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Alex Lyon sets club mark as hot Sabres beat Kings

Alex Tuch recorded his fourth career hat trick to lead the host Buffalo Sabres to a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night. Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson also scored for the Sabres, who won their fifth straight and are 20-3-1 since Dec, 9.

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Buffalo Sabres Goalie Out At Least One Week

The Buffalo Sabres will be without one of their goaltenders for at least a week. News emerged on Thursday that goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be out for at least a week with a lower-body injury.

Jordan Greenway News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 29

Sabres’ Jordan Greenway searching for answers to injury: ‘Decrease the pain’

BUFFALO – As he sat at his locker and fielded questions about the hernia problem that has dogged him more than a year, Sabres winger Jordan Greenway let out an “oof” in response to a query about the last time he felt normal on the ice.

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Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Sabres’ Luukkonen to miss next week with lower-body injury

Buffalo Sabres fans got some clarity on Thursday morning about how long they can expect goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to be sidelined with the injury he sustained on Tuesday night during a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Sabres have earned the right to be Trade Deadline buyers

“I’m a dog chasing cars…I wouldn’t know what to do with one if I caught it!” Remember that line? It’s one of the late Heath Ledger’s less-quoted quips in his legendary, Oscar-winning turn as the Joker in The Dark Knight.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 29

NHL Predictions: Jan 27 Buffalo Sabres vs Los Angeles Kings

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Alex Lyon News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 28

After tying 49-year-old record, Sabres goalie Alex Lyon enjoys special chat with Gerry Desjardins

BUFFALO – Early Sunday, less than a day after Sabres goalie Alex Lyon tied the franchise’s all-time record for most consecutive wins, his phone rang. On the other end, Gerry Desjardins, who had owned the mark for 49 years, wanted to chat.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 28

Kings, Sabres each carrying strong momentum into clash

The Buffalo Sabres and visiting Los Angeles Kings each bring winning streaks into their Thursday night contest. The Sabres have won four straight, with the most recent a 7-4 road win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night in which captain Rasmus Dahlin recorded his first career hat trick and added two assists for a five-point performance.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

3 Takeaways from the Sabres 7-4 Win Over the Maple Leafs

The Buffalo Sabres continue to roll, having won their previous three games. Though they have big decisions to make, particularly with how aggressive to be at the trade deadline, it has been more fun to be a Sabres fan of late than it has in the past 15 years.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 28

NHL roundup: Rasmus Dahlin's 5 points carry Sabres past Leafs

Rasmus Dahlin had three goals and two assists Tuesday night to power the visiting Buffalo Sabres past the Toronto Maple Leafs 7-4. Dahlin, in his eighth NHL season, all with Buffalo, completed his first career hat trick with an empty-net goal at 19:16 of the third period.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Field Level Media / January 27

Rasmus Dahlin's 5-point night propels Sabres past Maple Leafs

Rasmus Dahlin had three goals and two assists Tuesday night to help the visiting Buffalo Sabres defeat the Toronto Maple Leafs 7-4. Dahlin completed his first career hat trick with an empty-net goal at 19:16 of the third period.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Daily Faceoff / January 27

Sabres’ Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen leaves game against Leafs with lower-body injury

An untimely issue for one of the hottest teams in the league. During a game between the Buffalo Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night, Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen exited the game prematurely due to a lower-body injury.

Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / January 27

Sabres On The Verge Of Big Decision With Alex Tuch

The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the NHL’s biggest surprises this season. It has been a long time since they have played this well, but it looks like they are finally going to clinch a playoff berth this season.

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NHL Predictions: Jan 27 Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Sabres Can Make Big Trade Deadline Splash by Landing 1 of 3 Big Names

It has been great to be a fan of the Buffalo Sabres of late. The winning streak is certainly at the heart of it but signing invaluable winger Josh Doan to an extension only added to the positive vibes.

Devon Levi News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Sabres’ Devon Levi makes local news debut as 'Rochester resident'

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi, currently on assignment with the American Hockey League (AHL) team, the Rochester Americans, became a local news feature during Sunday’s snowstorm.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 23

Sabres Place Jacob Bryson On IR, Recall Zachary Jones

The Sabres placed defenseman Jacob Bryson on injured reserve Friday and recalled Zachary Jones from AHL Rochester to replace him on the active roster, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 23

Habs Fall Behind Early And Comeback Falls Short Against Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens lose 4-2 in a very important game against the Buffalo Sabres. After being down 3-0 early in the 2nd period, the Habs attempted a

Josh Gorges News / Professor Press Box / January 23

From Undrafted to 783 NHL Games: The Rise of Josh Gorges and His Journey to the BC Hockey Hall of Fame

In the high-stakes world of the NHL, being "undrafted" is often perceived to be a polite way of being told you aren’t quite enough. For Josh Gorges, that label wasn't a roadblock; it was a catalyst.

Josh Doan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 22

Josh Doan, Sabres contract grades for $48.65 million extension

The Buffalo Sabres are firmly in the playoff race, looking to erase a 14-season postseason drought. An offseason trade made by the now-fired Kevyn Adams has paid off in spades this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 22

Youth Impact Growing for Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have made a magical mid-season run, launching the organization into the packed Eastern Conference playoff race. The team was sitting in the last place spot in the Eastern Conference not long ago, and now they hold the first Wild Card spot as the halfway point of the regular season passes.

Buffalo Sabres News / Total Apex Sports / January 22

Buffalo Sabres Lock Up Josh Doan With Massive 7-Year Extension

The Buffalo Sabres are making a serious commitment to their future, and the name on the contract carries some serious NHL heritage. The organization announced Tuesday that they have signed Forward Josh Doan to a 7-year contract extension worth $48.65 million.

Josh Doan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 21

Sabres sign forward Josh Doan to seven-year extension

Doan’s next extension will keep the forward in upstate New York through the 2032-33 NHL season, when he’ll be 31 years old.

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Konsta Helenius News / EasySportz / January 21

Konsta Helenius Makes Instant History in Breakout First Period

Sabres rookie delivers first NHL goal and three points in his second career game Konsta Helenius wastes no time announcing himself to the NHL. In just

Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / January 18