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Tage Thompson News / Daily Faceoff / August 6

‘I was relearning how to function as a bigger guy’: Thompson on what changed before his breakout NHL season

Sometimes, all you need is time. For Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson, he needed time to adjust to his large frame to become one of the NHL’s top offensive weapons.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / August 5

When did Sabres realize they were a playoff team?

There’s no question that the return to prominence in Western New York was one of the pleasant surprises in the NHL last season. The Buffalo Sabres had been the doormat for the NHL for well over a decade – consistently finishing near the bottom of the league and taking forever to get out of the rebuild.

Owen Power News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

Sabres’ Owen Power Primed for Big Step Forward

The Buffalo Sabres are coming off their best season in a generation in 2025-26 and expect to contend rather than take a step back in 2026-27. There are plenty of reasons to believe in the team, who have one of the most exciting young core groups in the league.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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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Logan Stanley News / Professor Press Box / August 3

How Do You Deploy a Big, Slow D-man? The Logan Stanley Question

Logan Stanley is still sitting out there unsigned. He’s 6-foot-7, with a mean streak, a heavy shot, and a long history of injuries that have slowed him down.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Konsta Helenius News / The Hockey Writers / August 3

Sabres Rookie Konsta Helenius Should Be in Calder Trophy Talks

The 2026-27 NHL season is approaching fast, which means sooner rather than later we will get into award predictions, whether they are team-related or individual awards.

Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / August 3

NHL pressures Colorado high school to abandon longtime Buffalo Sabres logo

The NHL apparently found a threat to its business hiding inside a Colorado high school.

Penguins act early, sign Tommy Novak to three-year extension

Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin has a crucial role beyond scoring

Oilers would have gotten their guy 'if they’d just waited a week'

Maple Leafs host clears up ridiculous Gavin McKenna rumor

Brad Hunt retires after 10-year NHL career

Jake Leschyshyn News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 1

Jake Leschyshyn Signs With Finnish Liiga’s HIFK

After seven years in the North American professional circuit, winger Jake Leschyshyn is taking his talents overseas. According to a team announcement, Leschyshyn has signed a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season with the Finnish Liiga’s HIFK.

Zach Metsa News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Report Card: Zach Metsa

The Sabres found a diamond in the rough when they gave a shot to defender Zach Metsa this past season. The 27 year old first year player finally saw his first NHL action after some solid minor league hockey, and he did not disappoint.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Which Young Sabres Forward Will Have the Biggest Impact in 2026-27?

The Buffalo Sabres, coming off their first division crown in nearly two decades, are facing unfamiliarly high expectations entering the 2026-27 season.

Conor Timmins News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Report Card: Conor Timmins

It was a season of bad luck and unfortunate timing for Conor Timmins. He was acquired initially from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Connor Clifton to be an upgraded third-pairing defender, and when he was able to play, he was.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / The Lead / July 29

The Future of the Buffalo Sabres Starts With Konsta Helenius

The Buffalo Sabres had a quiet offseason. They acquired some minor pieces but lost major ones from the prior season, such as Alex Tuch and Bowen Byram.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 29

Sabres’ 3 Young Centers All Poised For Big Seasons in 2026-27

The Buffalo Sabres are in a fairly unique position for the 2026-27 season. They have three young centers who all showed signs of massive potential, and each one has a different skill set that they bring.

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Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Sabres’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

By all measures, the 2025-26 NHL season for the Buffalo Sabres was a resounding success. In mid-December, they were middling at the .500 mark in their record, but made a meaningful change in leadership by dismissing general manager Kevyn Adams, which suddenly propelled them into one of the best runs in recent club history.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

3 Buffalo Sabres Facing Pressure to Perform in 2026-27

It may not have been the most ideal offseason, but the Buffalo Sabres feel like they are prepared to once again contend for the Atlantic Division crown.

Zach Benson News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Report Card: Zach Benson

No player on the Buffalo Sabres’ roster gained more notoriety this season than forward Zach Benson. After spending his first couple of seasons in the NHL building his reputation, he finally came into his own and became a new household name among the “pest” players.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 26

Breakout Candidate: Konsta Helenius

Every season, there are always a few players who break out in big ways. For example, after topping out at nine goals with the Seattle Kraken, few would have predicted that Morgan Geekie would have two consecutive 30-goal campaigns with the Boston Bruins.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHLFanCentral / July 25

Sabres’ Patience Could Pay Off as Rivals Make Costly Offseason Moves

While this offseason saw teams throwing money all over the league, the 2025-26 Atlantic Division champion, Buffalo Sabres, held out and guarded their capital.

Ivan Chukarov News / Inside The Rink / July 23

ECHL: Ivan Chukarov Signs In Germany

Savannah Ghost Pirates defenseman Ivan Chukarov is heading overseas to Germany to join Eisadler Dortmund (Germany4). Chukarov, 31, began the season in the EIHL with the Coventry Blaze, where he had two goals and seven assists for nine points in 23 games, while also playing in four playoff games.

Connor Hellebuyck News / The Lead / July 22

The Buffalo Sabres Can’t Give up on Acquiring Connor Hellebuyck

Connor Hellebuyck is one of the biggest topics being discussed this offseason. The Vezina and Olympic gold medal winner is reportedly on the trade block.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

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Peyton Krebs News / Field Level Media / July 13