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On YouTubeBuffalo Sabres News / ESPN / May 16
Goalie change fuels rally as Sabres force Game 7 
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 17 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Buffalo Sabres roared back to defeat the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 Saturday night and force a Game 7 in this Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 28: Sabres run away from Habs, force Game 7
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are back, which means that for the next two months, we’ll get non-stop action as we witness 16 teams get whittled down to the one that will be crowned as the 2026 Stanley Cup champions.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 16
Sabres change lineup, mix up lines for Game 6 against Canadiens
MONTREAL – The Buffalo Sabres made one lineup change for tonight’s do-or-die contest against the Canadiens, inserting rookie defenseman Zach Metsa and scratching veteran Luke Schenn for Game 6 of the second-round series.
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.
Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Sabres start Alex Lyon in goal for Game 6 against Canadiens
For the third time during this Stanley Cup Playoff run, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff is making a change in goal. Alex Lyon will get the start for the Sabres in a Game 6 on Saturday night in which Buffalo is facing elimination at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens.
Alex Tuch News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
Does Sabres’ Forward Alex Tuch Still Deserve a Big Extension?
The Buffalo Sabres have had a season-long issue on their hands, and it has only become more and more complicated as time has gone on. The burning questions of whether they should re-sign Alex Tuch and how much his annual value is worth.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 16
Sabres need Tage Thompson, centers to produce as they face elimination; Owen Power has chance to play Game 5
MONTREAL – In their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens, the Buffalo Sabres’ top three centers – Tage Thompson, Josh Norris and Ryan McLeod – have combined to score just three goals and seven points in five games.
Owen Power News / Daily Faceoff / May 16
Sabres’ Owen Power available for Game 6 against Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres got good injury news ahead of a Game 6 in which they face elimination against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. Head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters, including Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic, earlier Saturday that defenseman Owen Power will be available for the must-win contest at the Bell Centre.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 16
Sabres’ Lindy Ruff gets brutally honest on ‘pressure’ ahead of do-or-die Game 6
The Buffalo Sabres are in a place they haven’t been in 15 years — facing an elimination contest in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After returning to the dance in 2025-26, and beating the Boston Bruins in six games in Round 1, the Sabres are down to their last loss against the Montreal Canadiens.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
3 Keys to Sabres Forcing Game 7 Against Canadiens
After breaking their playoff drought, winning the Atlantic Division, and defeating the Boston Bruins in six games in Round 1, the Buffalo Sabres now find themselves down 3–2 in the second round against the Montreal Canadiens, and one loss away from falling short of the Eastern Conference Final.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 15
Lindy Ruff wants to ease pressure on Sabres as they face elimination; Buffalo needs more from Alex Tuch,
MONTREAL – Instead of practicing or holding a meeting or video session on Friday before they departed Buffalo for a do-or-die Game 6, coach Lindy Ruff told the Sabres to stay away from the rink and meet at the airport.
NHL News / Total Apex Sports / May 15
Montreal Canadiens Lead Buffalo Sabres 3-2 In Playoff Series
The Montréal Canadiens are leading the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 going into Game 6 on May 16, allowing them to clinch a series win. However, despite winning 2 games in a row, that won’t be a simple task against the Sabres.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 15
Sabres coach Lindy Ruff hints at home distractions amid Canadiens series
The Buffalo Sabres are on the brink of elimination in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Sabres lost game five of the series to the Montreal Canadiens. It was the fifth time in the playoffs the Sabres have lost, and the fourth time at home.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 15
Winners, losers from Thursday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Mitch Marner on Conn Smythe run
The Golden Knights are halfway to a Stanley Cup, and Mitch Marner is one of the biggest driving forces behind that success.
The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least two 40-goal seasons in their career can you name in five minutes?
Lindy Ruff News / NHL Trade Talk / May 14
Lindy Ruff’s Goalie Gamble Changes the Series for Buffalo
The Buffalo Sabres entered Game 4 of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens in desperate need of a win. After taking Game 1, Buffalo’s approach quickly unraveled, as the Canadiens adjusted and found a formula to score in bunches and take the lead in the series.
Konsta Helenius News / The Hockey Writers / May 13
Sabres’ Helenius Stands Out in Game 4 Win
Going into Tuesday’s pivotal Game 4, the Buffalo Sabres hadn’t been themselves. They were not only struggling, but important pieces of the puzzle simply hadn’t been pulling their weight.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 12
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen takes over in net as Sabres even series with Game 4 comeback
Coming off back-to-back losses, each by four goals, the Buffalo Sabres knew their backs were against the proverbial wall on Tuesday night. Faced with
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 13
Winners, losers from Tuesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Sabres' Zach Benson scores game-winner on his birthday
The second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Tuesday night, with the Buffalo Sabres facing the Montreal Canadiens on the road and the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Anaheim Ducks.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 12
Zach Benson's 3rd-period goal helps Sabres level series vs. Canadiens
Zach Benson scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period of a 3-2 win for the visiting Buffalo Sabres against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference second-round series on Tuesday.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 13
Bruins' Charlie McAvoy suspended six games to start 2026-27 season
Top Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy will have to wait longer than most to play again.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Field Level Media / May 12
Sabres G Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to start Game 4 vs. Canadiens
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will return to the crease to start Game 4 of the Eastern Conference second-round series against the host Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.
Sam Carrick News / Athlon Sports / May 9
Sabres Announce Sam Carrick News After 15 Games Missed
The Buffalo Sabres entered their second-round series after beating the Boston Bruins in six games while navigating four injuries carried from the regular season.
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