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Buffalo Sabres prospect praised as 'the kind of player coaches trust'

The Buffalo Sabres are placing a heavy emphasis on the progression of young players in 2026-27, which means head coach Lindy Ruff will be tasked with deciding which members of that emerging future core can be trusted to take the ice in critical situations.

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Buffalo Sabres have two surprising reunion options after preseason injuries

The Buffalo Sabres lost two key defensemen on Tuesday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, with Mattias Samuelsson suffering an injury after a blocked shot and Olen Zellweger suffering a concussion in the second period.

Olen Zellweger News / Daily Faceoff / September 23

Sabres’ Olen Zellweger in concussion protocol after preseason game

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Olen Zellweger suffered a concussion and was forced to leave Tuesday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Zellweger suffered the injury after Blue Jackets defenseman Carson Soucy delivered a hit on the Buffalo defender late in the second period of Tuesday’s game.

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How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 22

Olen Zellweger Diagnosed With Concussion After Hard Hit From Carson Soucy

Olen Zellweger is dealing with a concussion after a heavy hit from Carson Soucy left him down on the ice and needing assistance getting to the locker room.

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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 / Sabre Noise / September 22

3 Sabres who delivered impressive performances in 5-1 preseason win over Columbus

The Buffalo Sabres took the ice for the first time this preseason in front of the home crowd at KeyBank Center. On Tuesday night, it was a lineup that looked pretty close to what fans are going to expect to see on a nightly basis for the Sabres, and they would cruise to a 5-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 22

Buffalo Sabres see two key defensemen leave early with injuries against Blue Jackets

On the scoreboard, everything seemed to go the Buffalo Sabres way in the second period as they would score three goals to take a commanding 3-0 lead. However, even though they are in line for the win, they could have suffered big losses as Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger left the game with injuries and didn't return in the third period.

Louis Crevier News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 22

Before trade, Sabres’ Louis Crevier beat long odds and developed confidence to stick in NHL

BUFFALO – In his early days with the Chicago Blackhawks, Sabres newcomer Louis Crevier couldn’t settle down. He said he played too nervously, afraid he would make a mistake.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 22

Lindy Ruff drops clues about Sabres' defensive plans for 2026-27 season

Yes, Olen Zellweger has the inside track to join Owen Power on the Buffalo Sabres' second defensive pair when the puck drops on the new NHL season. No, that doesn't mean you should expect Louis Crevier and Conor Timmins to play together regularly.

Justin Danforth News / Sabre Noise / September 22

Justin Danforth trying to navigate crowded path to a Sabres lineup spot

The puck was dropped in the first preseason game for the Buffalo Sabres on Monday night, a 4-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. The exhibition slate is about the development, looking at players competing for roster spots and deciding what role they end up in.

Jiri Kulich News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 22

Sabres preseason: Buffalo to dress full NHL lineup versus Columbus; Jiri Kulich to keep playing

BUFFALO – With the exception of one goalie, the lineup the Sabres will dress for tonight’s preseason game against the Blue Jackets is likely the one they field for their season opener Oct.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / September 22

Standouts From Sabres’ First 2026-27 Preseason Game

The Sabres concluded their first bit of hockey action last night as they were defeated by the Pittsburgh Penguins by a score of 4-1. Most of the Sabres’ main roster was not in attendance, so this game was more a showcase for the kids trying to make an impression, and a warm up for the veterans that did end up playing.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / September 22

Bruins trade candidate named 'attractive rental option' for rival Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have forgone any blockbuster trades or free-agent signings to acquire a high-profile forward following the departure of Alex Tuch. Instead, the front office is making a significant bet on the internal improvement of young players to fill the void.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 22

Former Sabres star dominates first preseason game with new team

Maybe Bowen Byram is a No. 1 defenseman after all. While it's obviously far too soon to draw a definitive conclusion, the newly minted Chicago Blackhawks blueliner got off to a roaring start with his new club Monday night, scoring a hat trick in the Hawks' 4-3 overtime win over the Minnesota Wild.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 21

2 winners, 2 losers from the Buffalo Sabres first preseason game against the Penguins

The Buffalo Sabres officially kicked off their preseason schedule with a road game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. With a home game the next night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Sabres made some important roster decisions, and it was mostly an AHL roster that went to Pittsburgh.

Justin Danforth News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 21

After long, trying recovery from broken kneecap, Sabres’ Justin Danforth happy to be playing again

BUFFALO – Sabres forward Justin Danforth listened to the question and let out a deep sigh. “Oh God,” he responded when asked about the most difficult part of the long rehab he endured after breaking his kneecap when he blocked a shot early last season.

Peyton Krebs News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Sabres’ Peyton Krebs on Track for Breakout Season

The Buffalo Sabres are seeing their contention window starting to open. Part of it has to do with their plethora of young talent, most of them signed long-term.

Lindy Ruff News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 21

Sabres preseason: Lindy Ruff will miss opener in Pittsburgh; Buffalo to field young lineup against Penguins

BUFFALO – Sabres coach Lindy Ruff will miss tonight’s preseason opener in Pittsburgh to attend a Celebration of Life ceremony for his former teammate, Brent Peterson, in Nashville.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Training Camp and Preseason Underway and More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of Sept. 21-27, 2026. The Sabres started training camp on Thursday as they get ready for the 2026-27 season.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Sabre Noise / September 21

Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin receives another accolade ahead of 2026-27 season

If the Buffalo Sabres are going to make a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they're going to need another standout year from captain Rasmus Dahlin.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 20

Olen Zellweger opens up about his first big impression of Owen Power

Olen Zellweger has gotten his first taste of Buffalo Sabres hockey with a few practices and then the intra-squad scrimmage on Saturday. To begin training camp, Zellweger has played mostly with Owen Power, but Lindy Ruff isn't ready to commit to who will replace Bowen Byram on that pair.