and the current group of players learned plenty about what made that beloved team so unique and special.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 15

Tage Thompson records hat trick, 5 points as Sabres overpower Canadiens

Tage Thompson had a hand in all five goals, scoring three times and adding two assists for the Buffalo Sabres in a 5-3 win against the visiting Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night.

Konsta Helenius News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 15

Sabres Recall Konsta Helenius, Place Joshua Dunne On IR

The Sabres have recalled top forward prospect Konsta Helenius from AHL Rochester, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News. He could make his NHL debut tonight in Montreal.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 15

Sabres recall prospect Konsta Helenius; Josh Norris day to day with injury

BUFFALO – The Sabres this afternoon recalled center Konsta Helenius, one of their top prospects, from the Rochester Americans. Center Josh Norris is day to day after suffering an upper-body injury when Nick Seeler cross-checked him in the second period of Wednesday’s 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers, according to the team.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / January 15

The Habs Take On The Scorching Hot Sabres Tonight

The Montreal Canadiens (26-14-7) will be in Buffalo to take on a red-hot Sabres team (25-16-4) that has won 13 of their last 15 games. They most recently beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-2 on Wednesday night and will be playing the Habs on the 2nd half of a back-to-back tonight.

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.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

NHL Predictions: January 15th Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word on Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a closer look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Buffalo Sabres.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Sabres in Midst of Best Stretch in Franchise History

The Buffalo Sabres are 25-16-4 (54 points), which is good enough for fourth in the Atlantic Division and seventh in the Eastern Conference. They are tied

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 5-2 Win Over the Flyers

The last time we saw the Buffalo Sabres, they lost a close one to the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers 4-3. Despite that, the Sabres still have a big week ahead of them, beginning with a visit from the Philadelphia Flyers, whom they entered the night tied with in the Eastern Conference standings.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Field Level Media / January 14

Rasmus Dahlin scores twice as soaring Sabres top Flyers

Captain Rasmus Dahlin scored twice on the power play to record the fifth multi-goal performance of his career, fueling the host Buffalo Sabres to a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday.

Josh Norris News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Sabres’ Josh Norris leaves game vs. Flyers with upper-body injury

The Buffalo Sabres ruled forward Josh Norris out from the remainder of their game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday after he left midway through the second period with an upper-body injury.

Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Should the Sabres re-sign or sell Alex Tuch at the deadline?

Backtrack to around early December, and there was no more obvious “seller” than the Buffalo Sabres. At that time, Buffalo was dwelling near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings and seemingly wading through another losing season.

Josh Dunne News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

Sabres’ Josh Dunne to miss 4-6 weeks with injury

The Buffalo Sabres will be without forward Josh Dunne for the next four-to-six weeks due to a mid-body injury, head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters Wednesday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 13

Sabres to Host 2026 NHL Draft

The NHL Draft is returning to Buffalo. For the fourth time in the history of the event, the Buffalo Sabres will host the upcoming NHL Draft, which is scheduled to take place June 26-27 at KeyBank Center.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 12

Buffalo to host 2026 NHL Draft

Buffalo will be the center of the hockey world next June when the western New York city hosts the NHL Draft for the fourth time. The league announced Monday that the Buffalo Sabres were named the host team for the 2026 draft, to be held June 26-27.

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.

Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Sabres players praise Lindy Ruff ahead of 1,900th NHL game

The Buffalo Sabres have been incredible over the past several weeks, as they have only lost once over their last 14 outings. They are also on a three-game winning streak heading into this Monday night’s contest against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions Florida Panthers at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.