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Sabres GM drops truth bomb on team’s goaltending amid Connor Hellebuyck rumors

The Buffalo Sabres are 4-3-2 on the year, and have struggled in goal so far this year. Buffalo is 26th in the NHL in goals-against average while sitting 30th in save percentage.

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Despite having zero goals, Zach Benson off to strong start, displaying chemistry with Jack Quinn, Noah Ostlund

BUFFALO – Zero goals? Don’t sweat it, kid. Keep doing what you’re doing. That’s a not a direct quote, but some words that seem to convey Sabres coach Lindy Ruff’s feelings about Zach Benson’s interesting start this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 20

Injury updates on Sabres’ Sam Carrick, Alex Lyon and Conor Timmins

BUFFALO – Add one more name to the Sabres’ injury list. Forward Sam Carrick missed Tuesday’s practice with a mid-body injury and is day to day, coach Lindy Ruff said following the session in LECOM Harborcenter.

Ilia Morozov News / Sabre Noise / October 20

Buffalo Sabres first-round draft pick wins early-season college award

Ilia Morozov, who joined the Buffalo Sabres organization as the No. 20 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, was named the National Collegiate Hockey Conference's Forward of the Week on Tuesday.

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Jack Quinn News / Sabre Noise / October 20

NHL analyst makes bold prediction about Buffalo Sabres breakout star

Jack Quinn was the biggest standout throughout Buffalo Sabres training camp, and the 25-year-old winger has parlayed that into a terrific start to the new season with nine points (five goals and five assists) through the club's first nine games.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Sabres GM says Luukkonen will be ‘big part’ of team’s future as Hellebuyck trade rumors persist

The Buffalo Sabres could be at a crossroads in their Stanley Cup contention window, as the availability of three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goalie Connor

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

Buffalo Sabres’ 3 Biggest Surprises So Far

It’s hard to say that the Buffalo Sabres are off to a “rough” start when they currently sit in a playoff position. Losing their second overtime game to the Montreal Canadiens in a handful of days doesn’t feel good, but it’s two points they wouldn’t have had otherwise.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Sabres Committed To Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

Sabres GM Jarmo Kekäläinen believes in his team’s goaltending. He spoke earlier on WGR 550; A Buffalo-based radio show. The hosts asked about the Sabres’ current goaltending situation and how specifically Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has handled being in trade rumors, to which Jarmo stated; We believe in our goaltending.

Jack Quinn News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Sabres’ Jack Quinn’s breakout has been a long time coming

There were many across the internet who questioned the Buffalo Sabres’ decision to draft Jack Quinn eighth overall in 2020. For starters, his Ottawa 67’s teammate, Marco Rossi, looked like the more complete player, and he went ninth to the Minnesota Wild.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 20

Jarmo Kekalainen praises Sabres goalies amid Connor Hellebuyck rumors

One statement from Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen stood out during an appearance Tuesday morning on WGR 550 Radio. "Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is a really good goaltender and has a lot to give to the Buffalo Sabres, and he'll be a big part of our future," Kekalainen said.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 19

Buffalo Sabres' season rests on improving one disastrous number

The combined efficiency of the Buffalo Sabres' power play and penalty kill through nine games is 73.6%. As you'd probably guess, that's the worst mark in the NHL.

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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.

Owen Power News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines — Owen Power Breakout, Penalty Kill Struggles & More

Here are the Buffalo Sabres news, rumors and latest updates for the week of Oct. 19 – Oct. 25, 2026. Owen Power is off to an excellent start for the Sabres.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 18

Owen Power is helping Sabres weather Rasmus Dahlin’s absence

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Owen Power has certainly been living up to his name this season. And it’s been a most welcome situation for a team that’s lost its best blueliner to injury.

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Connor Hellebuyck News / Sabre Noise / October 18

Realistic trade path for the Buffalo Sabres to land Connor Hellebuyck

After a few weeks of it being quiet around Connor Hellebuyck, news has picked up over the past few days, and this is usually an indication that there is some movement closer to a resolution.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 18

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-3 Loss to the Canadiens

To say that it has been an uneven start for the Buffalo Sabres would be putting it lightly. The last time out, they came back and took two points from the Toronto Maple Leafs with a 5-4 overtime win.

NHL News / Sabre Noise / October 17

4 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens

The Buffalo Sabres were back in Montreal on Saturday night for their third straight road game, a road trip that began in Montreal on Tuesday before going to Toronto on Thursday night to play the Maple Leafs.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Sabre Noise / October 17

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Sabres look to make key tweaks against Canadiens

The Buffalo Sabres are back in Montreal for their second game against the Canadiens this week. In the first game, the Canadiens would jump out to a 3-1 lead.

Jack Quinn News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Jack Quinn Has Officially Arrived for the Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres are off to a 4‑3‑1 start (nine points) after taking two of their last three games, all against Atlantic Division opponents. That stretch included a 5‑4 overtime comeback win over their cross‑border rival, the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / October 15

Owen Power completes Sabres' comeback with OT winner vs. Leafs

Owen Power scored in overtime as the visiting Buffalo Sabres came from behind to top the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 on Thursday night. Power nabbed his second overtime winner of the season, receiving a pass from Jack Quinn and launching it past goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky blocker side.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 13

Sabres Recall Dennis Gilbert, Place Matt Grzelcyk On IR

Earlier this morning, the Buffalo Sabres announced they recalled defenseman Dennis Gilbert from the AHL’s Rochester Americans. In a corresponding roster move, the Sabres placed defenseman Matt Grzelcyk on injured reserve with an undisclosed ailment, retroactive to October 1st.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Sabres Announce Rasmus Dahlin News Before Canadiens Game

The Buffalo Sabres will be without captain Rasmus Dahlin for at least Tuesday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens after head coach Lindy Ruff announced the defenseman will remain behind in Buffalo.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 12

Penguins acquire defenseman Ryan Johnson from Sabres

Penguins acquire defenseman Ryan Johnson, send Caleb Jones, Daniel Laatsch to Sabres

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that have acquired defenseman Ryan Johnson from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Caleb Jones and Daniel Laatsch.

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Sabres own third period to slip past Panthers 5-3

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Sabres own third period to slip past Panthers 5-3

Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist for the Buffalo Sabres, who made a late push for a 5-3 victory against the visiting Florida Panthers on Monday afternoon.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Daily Faceoff / October 12

Sabres’ Dahlin exits game against Panthers with upper-body injury

The Buffalo Sabres were dealt a major blow in the middle of an important early season divisional game in the form of an injury to their captain. Defenseman Rasmus Dahlin exited the Sabres’ Monday matinee contest against the Florida Panthers with an upper-body injury, the team announced.

Owen Power News / Yardbarker / October 7