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Sabres’ Tage Thompson outright refuses injury question after ugly Canadiens loss

Sabres’ Tage Thompson outright refuses injury question after ugly Canadiens loss

The Buffalo Sabres did not put their best foot forward on Friday night against the Montreal Canadiens. The Canadiens won Game 2 of their second-round series on the road.

Buffalo Sabres News / ESPN / May 9

Sabres drop Game 2 in tough night for Thompson

Tage Thompson's struggles were front and center in the Sabres' 5-1 loss to the Canadiens on Friday night that evened the second-round Eastern Conference playoff series at 1-1.

Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 8
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin reveals ‘completely different vibe’ around Buffalo amid Stanley Cup push

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin reveals ‘completely different vibe’ around Buffalo amid Stanley Cup push

Not only did the Buffalo Sabres end what was the longest active playoff drought in the National Hockey League at 14 years this spring, but they also defeated the Boston Bruins in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal to punch their ticket to the second round for the first time as a franchise in 19 years.

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Bowen Byram News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 8

Two years after trade, Sabres’ Bowen Byram earning place among NHL’s elite defensemen

BUFFALO – In watching Bowen Byram elevate his play and morph into one of the most dynamic performers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin has noticed the defenseman possesses a special attitude.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

Zach Benson News / ESPN / May 8

'The ultimate teammate': Meet Zach Benson, the NHL...

Benson is the player you love to hate -- or hate to love -- depending where you're lined up.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 8

With Sabres’ Tyson Kozak playing well, Sam Carrick has extra time to recover from injury

BUFFALO – If the Sabres had a seventh and deciding game tonight, you would likely see center Sam Carrick return from his left arm injury. “I think you’d look at it that you’d probably put him in,” coach Lindy Ruff said this morning in KeyBank Center after the Sabres prepared for Game 2 of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens.

Zach Benson News / Daily Faceoff / May 8
Sabres’ Zach Benson is the perfect blueprint for what a smaller NHLer should be

Sabres’ Zach Benson is the perfect blueprint for what a smaller NHLer should be

BUFFALO – “We wish we took him.” That’s what one scout texted after watching Benson score a goal and an assist to help eliminate the Boston Bruins on May 1.

Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 8
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin reacts to being named a Norris Trophy finalist

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin reacts to being named a Norris Trophy finalist

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin has been named a Norris Trophy finalist for the first time in his career. Buffalo’s captain, Dahlin, led the club to its first playoff appearance in 15 years.

Alex Lyon News / Field Level Media / May 7
Alex Lyon has 'caught fire' in net as Sabres, Habs prepare for Game 2

Alex Lyon has 'caught fire' in net as Sabres, Habs prepare for Game 2

The Montreal Canadiens want to take home-ice advantage in their best-of-seven Stanley Cup playoff series with the Buffalo Sabres back to Quebec with them.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 7
Sabres’ captain Rasmus Dahlin nearly spills details on Zach Benson’s ‘weird stuff’

Sabres’ captain Rasmus Dahlin nearly spills details on Zach Benson’s ‘weird stuff’

The Buffalo Sabres are quickly becoming everyone’s favorite team in this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs, thanks to a mix of speed, skill, and tenacity that all the contenders show they are capable of during a long run.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 7
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Deserves to Win the Bill Masterton Trophy

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Deserves to Win the Bill Masterton Trophy

The NHL announced its finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy on Monday, with Sabres’ defenseman Rasmus Dahlin being one of them, joining Jonathan Toews and Gabriel Landeskog.

Rasmus Dahlin News / The Hockey Writers / May 7
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Named a Finalist for Norris Trophy

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Named a Finalist for Norris Trophy

The NHL announced on Thursday the three finalists for the James Norris Memorial Trophy, and Buffalo Sabres’ defenseman Rasmus Dahlin was one of them. He joins the Columbus Blue Jackets’ defenseman Zach Werenski and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Sabres no longer look overwhelmed on home ice

Sabres no longer look overwhelmed on home ice

The Buffalo Sabres won the first game of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens with a 4-2 victory Wednesday night. Ryan McLeod and Josh Doan scored for the Sabres while Alex Lyon made 26 saves to get the win.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 7
3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 4-2 Game 1 Win Over the Canadiens

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 4-2 Game 1 Win Over the Canadiens

Since advancing to the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the vibes have been immaculate for the Buffalo Sabres. It is the first time the franchise has made it this far in 19 years, squaring off against the New York Rangers in 2007.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 6
Sabres' power play tallies twice to topple Canadiens in Game 1

Sabres' power play tallies twice to topple Canadiens in Game 1

Ryan McLeod and defenseman Bowen Byram each converted on the power play to lift the host Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference second-round series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 7
Winners, losers from Stanley Cup playoffs: Alex Lyon stays hot

Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Alex Lyon stays hot for Sabres

The second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Wednesday night with the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks both picking up wins. Let's dig a little deeper into both of those games and pick out the biggest winners and losers from the night. 

