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On December 8, the Buffalo Sabres sat 30th in the NHL in points percentage and dead last in the Eastern Conference at 11-14-4. The playoff drought that had defined the franchise for more than a decade looked like it would stretch to a fifteenth year.

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Lightning's Jon Cooper finally named Coach of the Year, but it doesn't feel right

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper was announced as the winner of the 2025-26 Jack Adams Award, giving him his first Coach of the Year honor.

Three-time Stanley Cup champion 'likely' to retire from NHL

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Hurricanes' top line is getting chances, not results. What’s wrong?

Golden Knights took advantage of Hurricanes’ systems in Game 1

Could the Montreal Canadiens sell high on Jakub Dobes?

Jay McKee News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 3

For J.P. Dumont, Jay McKee and other members of 2005-06 Sabres, sting of Game 7 loss to Hurricanes remains

To a man, every member of the team walked out of HSBC Arena that night 20 years ago believing the Buffalo Sabres would win Game 7 and earn a trip to the Stanley Cup final.

NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 3

Jon Cooper beats out Sabres’ Lindy Ruff and Dan Muse for Jack Adams Award

The Tampa Bay Lightning’s Jon Cooper on Wednesday won the Jack Adams Award as the NHL’s coach of the year, beating out the Buffalo Sabres’ Lindy Ruff and the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Dan Muse.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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The 20 best kits of the 2026 World Cup

Only one team, one nation, can win the 2026 World Cup. However, there’s nothing stopping every team from looking good out there. Well, some of the 48 nations won’t pop out there some of the time, or all of the time.

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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.

Devon Levi News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

3 Possible Trade Destinations for Sabres’ Devon Levi

Coming off their best season in almost 15 years, the Buffalo Sabres are tasked with taking another step forward in 2026-27. How they get there will depend on the moves made by general manager Jarmo Kekalainen.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Sabres Weekly: Devon Levi Trade Rumors, Helenius Scores Golden Goal & More

Here is the Buffalo Sabres weekly news, rumors and reports circulating for June 1 – June 7, 2026. The Sabres drafted Konsta Helenius 14th overall in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, which seemed like a steal at the time, but two years later, he is well on his way to becoming a superstar.

Tage Thompson News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Grades: Tage Thompson

The Buffalo Sabres are coming off their best season in nearly two decades. They won the Atlantic Division and dispatched their hated foes, the Boston Bruins, in the first round.

Zach Benson News / NHL Rumors / June 1

NHL Rumors: Zach Benson, Flames, and Offer Sheets

Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic: So, Zach Benson is going to get paid. The question now becomes how much? This is for a few reasons, along with Benson being a core piece.

Konsta Helenius News / Daily Faceoff / May 31

Helenius leads Finland to 2026 IIHF World Championship gold over Switzerland

Finland has won gold for the third time since 2019 and the fifth time ever after beating Switzerland 1-0 on Sunday at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship in Zurich.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 31

3 Sabres Who Are Expendable This Offseason

After playing such great hockey this past season, it will be hard to swallow seeing this roster change in a lot of ways. Unfortunately, the reality of being a legitimate contender means that there will need to be changes on the ice, and that some players will have to be moved on from.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

3 Major Reasons the Sabres Will Contend Again in 2026-27

The 2025-26 season has yet to officially close, but it is never too early to look ahead for every team that fails to win the Stanley Cup. For the Buffalo Sabres, the goal will be to build on a momentous season that saw their return to the playoffs for the first time since 2011.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Sabres News & Rumors: Tuch Contract Talk, Ruff Signs Extension & More

The offseason is officially underway for the Buffalo Sabres after a heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in the second round. New general manager (GM) Jarmo Kekalainen has a few big decisions to make within the roster, especially with contracts.

Jake Richard News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

Sabres sign Jake Richard to two-year, entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Thursday they signed forward Jake Richard to a two-year, entry-level contract. The 21-year-old spent the 2025-26 season in the NCAA with the University of Connecticut, where in 38 games he scored 10 goals and added 17 assists for 27 points.

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Jake Richard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28

Sabres Sign Jake Richard To Entry-Level Contract

According to a team announcement, the Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Jake Richard to a two-year, entry-level contract. The Sabres did not specify the financial terms of the deal.

Alex Tuch News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Can The Sabres Afford To Retain Alex Tuch?

The Buffalo Sabres broke a 14-year playoff drought this season in spectacular fashion and were within a shot of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals when Alex Newhook of the Montreal Canadiens broke their hearts in overtime.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Lead / May 27

From Rebuilding to Resilience, Sabres Season Offers Plenty To Celebrate

The Buffalo Sabres have a lot to be proud of this season. Despite a painful Game 7 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in the second round, there’s plenty of optimism for the future.

Devon Levi News / NHL Trade Talk / May 22

Sabres Likely Ready to Move On: Levi to Wind Up with Division Rival?

As per a report by Kevin Weekes, the Buffalo Sabres are open to the idea of moving on from goaltender Devon Levi, and if they do, the Ottawa Senators could be interested.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Lead / May 22

Notable Standouts and Disappointments in the Sabres’ Playoff Run

The Buffalo Sabres’ season came to an abrupt end when Alex Newhook scored the Game 7 overtime goal to bring the Montreal Canadiens to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / May 21

Will Alex Tuch stay with the Sabres?

Since the Buffalo Sabres have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the big question on everyone’s mind is whether or not forward Alex Tuch will re-sign with the team.

Lindy Ruff News / NHL Trade Talk / May 20

Sabres Say Lindy Ruff Extension a 'No Brainer', But Coach Had to Make a Stop First

The Buffalo Sabres have signed Lindy Ruff to a two-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season. It was a move GM Jarmo Kekalainen called a “no-brainer.” Kekalianen said they first had conversations about an extension in Los Angeles.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19

Insider Reports Sabres and Former Top Prospect Parting Ways

The Buffalo Sabres’ goaltending fell apart when they needed it most in the second round against the Montreal Canadiens. Lindy Ruff’s team was getting strong play from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon, and Colten Ellis all season, but it all fell apart for Luukkonen and Lyon against the Habs.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21

Rasmus Dahlin had a vulgar reaction to Sabres’ Game 7 downfall

The Buffalo Sabres’ run in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs is over, and it ended in such a painful fashion. Sabres star defenseman Rasmus Dahlin’s vulgar reaction to his team’s series loss against the Montreal Canadiens summed it all up.