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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / February 23
Luukkonen, Norris available for Sabres’ road trip
The Buffalo Sabres are set to get some reinforcements coming out of the Olympic break, as center Josh Norris and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be available for the Sabres during their road trip, according to head coach Lindy Ruff.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 23
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injury Updates, Practice Resumes & More
The 2026 Winter Olympics have concluded, with the USA defeating Canada in an overtime thriller 2-1, with Jack Hughes scoring the golden goal for the USA’s first gold medal in men’s hockey in the Olympics since 1980.
NHL News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / February 23
Geno Auriemma shouts out UConn alum Tage Thompson for gold medal
When it comes to basketball, UConn might be at the top for how successful they’ve been throughout the years, especially on the women’s basketball side.
The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz
How many of the American-born NHL players with the most goals in a single season can you name in five minutes?
Zach Benson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 22
Sabres’ Zach Benson Not Expected To Return This Week
The NHL’s three-week break wasn’t long enough for a top Buffalo Sabres forward to kick the injury bug. Winger Zach Benson is not expected to play in the team’s return from the Olympic break due to an undisclosed issue separate from his recent upper-body injury, head coach Lindy Ruff told NHL.com’s Heather Engel.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / February 22
Sabres’ Zach Benson still injured, could miss another game; Rasmus Dahlin set to return from Olympics 
BUFFALO – Sabres winger Zach Benson will likely miss Wednesday’s road game against the New Jersey Devils with an undisclosed injury, coach Lindy Ruff said.
Zach Metsa News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 22
Buffalo Sabres Recall Zach Metsa
The Buffalo Sabres announced this morning that they have recalled defenseman Zach Metsa from their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans. Metsa was originally reassigned at the start of the Olympic break.
Tage Thompson News / Breakaway on SI / February 22
Team USA Gets Last-Minute Boost Before Gold Medal Game
Team USA's Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres left their semifinal matchup against Team Slovakia early after blocking a shot and it was said by NHL insider Elliotte Friedman that his absence was precautionary.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 21
Sabres rumors: Alex Tuch, Buffalo not on same page in contract negotiations
The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the big surprises of the 2025-26 NHL season, putting together a terrific 32-19-6 record before the league paused for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
Tage Thompson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 20
Team USA’s Tage Thompson Leaves Game For Precautionary Reasons
Team USA winger Tage Thompson was held out of the third period against Team Slovakia for precautionary reasons. He was seen removing his skate and walking up-and-down the tunnel between the second and third periods, though the nature of his injury wasn’t specified.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / February 20
USA’s Tage Thompson leaves Olympic semifinal for precautionary reasons
Team USA forward Tage Thompson left Friday’s semifinal game against Team Slovakia at the 2026 Winter Olympics after the second period for precautionary reasons, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 19
Sabres’ Tage Thompson Needs More Playing Time at the 2026 Olympics
The United States men’s Olympic hockey team has been playing very well, and after having gotten a bye into the quarterfinals and then knocking out Sweden to make it to the semifinals, Buffalo Sabres fans watching will have noticed something.
Logan Stanley News / The Hockey Writers / February 16
Sabres Trade Target: Logan Stanley
The NHL roster freeze for the Olympic break will be lifted on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 11:59 pm ET, with the NHL Trade Deadline just 12 days away (Friday, Mar.
Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / February 16
Sabres Star Looks to Continue Dominance for Sweden Against Latvia
Latvia and Sweden will close out the elimination-stage contests as the men's hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics reduces to just eight nations.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 18
NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers are likely sellers, but how big will they want to go?
Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic: The Buffalo Sabres are going to need to acquire another defenseman before the trade deadline, one that can provide reliable minutes on the third pairing.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 14
Sabres’ Dahlin Shining Early for Team Sweden
Buffalo Sabres fans only have a few hometown options to cheer for in the Olympics. Tage Thompson is representing Team USA, scoring in his Olympic debut.
Buffalo Sabres News / Inside The Rink / February 12
Olympics: Rasmus Dahlin Powers Sweden Past Italy 5-2
The second game of men’s hockey at the Olympics kicked off this afternoon, where Italy would take on Sweden. Just about everyone had the Swedes winning due to their stacked roster, but the Italians kept things closer than they might have been prior.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 11
Sabres Can Shore Up Major Weakness with These Trade Targets
Heading into the Olympic break, the Buffalo Sabres are not only in the thick of the playoff race but stand a chance of claiming the second spot in the Atlantic Division.
Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10
Sabres Take a Major Gamble With Pending UFA Alex Tuch
The Buffalo Sabres are about to take a serious risk with pending UFA forward Alex Tuch. The star winger who is due for a hefty raise is holding firm on his ask, and the Sabres aren’t ready to meet it.
Isak Rosen News / Inside The Rink / February 7
AHL Game Recap: Rosen, Americans Hand Springfield Third Straight Loss; Thunderbirds Shutout in Two of Last Three Games
The Springfield Thunderbirds continue their road trip tonight with the third of a six-game trip as they face the Rochester Americans. The Thunderbirds are coming off a 4-3 loss to the Crunch on Wednesday night.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / February 6
Blast From The Past: Buffalo Sabres 2005-06 Performance Returns
Young fans of the Buffalo Sabres didn’t have the opportunity to appreciate the team in its prime. However, through the grapevine, there has been discussion about events relating to the team that are similar to events relating to the team now.
Rasmus Dahlin News / Daily Faceoff / February 1
‘This is going to be magical’: Sabres’ Dahlin ready for big role with Swedish Olympic team
This story appeared on hockeysverige.se this week and has been translated from Swedish to English. By Konrad Grönlund: Rasmus Dahlin is set to enter the Olympics as one of Sweden’s best defensemen — and arguably one of Tre Kronor’s most important players overall.
Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / January 30
Alex Tuch amid Sabres' winning streak: 'We're gonna go for the Cup'
It’s hard not to be confident if you’re the Buffalo Sabres right now.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 29
Alex Lyon sets club mark as hot Sabres beat Kings
Multiple Sabres players dazzled in the team's Thursday night win.
Josh Doan News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21
Sabres Sign Josh Doan to Massive New Contract Extension
The Buffalo Sabres have locked up one of their biggest surprises of the season, agreeing to a seven-year, $48.65 million contract extension with forward Josh Doan, carrying a $6.95 million cap hit.
Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / January 18
Can the Sabres finally end their playoff drought?
Can the Sabres finally head back to the playoffs?
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