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Buffalo Sabres to host 2026 NHL Draft

A big event is returning to Western New York. On Monday night, the National Hockey League formally announced that the 2026 NHL Draft is going to be hosted by the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Centre.

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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.

Colten Ellis News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 12

Sabres will likely play rookie Colten Ellis against Panthers, make lineup change

BUFFALO – Tonight’s contest begins a dizzying stretch of eight games over the next 13 days for the Sabres, including three in the next four days. So expect both of their goalies, Colten Ellis and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, to earn starts throughout one of the busiest stretches this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / ESPN / January 12

Reports: NHL selects Sabres to host draft in June

The NHL has selected the Buffalo Sabres to host its 2026 draft in June, according to multiple reports. The draft will be held at the Sabres home arena, KeyBank Center.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

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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Jack Quinn News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 12

In ending slump and scoring two goals, Sabres’ Jack Quinn displays talent

BUFFALO – Sabres winger Jack Quinn can be, shall we say, a bit streaky. Long goal droughts often follow productive stretches. In October, Quinn, 24, scored three times in four outings before enduring a 13-game goalless stretch.

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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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 11

Red-hot Sabres to test home prowess vs. Panthers

While the Buffalo Sabres look to continue their impressive surge, the Florida Panthers are just trying to string together some wins. With one loss over the last month, the Sabres aim for a seventh consecutive home victory Monday night against the Panthers.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 11

Sabres’ 2025-26 Midseason MVPs

This season has been one to remember for the Buffalo Sabres. Changes, win streaks, and a full roller coaster ride of emotions along the way have made for an interesting time for both the organization and the fans.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 10

Torrid Sabres score on first shot, coast to win over Ducks

Jack Quinn scored two goals for the Buffalo Sabres in a 5-3 win over the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Saturday night. Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist, Bowen Byram and Josh Norris also scored, Peyton Krebs and Zach Benson both had two assists and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 31 saves for the Sabres, who have won 13 of their past 14 games.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

NHL Prediction: January 10th Anaheim Ducks vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the slate using matchup context, recent form, and underlying data analytics to project likely outcomes.

Zachary Jones News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9

Buffalo Sabres Reassign Zachary Jones

The Buffalo Sabres announced that they’ve reassigned depth defenseman Zachary Jones to the AHL’s Rochester Americans. The Sabres are now down to six defensemen on the active roster.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 9

Sabres, Ducks face off headed in opposite directions

Two teams that have reversed directions in the past month will go head-to-head when the Buffalo Sabres host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday night. The Sabres have won 12 of their past 13 games following an 11-14-4 start to the season, while the Ducks have lost eight in a row and 12 of 14 after a 19-10-1 start.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9

Buffalo Reportedly Pushing To Host 2026 NHL Draft

The NHL Draft could be returning to Buffalo, New York this year. The Buffalo Sabres have made an earnest push to host the First Round of the 2026 NHL Draft, sources told Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 9

Sabres in discussions to host 2026 NHL Draft

Buffalo is buzzing with NHL excitement after reports surfaced that the Buffalo Sabres are in talks to host the 2026 NHL Draft. If it happens, the event would return to Western New York for the first time since 2016.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

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

The Buffalo Sabres are truly embracing the “New Year, New Me” mantra. In the thick of the playoff race once again, the Sabres are fresh off a win over the Vancouver Canucks after having their 10-game winning streak ended in Columbus.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 8

Colten Ellis makes 30 saves as Sabres outclass Rangers

Jason Zucker scored the game-winning power-play goal with 7:26 remaining in the second period, rookie Colten Ellis made 30 saves in his return from a concussion and the surging Buffalo Sabres earned a 5-2 victory over the host New York Rangers on Thursday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Inside The Rink / January 8

Buffalo Emerging as Favorite to Host the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

News about the host of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft has emerged today as Elite Prospects’ Cam Robinson reported that Buffalo is emerging as the favourite to host.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

NHL Predictions: January 8th Buffalo Sabres at New York Rangers

Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and trends, then makes predictions based on how the game might play out.

Logan Nelson News / Inside The Rink / January 7

ECHL: Meet The Gargoyles – Logan Nelson

The Greensboro Gargoyles are the new kids on the block in the ECHL this season. Being a new franchise has many challenges, as I have learned from covering the Gargoyles, but among those is bringing in an entire roster of players to a city that knows nothing about them.