Sabres' power play tallies twice to topple Canadiens in Game 1
Lukas Dostal, Ducks shut down Knights, head home with series 1-1
Players, teams that benefit most from salary-cap increase: Connor Bedard wins
Will winning Draft Lottery convince Auston Matthews to stay with Leafs?
Watch: Brent Burns accidentally strikes Kirill Kaprizov in the groin with skate
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / May 6
Buffalo Sabres Next Playoff Hurdle: The Last Canadian Team

Buffalo Sabres Next Playoff Hurdle: The Last Canadian Team

The Buffalo Sabres face the Montreal Canadiens in Round Two of the playoffs. The Buffalo Sabres finished off the Boston Bruins in Game Six and advanced to Round Two.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / May 6
The Puck Drops Tonight For Habs VS. Sabres Series

The Puck Drops Tonight For Habs VS. Sabres Series

While all the other 2nd round series have already started, the Montreal Canadiens will finally get theirs underway tonight against the Buffalo Sabres.

Sam Carrick News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Sabres Announce Sam Carrick News Before Game 1 vs. Canadiens

Sabres Announce Sam Carrick News Before Game 1 vs. Canadiens

The Buffalo Sabres are set to face off against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday night in Game 1 of the second round. The Sabres will be looking to start the series on the right foot by defeating the Habs at home.

Sam Carrick News / Field Level Media / May 4
Sabres F Sam Carrick (arm) could practice on Tuesday

Sabres F Sam Carrick (arm) could practice on Tuesday

Buffalo Sabres forward Sam Carrick is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a left arm injury and could return to practice on Tuesday. Carrick, 34, initially was expected to miss the Eastern Conference second-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4
Rasmus Dahlin, Gabriel Landeskog, Jonathan Toews Named Masterton Trophy Finalists

Rasmus Dahlin, Gabriel Landeskog, Jonathan Toews Named Masterton Trophy Finalists

The NHL has announced its three finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy: Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, and Winnipeg Jets forward Jonathan Toews.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Sabres’ Noah Ostlund, Sam Carrick Expected To Miss Second Round

Sabres’ Noah Ostlund, Sam Carrick Expected To Miss Second Round

The Buffalo Sabres expect to be without centers Noah Ostlund and Sam Carrick for their upcoming second-round series, head coach Lindy Ruff announced today.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Sabres continue historic season with first series win in 19 years

Sabres continue historic season with first playoff series win in 19 years

Ending a long drought just to get into the playoffs, the Buffalo Sabres take their historic season one step further on Friday night. 

Sabres might be Buffalo's best chance to snap championship drought
Andrei Vasilevskiy sends Lightning to Game 7 with dominant performance
Mitch Marner tallies three points as Knights KO Mammoth in Game 6
Connor McDavid has brutal yet accurate take on Oilers after elimination
Penguins' Evgeni Malkin confirms two big things amid uncertain future
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Alex Lyon News / Stadium Rant / May 1
Buffalo Sabres Alex Lyon Roars In The Playoffs

Buffalo Sabres Alex Lyon Roars In The Playoffs

Buffalo Sabres goalie Alex Lyon wasn’t always the prominent goalie in the playoffs. Goalie Alex Lyon’s journey of resilience and perseverance had a starting point and only continued over time.

David Pastrnak News / Yardbarker / April 28
David Pastrnak saves Bruins from elimination with OT winner

David Pastrnak saves Bruins from elimination with overtime winner in Game 5 against Sabres

Right winger David Pastrnak ruined the party for Buffalo when he scored on a partial breakaway at the 9:14 mark of overtime to lift the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory.

Leon Draisaitl, Oilers send series back to Anaheim for Game 6
Stars miss Roope Hintz as they're on the brink of elimination against Wild
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