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3 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 6-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets

For the fourth straight season, the Buffalo Sabres drop their season opener as they lose to the Columbus Blue Jackets by a final score of 6-3. The Sabres scored the first goal of the game, but after that, it was almost all Columbus, as they scored three straight in the first period and were able to play with the lead for the remainder of the game.

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Mattias Samuelsson delivers the first goal of the 2026-27 season for the Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres weren't sure if Mattias Samuelsson was going to be available for the first game of the regular season after suffering an injury in the preseason.

Lindy Ruff News / Sabre Noise / October 1

Lindy Ruff puts Sabres players on high alert as new season begins

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff understands the importance of taking every game seriously, even the first night of an 84-contest, seven-month marathon, and he's relayed that to his players ahead of Thursday night's season opener against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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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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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.

Louis Crevier News / Field Level Media / October 1

Sabres D Louis Crevier signs 4-year, $16M extension

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Louis Crevier signed a four-year, $16 million contract extension on Thursday, hours before the season opener against the host Columbus Blue Jackets.

Louis Crevier News / Daily Faceoff / October 1

Sabres sign Louis Crevier to four-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Thursday that they have come to terms on a four-year contract extension with defenseman Louis Crevier. The new contract

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 1

3 Buffalo Sabres prospects who could make their NHL debut in 2026-27

The Buffalo Sabres recently wrapped up a training camp that didn't feature much competition. Most of the spots on the 23-man roster were secured long before the preseason and, while injuries did create a touch uncertainty, there wasn't any immediate space for prospects.

Louis Crevier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Sabres Sign Louis Crevier To Four-Year Extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced that they have signed defenseman Louis Crevier to a four-year extension carrying a $4MM AAV. The 25-year-old was set to become an RFA in the summer, and was eligible for arbitration.

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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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Sabres Place Olen Zellweger On IR, Recall Dennis Gilbert

The Buffalo Sabres announced today that defenseman Olen Zellweger has been placed on injured reserve as he deals with a concussion. In a corresponding move, the Sabres recalled defenseman Dennis Gilbert from their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 1

Sabres’ Olen Zellweger placed on injured reserve; Dennis Gilbert recalled

The Buffalo Sabres won’t have defenseman Olen Zellweger to start the 2026-27 NHL season, as the 29-year-old was ruled out of Thursday’s season-opening game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Zellweger remained absent from practices due to concussion protocol and was officially ruled out Thursday morning.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 1

A player at each position who'll decide the Buffalo Sabres' 2026-27 fate

The Buffalo Sabres open their 2026-27 schedule Thursday night with a road trip to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. Expectations are much higher ahead of the new campaign after the organization finally turned a corner toward championship contention last year.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 1

3 Buffalo Sabres who must step up to end a frustrating season opener streak

The Buffalo Sabres are set to begin the 2026-27 season with a road game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They are set to try and accomplish something they haven't had the chance to do since the 2011-12 season, and that is to make the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

Konsta Helenius News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 30

Confidence, special ability to meet big moments make Sabres rookie Konsta Helenius unique talent

BUFFALO – When he hopped inside Sami Pajari’s Toyota Yaris in July, Sabres rookie Konsta Helenius figured the Finnish rally car driver would navigate a bit slower than usual through the rough terrain of the forest with a guest aboard.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Sabres feature surprising line combinations in practice ahead of season opener

The Buffalo Sabres were hit with a string of bad luck throughout the preseason, as it felt like every game there were multiple players who were leaving due to injuries.

NHL News / Field Level Media / September 30

No longer 'surprise' team, Sabres open season against new-look Blue Jackets

The start of last season looked like it might be another disappointing one for the Buffalo Sabres. They opened with three straight losses and won only four of their first 11 games in October.

Jessica Pegula opens door to future role with Buffalo Bills: 'I always thought that I wanted to be in the sporting world'

Jessica Pegula has admitted that she could one day take on a role running the Buffalo Bills, opening the door to a future in sports management after her tennis career.

Olen Zellweger News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 30