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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 18
After pulling Alex Lyon, Lindy Ruff gave Sabres goalie words of encouragement 
BUFFALO – Following perhaps the worst start of Alex Lyon’s life – a one-save outing in which he allowed three goals – Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said he gave the goalie a pat of the back and some words of encouragement.
Lindy Ruff News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 18
Sabres change up home routine before Game 7 versus Canadiens, stay in hotel
BUFFALO – Coach Lindy Ruff said he’s all for trying different things, so what the heck, he figured, why not put the Sabres in a hotel prior to Game 7 against the Montreal Canadiens?
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 18
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Game 7 Is Upon Us
Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of May 18 – May 24, 2026. The Sabres are in a back‑and‑forth series in Round 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against division rival Montreal Canadiens.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Alex Tuch News / The Hockey Writers / May 18
Sabres Should Consider Benching Alex Tuch for Game 7
The Buffalo Sabres forced Game 7 in their action-packed series with the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. The vibes were immaculate after posting eight goals in front of the opposing crowd and getting the Montreal Canadiens to try to take cheap shots to get something going.
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.
Tage Thompson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18
Sabres star Tage Thompson drops truth bomb ahead of 1st career Game 7 vs. Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres are one win away from reaching the Eastern Conference Final, and forward Tage Thompson made it clear that the team is embracing the moment ahead of Monday night’s Game 7 against the Montreal Canadiens at KeyBank Center.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 18
Sabres bringing back beer sabres for Game 7, but there’s a catch
The Buffalo Sabres are bringing back the popular Beer Sabre for Game 7 against the Montreal Canadiens on Monday night at KeyBank Center, but availability will be limited.
NHL News / Total Apex Sports / May 18
Game 7 Preview: Buffalo Sabres-Montreal Canadiens Locked In a Tight Battle
The Round 2 series of the Eastern Conference in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs will go to Game 7 after the Buffalo Sabres overcame a deficit in the first period of Game 6 to score 7 unanswered goals and win 8-3 over the Montréal Canadiens.
Rasmus Dahlin News / Total Apex Sports / May 17
Dahlin Delivers a Historic Five‑Point Night When Buffalo Needed It Most
Rasmus Dahlin walked into Montreal with the Sabres’ season hanging by a thread and skated out having authored one of the most dominant playoff performances by a defenseman in NHL history.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 17
Legendary coach blames bizarre NHL playoff trend for Sabres-Canadiens roller coaster
The Buffalo Sabres looked like a dead team walking when the Montreal Canadiens hit the ice at the Bell Centre on Saturday night for Game 6. The stadium was reaching peak electricity for the team’s walkout to Fix You by Coldplay, but captain Rasmus Dahlin quieted the Montreal crowd early with a go-ahead goal.
Alex Tuch News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 17
Alex Tuch sends message that Sabres fans will love before Game 7 vs. Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres are playing a pivotal Game 7 on Monday, in their Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Montreal Canadiens. It has been an emotional series for Buffalo, who staved off elimination by whipping the Canadiens on Saturday night.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 17
Lindy Ruff reveals simple message to Sabres: ‘JFG’
The Buffalo Sabres got the job done on Saturday night, forcing a Game 7 in their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Montreal Canadiens. Buffalo unleashed the offense, posting eight goals in a 8-3 victory.
Tage Thompson News / Trade Talk Sports / May 17
Tage Thompson Downplays Experience Factor Heading Into Game 7
With their season on the line, Tage Thompson and the Buffalo Sabres delivered perhaps their best effort of the year at the Bell Centre in Game 6 against Montreal.
NHL News / Field Level Media / May 16
Sabres scores 7 straight goals, force Game 7 vs. Canadiens
Rasmus Dahlin scored once in a five-point game and Tage Thompson posted one goal and three assists to pace the visiting Buffalo Sabres to a 8-3 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday and force a seventh game in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 28: Sabres run away from Habs, force Game 7
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are back, which means that for the next two months, we’ll get non-stop action as we witness 16 teams get whittled down to the one that will be crowned as the 2026 Stanley Cup champions.
Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Sabres start Alex Lyon in goal for Game 6 against Canadiens
For the third time during this Stanley Cup Playoff run, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff is making a change in goal. Alex Lyon will get the start for the Sabres in a Game 6 on Saturday night in which Buffalo is facing elimination at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens.
Alex Tuch News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
Does Sabres’ Forward Alex Tuch Still Deserve a Big Extension?
The Buffalo Sabres have had a season-long issue on their hands, and it has only become more and more complicated as time has gone on. The burning questions of whether they should re-sign Alex Tuch and how much his annual value is worth.
Owen Power News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Sabres’ Owen Power available for Game 6 against Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres got good injury news ahead of a Game 6 in which they face elimination against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. Head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters, including Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic, earlier Saturday that defenseman Owen Power will be available for the must-win contest at the Bell Centre.
NHL News / Total Apex Sports / May 15
Montreal Canadiens Lead Buffalo Sabres 3-2 In Playoff Series
The Montréal Canadiens are leading the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 going into Game 6 on May 16, allowing them to clinch a series win. However, despite winning 2 games in a row, that won’t be a simple task against the Sabres.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 15
Winners, losers from Thursday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Mitch Marner on Conn Smythe run
The Golden Knights are halfway to a Stanley Cup, and Mitch Marner is one of the biggest driving forces behind that success.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Lindy Ruff’s Goalie Gamble Changes the Series for Buffalo
The Buffalo Sabres entered Game 4 of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens in desperate need of a win. After taking Game 1, Buffalo’s approach quickly unraveled, as the Canadiens adjusted and found a formula to score in bunches and take the lead in the series.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 12
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen takes over in net as Sabres even series with Game 4 comeback
Coming off back-to-back losses, each by four goals, the Buffalo Sabres knew their backs were against the proverbial wall on Tuesday night. Faced with
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 13
Winners, losers from Tuesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Sabres' Zach Benson scores game-winner on his birthday
The second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Tuesday night, with the Buffalo Sabres facing the Montreal Canadiens on the road and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Anaheim Ducks.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 12
Zach Benson's 3rd-period goal helps Sabres level series vs. Canadiens
Zach Benson scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period of a 3-2 win for the visiting Buffalo Sabres against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference second-round series on Tuesday.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 13
Bruins' Charlie McAvoy suspended six games to start 2026-27 season
Top Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy will have to wait longer than most to play again.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 11
Sabres out to overcome 'self-inflicted' issues, pull even vs. Habs
The Buffalo Sabres know they have not been at the level that helped them get to the top of the Atlantic Division in the regular season. After winning Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Montreal Canadiens, the Sabres fell 5-1 in Game 2 before a 6-2 setback in Game 3 on Sunday.
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