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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 21
End-of-season injury updates on Owen Power, Tage Thompson, Sam Carrick, Justin Danforth and other Sabres 
BUFFALO – When Owen Power crashed feet first into the boards last Thursday, it appeared the Sabres might lose the stud defenseman for the rest of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens.
Kevyn Adams News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
Former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has no hard feelings following electric playoff run
Kevyn Adams was fired as general manager of the Buffalo Sabres last December, but he’s still thrilled to see the franchise having success without him. The Sabres enjoyed their best campaign in almost two decades in 2025-26, winning the Atlantic Division before suffering a heartbreaking Game 7 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Round 2.
The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?
Lindy Ruff News / EasySportz / May 21
Sabres Lock In Ruff After Playoff Return
The Sabres didn’t just bring back Lindy Ruff — they sent a message. After 14 years without a playoff appearance, the franchise is back in the hunt. And Ruff?
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.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21
The injury Sabres’ Tage Thompson was playing through in Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Buffalo Sabres were eliminated in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Montreal Canadiens. It was Buffalo’s first time in the postseason since 2011, and they beat the Boston Bruins in the first round.
Owen Power News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20
Sabres GM reveals painful injury Owen Power played through in Canadiens series
The season for the Buffalo Sabres, which experienced one of the more remarkable turnarounds in recent NHL memory starting in mid-December, came to a painful close on Sunday evening on home ice at KeyBank Center.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL Trade Talk / May 20
Sabres Say Lindy Ruff Extension a 'No Brainer', But Coach Had to Make a Stop First
The Buffalo Sabres have signed Lindy Ruff to a two-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season. It was a move GM Jarmo Kekalainen called a “no-brainer.” Kekalianen said they first had conversations about an extension in Los Angeles.
Lindy Ruff News / Field Level Media / May 20
Sabres' Lindy Ruff receives 2-year contract extension
The Buffalo Sabres rewarded Lindy Ruff for ending the team's lengthy postseason drought on Wednesday by signing him to a two-year contract extension. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team for Ruff, who will remain with the Sabres through the 2027-28 season.
Lindy Ruff News / Daily Faceoff / May 20
Sabres sign Lindy Ruff to two-year extension
A veteran coach is sticking around Western New York for a little bit longer. On Wednesday, the Buffalo Sabers announced that the team has signed head coach Lindy Ruff to a two-year contract extension, with the plan being for the legendary bench boss to be behind the bench through the 2027-28 season.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20
Buffalo Sabres reward HC Lindy Ruff with contract extension
Ruff’s contract was set to expire this summer, so in signing him, the team has ensured he will return as their head coach for next season and beyond.
Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / May 20
‘I don’t know the future’: Sabres’ Alex Tuch addresses pending contract negotiations
A pending unrestricted free agent is discussing his potential future in Western New York. When speaking to the media at the team’s end-of-season availability, Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch was asked about whether he would be back next season.
Jiri Kulich News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20
Sabres’ forward Jiri Kulich speaks publicly on blood clotting issue for 1st time since November
The Buffalo Sabres have plenty of reasons to be positive after their second-round loss at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens. They have one of the youngest teams in the league, along with Montreal, and came within a bounce of advancing to the Eastern Conference Final.
Devon Levi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 19
Sabres Likely To Explore Moving Devon Levi
For the last little while, there has been growing speculation that the Buffalo Sabres will move on from netminder Devon Levi relatively soon. Those rumors aren’t going away anytime soon.
Jiri Kulich News / Daily Faceoff / May 19
Sabres’ Jiri Kulich says he had procedure to remove blood clot
Buffalo Sabres forward Jiri Kulich confirmed Tuesday that he underwent a procedure to remove a blood clot that sidelined him for all but 12 games in the 2025-26 season.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19
Insider Reports Sabres and Former Top Prospect Parting Ways
The Buffalo Sabres’ goaltending fell apart when they needed it most in the second round against the Montreal Canadiens. Lindy Ruff’s team was getting strong play from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon, and Colten Ellis all season, but it all fell apart for Luukkonen and Lyon against the Habs.
Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19
Following Sabres Elimination in Playoffs, What Now for Alex Tuch?
The sting of a Game 7 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens may linger in Buffalo—but it won’t take long for people to start asking questions about what comes next for some of the bigger names on the Sabers roster, especially Alex Tuch.
Rasmus Dahlin News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21
Rasmus Dahlin had a vulgar reaction to Sabres’ Game 7 downfall
The Buffalo Sabres’ run in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs is over, and it ended in such a painful fashion. Sabres star defenseman Rasmus Dahlin’s vulgar reaction to his team’s series loss against the Montreal Canadiens summed it all up.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 18
Sabres add to Buffalo's painful playoff misery with overtime Game 7 loss to Canadiens
No one does misery like Buffalo.
Buffalo Sabres News / Total Pro Sports / May 18
Female Habs Fan Caught Taking Major Risk Behind Buffalo Sabres’ Bench With Security Guard Right Beside Her
The Buffalo Sabres tied the second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens with a statement win on Saturday. The Sabres forced a Game 7 with an 8-3 game as visitors, sending the series to the ultimate game.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / May 18
Rasmus Dahlin: Why He Is A Finalist For Both The Norris And Masterton Trophy?
From rising star to the Buffalo Sabres captain, Rasmus Dahlin’s NHL career has been an uphill battle. Due to the Sabres breaking their playoff drought,
Buffalo Sabres News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18
Buffalo Sabres have unusual way of dealing with their home struggles
Home ice has not been much of an advantage for the Buffalo Sabres during the NHL Playoffs this season. Now that they are facing a crucial Game 7 at home, they are responding by trying to make it feel like a road game.
The 'D-Man 4-assist playoff games' quiz
How many of the defenseman with at least on five-point game in the Stanley Cup Playoffs can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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