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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 5
Sabres’ Sam Carrick expected to play in second round versus Canadiens; Konsta Helenius joins practice 
BUFFALO – Expect to see center Sam Carrick, who has missed the last 13 games with a left arm injury, play during the Sabres’ second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 5
3 Critical Sabres Needed to Beat the Canadiens
The final buzzer sounded and a monkey had been swiftly removed from the backs of the Buffalo Sabres. With a 4-1 victory in Game 6, the Sabres punched their ticket to the second round for the first time since 2007.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 5
Rasmus Dahlin’s ‘amazing’ reaction to fan reception before Canadiens series
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Montreal Canadiens in the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. One of these teams will play to represent the Eastern Conference in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final.
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.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
The Blade Gang gets shoutout from Buffalo mayor ahead of Canadiens series
The Buffalo Sabres not only made the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2011, but they also won a postseason series for the first time since 2007 thanks to their six-game victory over the Boston Bruins last week.
Rasmus Dahlin News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 4
In Canadiens, ‘resilient’ Sabres face stiff challenge in second round of playoffs
BUFFALO – Having just played his first six postseason games, Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin developed a feel for the demands and rigors of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL News / Two in the Box / May 4
Double Minors: Montreal Looms After Buffalo Dispatches Boston
The first job is done. The Sabres continued their impressive play on the road, winning a third game at TD Garden and dispatching the Boston Bruins with a 4-1 win in game six of their first round series. It was the first series win for the Sabres since they beat the Rangers in 2007.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
3 Keys for the Sabres to Defeat the Canadiens in the 2nd Round
Since the Buffalo Sabres wrapped up their series with a 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins, they have been in a holding pattern. This entire season has felt improbably in one way or another, yet the Sabres had time to rest a bit before knowing who their next opponent would be.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 4
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
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.
Lindy Ruff News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Sabres’ Lindy Ruff Deserves to Win the Jack Adams Award
When the Buffalo Sabres hired Lindy Ruff as their head coach before the 2024–25 season, there was one goal in mind: simply make the playoffs. In his first season back behind the bench, the team fell short and missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the 14th straight year.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 3
Sabres’ Ostlund, Carrick to miss second round playoff series
The Buffalo Sabres will continue to be without two of their depth forwards, as the team announced on Sunday afternoon that both Noah Ostlund and Sam Carrick are expected to miss the entirety of their second round series.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3
Sabres to be without 2 key forwards for second-round series
The Buffalo Sabres hadn’t advanced out of the first round of the playoffs since 2007 before taking down the Boston Bruins in Game 6, but Lindy Ruff and company have their sights set on much more than just one series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
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.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 2
NHL announces schedule for Sabres’ second-round playoff series
No opponent, no problem. The NHL tonight released the schedule for the Buffalo Sabres’ second-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against either the Montreal Canadiens or Tampa Bay Lightning.
Zach Benson News / Daily Faceoff / May 2
‘He’s the little dog that everyone’s scared of’: Sabres teammates praise Zach Benson’s tenacious play
One of the more underappreciated players on the Buffalo Sabres roster is getting props from his teammates. In Game 6 of the Atlantic Division Semifinals, Sabres forward Zach Benson played a big role in the team’s 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins, clinching the team’s first series win in 19 years.
NHL News / Field Level Media / May 1
Sabres build early lead, eliminate Bruins in Game 6
The visiting Buffalo Sabres scored two first-period goals and never trailed en route to a 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins on Friday, clinching their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series in Game 6.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
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.
Alex Lyon News / Stadium Rant / May 1
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.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Spun / April 29
Sabres Fans Go Viral For Incredible National Anthem During Stanley Cup Playoffs
When the microphone failed during the national anthem in Game 5 between the Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres, the fans offered to help. Just before puck drop, singer-songwriter Cami Clune was singing the national anthem at the KeyBank Center.
David Pastrnak News / Yardbarker / April 28
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.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 27
Playoff Buffalo Sabres Have A Good Problem
The Buffalo Sabres, new to the playoff scene, have a problem on their hands. The Buffalo Sabres have built their arsenal of players over the course of their 14-season-long playoff drought.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 27
Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has every reason to be furious with teammates
The Boston Bruins were supposed to play one of their biggest games of the season on Sunday afternoon when they hosted the Buffalo Sabres for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 25
Buffalo Sabres In The Playoffs: Who’s In Net?
The Buffalo Sabres have a past with three goalies on their roster. What makes it different this time around is that they’re in the playoffs. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is one of the Sabres goalies and has become one of their rising stars.
The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
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