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Buffalo Sabres' maligned power play finally grasps a lifeline

File this one under better late than never. Buffalo Sabres assistant Seth Appert said Monday the coaching staff received a comprehensive report from the franchise's analytics team over the summer detailing ideas on how the improve the club's long-suffering power play.

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Sabres preseason: Lindy Ruff will miss opener in Pittsburgh; Buffalo to field young lineup against Penguins

BUFFALO – Sabres coach Lindy Ruff will miss tonight’s preseason opener in Pittsburgh to attend a Celebration of Life ceremony for his former teammate, Brent Peterson, in Nashville.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Training Camp and Preseason Underway and More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of Sept. 21-27, 2026. The Sabres started training camp on Thursday as they get ready for the 2026-27 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 21

3 Buffalo Sabres prospects with something to prove during NHL preseason

The Buffalo Sabres entered training camp with minimal uncertainty about their Opening Night roster, even with Jason Zucker sidelined by a short-term injury.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Rasmus Dahlin News / Sabre Noise / September 21

Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin receives another accolade ahead of 2026-27 season

If the Buffalo Sabres are going to make a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they're going to need another standout year from captain Rasmus Dahlin.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Noah Ostlund News / The Hockey Writers / September 19

Sabres Extended Ostlund for Potential, Not His Limited NHL Experience

The Buffalo Sabres signed forward Noah Ostlund to an eight-year contract extension that carries an average annual value (AAV) of $6.6 million. Now, I’ve

Owen Power News / Sabre Noise / September 19

Early training camp practices reveal a major decision for the Sabres power play

The Buffalo Sabres' power play has been an issue for a few seasons now, but they appear to be taking steps to try to improve it. One of the big changes is that Eric Staal will be more involved in coaching this unit, according to Lindy Ruff.

Lindy Ruff News / Sabre Noise / September 19

Lindy Ruff believes this Sabres position group is the deepest he has ever coached

Lindy Ruff has an extensive resume in the NHL across 18 seasons with the Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, and Dallas Stars. When the Sabres head coach says something is the best he has ever seen, fans should take note.

Jack Quinn News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 18

Assessing Jack Quinn’s Future With The Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have effectively locked up their entire young core for the foreseeable future, with one glaring omission: forward Jack Quinn. Louis

Konsta Helenius News / Sabre Noise / September 18

Sabres' Konsta Helenius receives boost in quest to earn NHL roster spot

NHL head coaches, including Buffalo Sabres bench boss Lindy Ruff, often try to conceal lineup decisions throughout the regular season as a way to create a competitive advantage.

Zach Benson News / Sabre Noise / September 18

Zach Benson reacts to Jarmo Kekalainen's remarks about Sabres' breakout season

Buffalo Sabres winger Zach Benson was struck by a comment from general manager Jarmo Kekalainen during an organizational meeting before training camp.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / September 18

Elliotte Friedman updates key aspect of Sabres' Connor Hellebuyck trade talks

Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen sidestepped questions about his interest in Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck during his training camp press conference on Wednesday, but it sounds like there's now an additional hurdle to a potential blockbuster trade.

Eric Staal News / Sabre Noise / September 17

Eric Staal is taking on a new role with Buffalo Sabres to fix a long-standing issue

Since Lindy Ruff returned to Buffalo, the Sabres have been near the bottom of the league in terms of power play. They are hoping that can change this season and are taking steps to get better when they have the man advantage.

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Rasmus Dahlin News / Sabre Noise / September 17

Rasmus Dahlin makes perfect statement about what comes next for the Sabres

As Rasmus Dahlin watched teammates depart for greener pastures over the first seven years of his NHL career, the All-Star defenseman decided to stick with the Buffalo Sabres through the endless frustrations involved with the longest playoff drought in league history.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 17

The Sabres' most important camp battle may be for the final forward spots

The Buffalo Sabres still have a few decisions to make before their opening-night roster is set, and one of the more interesting battles could come down to the final forward spots .

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 17

Biggest questions after Buffalo Sabres' first training camp practice

The Buffalo Sabres' quest to defend their Atlantic Division title began in earnest Thursday morning as Rasmus Dahlin, Tage Thompson and Co. opened training camp ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season.

Noah Ostlund News / Sabre Noise / September 17

Noah Ostlund expresses excitement about potential Sabres kid line

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff will likely test out various line combinations throughout training camp and the preseason as he attempts to find the right mix before puck drops on the regular season Oct.

Jason Zucker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16

Sabres’ Jason Zucker To Miss Start Of Season

During his season-opening press conference, Buffalo Sabres GM Jarmo Kekäläinen announced that veteran winger Jason Zucker will miss the start of the 2026-27 regular season with a sports hernia.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 16

Predicting the Sabres’ Major Stat Category Leaders for 2026-27

With training camps started, the 2026-27 NHL regular season will be here faster than we know it. As the Sabres have likely finished up all their offseason acquisitions, they now turn their attention to getting all the right roster pieces up to speed.

Jiri Kulich News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

‘I actually felt like a ghost’: Sabres’ Jiri Kulich recounts blood clot struggles

When you’re a young adult, you think you can take on the world. But for Jiri Kulich, that reality hit hard last fall. In a game against the Washington Capitals on Nov.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Addressing the Sabres’ Forward Logjam

The Buffalo Sabres have come a long way, though it took 15 tough years to get here. Rather than having to hand out questionable contracts to entice talent, the Sabres have built up one of the deepest teams in the league buoyed by one of the game’s best defensemen.