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Strain On Top-Four Could Push Sabres To Add Defense

A three-week break for the 2026 Winter Olympics will be exactly what the Buffalo Sabres need to try and spark a reset on the blue-line. The rest will be most helpful for defenseman Michael Kesselring, who has been playing through a high-ankle sprain for much of the year per Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic.

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Sabres’ Problem Was Never Talent: It Was Consistency

The Buffalo Sabres last made the playoffs in 2011, which was 14 seasons ago. The Sabres have gone through multiple rebuilds that haven’t worked out; they’ve burned through many coaches and general managers (GMs), and they have yet to build a contender… until now.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 6

Buffalo Sabres Reassign Three Players

The Buffalo Sabres have reassigned three players to their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans: forwards Konsta Helenius and Isak Rosen, as well as defenseman Zach Metsa.

Tage Thompson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / February 5

Sabres look sloppy in loss to Penguins; Buffalo makes roster moves

BUFFALO – In the Sabres’ final outing before the Milano Cortina Games, center Tage Thompson showcased why he earned a coveted spot on Team USA’s stacked Olympic squad.

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Michael Kesselring News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / February 5

Sabres scratched Michael Kesselring to ‘just take a breath’

BUFFALO – Instead of dressing defenseman Michael Kesselring for Tuesday’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, Sabres coach Lindy Ruff gave the newcomer a chance to reset.

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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

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 5

Finland Makes Late Goalie Switch, Joonas Korpisalo Replaces Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

Finland’s men will open Olympic play in Milan next week without Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. The Buffalo Sabres goaltender is out with a lower-body injury, and Boston Bruins netminder Joonas Korpisalo has been added as his replacement.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 4

Sabres meet Penguins in clash of surprising playoff hopefuls

The Buffalo Sabres will look to shake off a pair of recent divisional losses when they play host to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday. Pittsburgh, which made the playoffs for 16 consecutive seasons from 2006-07 to 2021-22, has been absent from postseason hockey ever since.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 4

What teams can learn from Sabres', Blue Jackets' recent success

As we get set to head into the Olympic break, many teams might take a look around the NHL to see what has been working for others, and gauge what they might have to do to find more success.

25 current NHL players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

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Mattias Samuelsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 4

Mattias Samuelsson helps Sabres defensemen make unique franchise history

The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the most surprising teams in the NHL this year. They are 6-2-2 in the last ten games, including a Sabres five-game winning streak.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 4

3 Takeaways from the Sabres 4-3 Loss to the Lightning

The Buffalo Sabres, fresh off a big two points against the Florida Panthers, looked to cap off the mini Florida road trip with a win against the hottest team in the NHL in the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Sabres’ Luukkonen Will Miss Olympics With Injury

During the Buffalo Sabres 7-4 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Jan. 27, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen exited the game early due to an injury. On Tuesday morning, it was announced that the goaltender, who was set to represent Finland at the 2026 Winter Olympics, will unfortunately be unable to participate.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Buffalo Sabres Goaltender to Miss 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

Tough news was announced on Tuesday morning for the Buffalo Sabres and their Team Finland Olympic team. Goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will not play in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics for Team Finland.

NHL News / EasySportz / February 2

An Atlantic Clash: Sabres vs. Panthers Preview for Feb. 2

SUNRISE, Fla. — The Buffalo Sabres travel south to take on the Florida Panthers on Monday in a pivotal Atlantic Division showdown with major playoff stakes on the line.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 1

Sabres carry rare superior record into rubber game with Panthers

The Buffalo Sabres, who are in the midst of a 14-year-playoff drought that is the longest in NHL history, are actually in prime postseason position. With 28 games left in the regular season, the Sabres' start the week as one of the Eastern Conference's two wild-card teams.

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Isak Rosen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 1

Buffalo Sabres Recall Isak Rosen, Reassign Zac Jones

The Buffalo Sabres announced today that forward Isak Rosén has been recalled from their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans. In a corresponding move, defenseman Zac Jones was reassigned.

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.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 31

The Habs Are In Buffalo Looking To Stop The Red-Hot Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens (30-17-7) are in Buffalo tonight to face the red-hot Sabres (31-17-5) for the 3rd time in the last 3 weeks. After losing the previous two meetings against the Sabres, the Habs will be hoping to turn the tables and get a big win in another 4-point game against their divisional rivals.

Buffalo Sabres News / Professor Press Box / January 30

The Royal Blue and Gold Standard: Buffalo’s Big Leap into the Conversation

There seems to be a different energy brewing in Buffalo, and the math is backing it up. To date, the Buffalo Sabres have put together an impressive season at 31-17-5 (67 points).

Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / January 30