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Sabres record 100 points in a season for first time since 2009-10

Sabres record 100 points in a season for first time since 2009-10

The Buffalo Sabres became the first team in the Eastern Conference and the third in the NHL to reach the 100-point mark in the 2025-26 season with a 4-3 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / ESPN / March 31

Sabres' Carrick injures arm in fight with Isles' Lee

Sabres center Sam Carrick injured his left arm while trading punches with Islanders captain Anders Lee during Tuesday's game.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 31
Sabres edge Islanders for franchise's 2,000th victory

Sabres edge Islanders for franchise's 2,000th victory

Peyton Krebs broke a tie late in the third period and the host Buffalo Sabres defeated the New York Islanders 4-3 on Tuesday night. Jack Quinn and Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist each and defenseman Bowen Byrum also scored for the Sabres (46-21-8, 100 points), who earned the 2,000th win in franchise history.

Lindy Ruff News / Two in the Box / March 31

Looking to Lindy Ruff’s History to Determine His Playoff Goaltending Rotation

Lindy Ruff has settled into a clear goalie rotation since the Sabres have returned from the Olympic break. Colten Ellis hasn’t started a game since February

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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 31
Sabres, Islanders pursue valuable points as postseason approaches

Sabres, Islanders pursue valuable points as postseason approaches

The Buffalo Sabres hope to ride the momentum of a late rally into their game Tuesday against the visiting New York Islanders. Buffalo (45-21-8, 98 points) appears to be a lock to qualify for the playoffs for the first time since the 2010-11 season.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

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

Zach Metsa News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30
Buffalo Sabres Recall Zach Metsa

Buffalo Sabres Recall Zach Metsa

As expected, the Buffalo Sabres have recalled defenseman Zach Metsa from the AHL’s Rochester Americans, according to a team announcement. Metsa was reassigned just a few days ago due to the activation of fellow defenseman Conor Timmins.

Jordan Greenway News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30
Sabres Expected To Activate Jordan Greenway

Sabres Expected To Activate Jordan Greenway

Sabres winger Jordan Greenway was a full participant in Monday’s practice and is a candidate to come off injured reserve before Tuesday’s game against the Islanders, per Heather Engel of NHL.com.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 30
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Magic Number Down to 7 & Much More

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Magic Number Down to 7 & Much More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of March 30 – April 5, 2026. As each day passes, the Sabres inch closer and closer to clinching a playoff berth for the first time in 15 seasons.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / March 28
Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen comes up big in shootout win over Kraken

Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen comes up big in shootout win over Kraken

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 32 saves in regulation and overtime, and stopped both attempts in the shootout, helping the Buffalo Sabres rally for a 3-2 victory against the visiting Seattle Kraken on Saturday evening.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 5-2 Loss to the Red Wings

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 5-2 Loss to the Red Wings

Things felt like they were perhaps turning the wrong corner as recently as a week ago. A 4-3 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins only added to those frustrations despite a valuable point in the standings.

Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 28
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin sounds off on ‘unacceptable’ Red Wings loss

The Buffalo Sabres are near the top of the NHL at this time and are likely to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, recent results have not gone their way.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 27
Key Sabres Players Need to Step Up

Key Sabres Players Need to Step Up

The Buffalo Sabres are feeling frustrated after a 4-3 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins, and rightfully so. There could be a positive spin on things – grabbing points in back-to-back losses to the Bruins and Ducks – but this team has been so much more that settling isn’t accepted.

Zach Metsa News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26
Sabres Reassign Zach Metsa

Sabres Reassign Zach Metsa

The Sabres announced Thursday that they’ve reassigned defenseman Zach Metsa to AHL Rochester. Metsa, 27, has been on the NHL roster since early December, outside of two inconsequential minor-league assignments over the Olympic break and at the trade deadline to make him AHL-eligible for the rest of the season.

Conor Timmins News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Sabres’ Conor Timmins set to return after missing four months with broken leg

Sabres’ Conor Timmins set to return after missing four months with broken leg

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Conor Timmins is ready and available to return to the lineup after missing more than four months while recovering from a broken leg.

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 24
Sabres Are Getting Full Value Out of Sam Carrick

Sabres Are Getting Full Value Out of Sam Carrick

It’s been a long time since the Buffalo Sabres were buyers at the trade deadline, and even longer since management traded for a player who could make an immediate impact.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Lead / March 23
The Buffalo Sabres Made the Right Moves at the Deadline

The Buffalo Sabres Made the Right Moves at the Deadline

The NHL Playoffs are less than a month away, and the Buffalo Sabres lead their division for the first time this late into the season since April 11th, 2010.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 23
Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 22

Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 22

Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 21
Sabres’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

Sabres’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

The Buffalo Sabres continue their roll in what has been a magical season to this point. The Sabres are in first place in the Atlantic Division, six points ahead of the second-place Tampa Bay Lightning.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 20
Sabres Match Elite Company With Historic 40-Game Performance

Sabres Match Elite Company With Historic 40-Game Performance

The Buffalo Sabres have authored one of the greatest extended stretches in NHL history over the past few weeks. They have posted a 32-6-2 record across their last 40 games, matching the fourth-most wins over any 40-game span since the league began tracking the statistic in modern form.

Ivan Chukarov News / Inside The Rink / March 20

ECHL: Savannah Acquires Defenseman Ivan Chukarov from Bloomington

The Savannah Ghost Pirates added experience to their blue line Thursday, acquiring defenseman Ivan Chukarov from the Bloomington Bison in exchange for future considerations.

Gavin McCarthy News / Daily Faceoff / March 17
Sabres sign Gavin McCarthy to three-year entry-level contract

Sabres sign Gavin McCarthy to three-year entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Gavin McCarthy to a three-year, entry-level contract. McCarthy’s contract comes in at a $1,007,500 cap hit, and will begin in the 2026-27 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 16
Scrappy Center Perfect Addition for Sabres

Scrappy Center Perfect Addition for Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres occupy the top spot in the Atlantic Division with 15 games left in their regular season schedule. Barring a historic collapse, the Sabres are poised to end their dreaded postseason drought.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / March 10
Buffalo Sabres: The New Juggernaut Of The NHL

Buffalo Sabres: The New Juggernaut Of The NHL

For the first time in a long time, the Buffalo Sabres were buyers at the trade deadline, bringing in Logan Stanley, Sam Carrick, Luke Schenn, and Tanner Pearson.

Kevyn Adams News / Yardbarker / March 8
Sabres take over first place with win vs. Lightning

Sabres take over first place with Game-of-the-Year win vs. Lightning

The Buffalo Sabres are back, and they proved it again on Sunday in an 8-7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning that put them into sole possession of first-place in the NHL's Atlantic Division.

Penguins complete historic comeback without Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin
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Avalanche edge Wild in shootout for fifth straight win
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog (lower body) week-to-week
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6
NHL's goalie interference problem is becoming an embarrassment

NHL's goalie interference problem is becoming leaguewide embarrassment

Replay review in sports is supposed to fix things. It is not supposed to make things more difficult or even embarrass the league. But the NHL's attempt to legislate goaltender interference is proving to be a major problem for the league, and everybody is getting tired of it. 

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Selfish play from Evgeni Malkin could have big impact on Penguins

Selfish play from Evgeni Malkin could have big impact on Penguins

Malkin's reckless play impacted Thursday's game and could put his team in a tough spot over the next few games. 

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