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Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Division Title Is in Reach & More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of April 13 to April 19, 2026. I don’t want to get ahead of myself; however, the Sabres still have a good chance to win the Atlantic Division.

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After trade, scratch, Sabres newcomer Logan Stanley settling in on defense

BUFFALO – Sabres defenseman Logan Stanley knows it sounds a bit odd. After all, he fell out of the lineup after playing 14 straight games following his arrival from the Winnipeg Jets before the trade deadline.

Noah Ostlund News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 11

Sabres hope to have injured rookie Noah Ostlund back for playoffs

BUFFALO – Coach Lindy Ruff said the Sabres hope to have injured rookie Noah Ostlund back for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. “Getting better,” Ruff said following Saturday’s practice in LECOM Harborcenter.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

One Line Can Drive Sabres to a Deep Playoff Run

Riding high after a 5-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, things could not be better for the Buffalo Sabres. Surprising goaltender Colten Ellis lodged his first career shutout.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 5-0 Win Over the Blue Jackets

In a dog fight for the top spot in the Atlantic Division, the Buffalo Sabres entered Thursday riding high after a 5-3 win over the New York Rangers. Coming back home and facing a tough test in the Columbus Blue Jackets – who had already beaten the Sabres twice this season – would be just as important.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Colten Ellis News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 10

Colten Ellis dynamic as Sabres shut out Blue Jackets, stay in first place

BUFFALO – When the Sabres claimed rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers six months ago, it felt like his first trip to the NHL might be fleeting. After all, they grabbed Ellis to provide insurance after Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen suffered another injury late in the preseason.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 9

Colten Ellis, Sabres, blank Blue Jackets to stay atop Atlantic Division

Colten Ellis made 37 saves for his first career shutout in the host Buffalo Sabres' 5-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. Josh Doan

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 9

Goalie Alex Lyon could be sidelined into playoffs; Josh Doan makes ‘selfless’ play

BUFFALO – Injured Sabres goalie Alex Lyon could be sidelined for the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, coach Lindy Ruff said prior to Thursday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Sabres’ Alex Lyon to miss at least a week with lower-body injury

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon will miss at least the next week with a lower-body injury, the club announced Thursday afternoon. Lyon, 33, has a 20-10-4 record, three shutouts, and a .907 save percentage in 36 games with the Sabres this season.

Alex Lyon News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9

Sabres’ Alex Lyon Suffers Lower-Body Injury

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon strained a lower-body muscle during yesterday’s morning skate and will be re-evaluated in a week, head coach Lindy Ruff announced today.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 5-3 Win Over the Rangers

The Buffalo Sabres, coming off an electric 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, don’t appear to be resting on the fact that they will be a postseason participant for the first time in 15 years.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Sabres’ Game 1 Starter Is Obvious

The story of the 2025-26 Buffalo Sabres will be one talked about in the same tones as the 2005-06 team. The biggest thing is that this group broke the ugly drought that had become the talking point about the franchise for the last few seasons.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 7

Sabres confident amid fight for Atlantic Division, face Rangers next

After getting back to their game and snapping a mini-skid, the Buffalo Sabres hope to stay on track and keep pace atop the Atlantic Division when they visit the New York Rangers on Wednesday.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Sabres Clinch Playoff Berth & More

Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of April 5 – April 12, 2026. The Sabres have broken the longest playoff drought in sports and have officially clinched a playoff spot.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-2 Win Over the Lightning

Though they have finally ended the drought, clinching a long-overdue playoff position, the work is not over for the Buffalo Sabres. They enter the stretch run in a dog fight for the top of the Atlantic Division in what has been an open Eastern Conference.

Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 7

The Buffalo Sabres Clinched A Playoff Spot: 14 Seasons In The Making

The Buffalo Sabres have done it. After 14 consecutive seasons, the team put an end to its playoff drought. It all started in the 2010-11 season when the Buffalo Sabres’ playoff appearances had come to an end.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 6

Jason Zucker leads Sabres to pivotal win over Lightning

Jason Zucker broke a tie in the second period and added an assist as the host Buffalo Sabres defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Monday night. Alex Tuch, Josh Norris and Jack Quinn also scored for the Sabres (47-23-8, 102 points), who snapped a two-game losing streak and moved into a tie with the Lightning atop the Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

Playoff-bound Sabres can now set sights on bigger accomplishments

The Buffalo Sabres made it official over the weekend, clinching a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since the 2011 season. While simply

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The 'NHL hat-trick leaders since 2000-01' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NHL in three-goal games since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / April 4

Yes — The Buffalo Sabres are Officially Back in the Playoffs

After a 15-season drought — the longest active in the NHL — Buffalo has clinched a playoff berth in the 2025-26 season. As of Saturday, they sit at 46-22-8 (100 points), currently 2nd in the Atlantic Division (tied in points with Tampa Bay Lightning but with one more game played), and in a strong position in the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 3

NHL punishes Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench

NHL punishes Senators' Brady Tkachuk for slashing opponent from bench

Some more hot water for the Ottawa Senators captain.

Brady Tkachuk gets slashing penalty while sitting on bench

'Disgusting': Keith Tkachuk slams Senators' toughness on sons' podcast

Brady Tkachuk responds to father Keith's criticism of Senators

Penguins defenseman undergoes shoulder surgery, done for season

Investigation underway over apparent Nazi salute at Stars game

Sam Carrick News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 2

Sabres’ Sam Carrick to miss time with arm injury, playoff return possible

The Buffalo Sabres will be without forward Sam Carrick for the immediate future after head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed Thursday that the veteran center is week-to-week with a left arm injury, but hasn’t been ruled out for the playoffs, with less than two weeks remaining in the regular season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Sabres Face Chance to End 14-Season Drought on Thursday

The Buffalo Sabres enter Thursday night aiming at something much bigger than simply winning a game on a random weekday. With fewer than 10 games remaining on the schedule of all teams across the NHL, playoff positioning remains unsettled for the most part.

Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 2

The Buffalo Sabres Have A Chance At The Playoffs: Can These Four Guys Be The Reason?

The Buffalo Sabres have more grit with making a playoff push, and these four guys are key to accelerating the journey. The Buffalo Sabres made three trades before the deadline concluded.

Zach Metsa News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30

Buffalo Sabres Recall Zach Metsa

As expected, the Buffalo Sabres have recalled defenseman Zach Metsa from the AHL’s Rochester Americans, according to a team announcement. Metsa was reassigned just a few days ago due to the activation of fellow defenseman Conor Timmins.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6

NHL's goalie interference problem is becoming an embarrassment

NHL's goalie interference problem is becoming leaguewide embarrassment

Replay review in sports is supposed to fix things. It is not supposed to make things more difficult or even embarrass the league. But the NHL's attempt to legislate goaltender interference is proving to be a major problem for the league, and everybody is getting tired of it.

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin hit with big suspension for slashing Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin

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Penguins acquire Elmer Soderblom from Red Wings for draft pick

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