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Sabres Shopping Devon Levi

With the Sabres carrying three goalies all season long, there hasn’t been a place for youngster Devon Levi. Once viewed as their netminder of the future, now, it appears that he’s a trade chip. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports (Twitter link) that the Sabres are now shopping the 24-year-old.

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Sabres trade tracker: Buffalo acquires two defensemen, forward

BUFFALO – As the 3 p.m. trade deadline approaches, here’s what the Sabres have done: So far, they’ve made two deals, acquiring defensemen Luke Schenn,

Sam Carrick News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Buffalo Sabres Acquire Depth Forward from New York Rangers

The Buffalo Sabres are continuing to stockpile pieces for a Stanley Cup Playoff push. News emerged on Thursday night that the Sabres have acquired veteran forward Sam Carrick from the New York Rangers.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Sabres surpass 2024-25 point total with room to spare during playoff chase

The Buffalo Sabres continued their late-season charge, defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 at PPG Paints Arena on Thursday. Buffalo improved to 80 points with the win, already exceeding last season’s 79 points accumulated across 82 games.

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Sam Carrick News / Inside The Rink / March 6

Buffalo Sabres Acquire Sam Carrick

The Buffalo Sabres have started to make trades as they are now tied with the Lightning for first place in the Atlantic Division. They first acquired two pieces from the Winnipeg Jets to address their blue line after Colton Parayko wouldn’t waive his no-movement clause.

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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

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Sabres Make a Significant Move to Bolster Their Blue Line

The Buffalo Sabres made a significant move to improve their blue line ahead of Friday’s final day in the 2026 NHL trade deadline. The Sabres were active in trade discussions, many of which fell apart (Robert Thomas and Colton Parayko).

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Sabres continue hot streak, take down slipping Penguins

Josh Norris and Owen Power each had a goal and an assist for the Buffalo Sabres, who won their fifth straight game, 5-1, against the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6

Selfish play from Evgeni Malkin could have big impact on Penguins

Malkin's reckless play impacted Thursday's game and could put his team in a tough spot over the next few games.

Penguins share big Sidney Crosby update amid injury recovery

Sabres’ Colton Parayko trade falls through

NHL teams seem to be using the public to pressure players into waiving no-trade clauses

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Josh Norris News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 5

Josh Norris healthy and thriving one year after trade

PITTSBURGH – One year and just 27 games later, Buffalo Sabres center Josh Norris is happy, healthy and geared up to potentially experience the postseason for the first time in his six-year NHL career.

Buffalo Sabres News / LWOSports.com / March 5

Buffalo Sabres' Success Biggest Storyline of NHL Season

Without question, the biggest storyline heading into the NHL season’s stretch drive are the Buffalo Sabres bid to prove the critics wrong by ending their ugly 14 year-playoff drought.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

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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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 4

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.

Colton Parayko 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 / 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.

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 / 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.

Rasmus Ristolainen 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.

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.

Kevyn Adams 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

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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.