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NHL Predictions: March 5th, Buffalo Sabres at Pittsburgh Penguins

The Buffalo Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins face-off before the trade deadline. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here with Last Word On Hockey. Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for games around the NHL.

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Surging Sabres have a chance to move atop division vs. Penguins

Throw any type of game at the Buffalo Sabres and they won't be fazed. Whether high-scoring or tight, leading or behind, they're comfortable in their game, which has helped them become one of the best teams in the NHL over the past three months.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Buffalo Sabres Very Close to Acquiring Big Name Defenceman from St. Louis Blues

The Buffalo Sabres and the St. Louis Blues have reportedly agreed to a trade. The trade sends a depth defender to Buffalo in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick and 2025 ninth-overall pick, Radim Mrtka.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Sabres Closing in on Colton Parayko Trade But One Major Hurdle Remains

The Buffalo Sabres have made a big move to bolster their defensive group, acquiring veteran defenseman Colton Parayko from the St. Louis Blues in a massive trade.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / Breakaway on SI / March 4

Sabres Close to Acquiring Star Defenseman From Blues

The Buffalo Sabres seem destined to make the playoffs for the first time in 14 years and are nearing a trade to boost their defensive core. Buffalo is acquiring St.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

How should the Sabres approach the trade deadline?

The Buffalo Sabres earned another win Tuesday night, this time in a 3-2 effort over the Vegas Golden Knights thanks to goals from Tage Thompson, Owen Power and Jason Zucker.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 4

Sabres’ Tage Thompson enjoyed time alongside Jack Eichel at Olympics: ‘Going full circle’

BUFFALO – During their brief time together here, Sabres center Tage Thompson said he looked up to Jack Eichel. Thompson, 28, is just a year younger than Eichel, who’s now starring for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Tage Thompson News / Field Level Media / March 3

Tage Thompson's 33rd goal of the season pushes Sabres past Golden Knights

Tage Thompson scored his 33rd goal of the season and Alex Lyon made 27 saves as the Buffalo Sabres jumped out to a 3-0 lead and then held on for their fourth straight victory, 3-2, over the visiting Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

NHL Rumours: Buffalo Sabres Targeting Multiple Blues

Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours, here at Last Word On Hockey. In this edition, we talk about the Buffalo Sabres looking to upgrade both the forward group and the blueline.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

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The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 3

Sabres Emerge as Dark Horse Buyers in Robert Thomas Talks

The Buffalo Sabres are making waves as the trade deadline approaches, with talks between them and the St. Louis Blues involving center Robert Thomas reportedly heating up.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 3

Noah Ostlund’s response after slash on Rasmus Dahlin displays Sabres’ growth: ‘We’re a pack’

BUFFALO – When Sabres rookie Noah Ostlund saw his captain, Rasmus Dahlin, down on the ice and the referee’s arm up, instinct took over. “I thought it was something ugly,” Ostlund said of Brayden Point’s slash on Dahlin early in the second period of Saturday’s 6-2 road win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 3

Sabres Interested In Rasmus Ristolainen

The Sabres have been connected to the defense market this spring, preferably a right-shot name, as they already have an excess of high-end left-shot options.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 2

After stunning turnaround, Sabres join NHL’s elite: ‘Do something real special’

BUFFALO – Over the past three months, as the Sabres have morphed into a heavyweight that appears capable of wreaking havoc in the postseason, coach Lindy Ruff has contemplated his team’s unique transformation.

Alex Tuch News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

The Sabres simply can’t trade Alex Tuch right now

The vibes are high for the Buffalo Sabres right now. Who’d have thought we’d be saying that at the start of the 2025-26 NHL season? After picking up wins

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / March 2

Insider Believes Buffalo Seeking A Reunion With Top D-Man

The Buffalo Sabres are looking to ensure that its 14-year-long streak of missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs ends this season. The Sabres currently sit second in the Atlantic Division; they hold a seven-point lead on the Washington Capitals, who are the closest team not currently in a playoff position.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 2

3 Sabres Who May Have Played Themselves Out of Town

If there were any doubts about how real this Buffalo Sabres team was, they were erased in a dominant win on the road against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Sabres are expected to be players at the NHL trade deadline as buyers for the first time nearly 15 years, not simply satisfied with making the playoffs.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 2

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Trade Deadline Approaching & More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of March 2-9, 2026. The Sabres sit at 35-19-6 (76 points), putting them in sole possession of second place in the Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 2

Sabres' Case as Stanley Cup Contender Increasing Every Game

The Buffalo Sabres are the best team in the Eastern Conference right now. What started as a hot streak in December has transformed into an absolute wagon of a team.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 1

1 player Sabres must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The NHL trade deadline is less than a week away, and the Buffalo Sabres are going to be in a new position. After 14 consecutive years without playoff hockey in Western New York, they are holding down the third spot in the Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 1

Sabres rumors: Buffalo set up to be ‘genuine buyers’ at trade deadline

The Buffalo Sabres smoked the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2 on Saturday night, further clamping down on their playoff spot. They have missed the playoffs in 14 consecutive seasons, an active streak only matched by the New York Jets.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 28

Sabres pile up goals early, cruise past Lightning

Josh Norris scored twice as Buffalo found the net four times in the first period, and the Sabres easily won their third straight outing since the Winter Olympics break in a 6-2 rout of the host Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 28

Sabres deliver big statement with impressive win over Lightning

Buffalo Sabres fans might finally have a hockey team they can be proud of again.

Senators extend Maple Leafs' skid with resounding win

Maple Leafs' Scott Laughton wants to stay despite trade speculation

Craig Berube's latest roster move is big news for Maple Leafs

Could Team USA snub be impacting Adam Fox's commitment to Rangers?

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Zach Benson News / Daily Faceoff / February 28

Sabres’ Zach Benson activated from IR, expected to return against Lightning

The Buffalo Sabres are getting one their most promising young forwards back into the lineup. Winger Zach Benson has been activated off of injured reserve and is expected to play against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 28

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 3-2 Win Over the Panthers

The Buffalo Sabres continue to roll, coming out of the Olympic break with a 2-1 win over the New Jersey Devils. The Sabres find themselves in a dog fight to hold onto an Atlantic Division playoff spot, a tough ask given how many good teams the division has.

Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

'Going For It': Sabres Have Made Their Decision on Alex Tuch

The Buffalo Sabres are sticking with Alex Tuch and will not be moving the forward ahead of the trade deadline on March 6. At least that’s the thought days out.