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On YouTubeLindy Ruff News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Sabres’ Lindy Ruff Deserves to Win the Jack Adams Award
When the Buffalo Sabres hired Lindy Ruff as their head coach before the 2024–25 season, there was one goal in mind: simply make the playoffs. In his first season back behind the bench, the team fell short and missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the 14th straight year.
NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 3
Sabres to face Canadiens in second round of playoffs 
The Buffalo Sabres finally have an opponent for their second-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Montreal Canadiens advanced tonight to face the Sabres by beating the Lightning 2-1 in Tampa Bay in Game 7.
Zach Benson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 3
Sabres’ Zach Benson becoming one of NHL’s foremost agitators: ‘That insect that won’t go away’
BUFFALO – Sabres coach Lindy Ruff likens diminutive winger Zach Benson’s ability to get under opponents’ skin to an annoying bug that keeps flying around you.
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 / Daily Faceoff / May 3
Sabres’ Ostlund, Carrick to miss second round playoff series
The Buffalo Sabres will continue to be without two of their depth forwards, as the team announced on Sunday afternoon that both Noah Ostlund and Sam Carrick are expected to miss the entirety of their 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.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 3
Sabres to be without 2 key forwards for second-round series
The Buffalo Sabres hadn’t advanced out of the first round of the playoffs since 2007 before taking down the Boston Bruins in Game 6, but Lindy Ruff and company have their sights set on much more than just one series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Sabres’ Noah Ostlund, Sam Carrick Expected To Miss Second Round
The Buffalo Sabres expect to be without centers Noah Ostlund and Sam Carrick for their upcoming second-round series, head coach Lindy Ruff announced today.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 2
‘He’s the little dog that everyone’s scared of’: Sabres teammates praise Zach Benson’s tenacious play
One of the more underappreciated players on the Buffalo Sabres roster is getting props from his teammates. In Game 6 of the Atlantic Division Semifinals, Sabres forward Zach Benson played a big role in the team’s 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins, clinching the team’s first series win in 19 years.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 2
3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-1 Game 6 Win Over the Bruins
The Buffalo Sabres had their chances to end the series in Game 5 but fell short in the end. Coming into Friday’s Game 6 in Boston, it was clear what needed to be done in order to send the team forward into the second round.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 2
NHL roundup: Sabres win playoff series for first time in 19 years
The visiting Buffalo Sabres scored two first-period goals and never trailed en route to a 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins on Friday, clinching their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series in Game 6.
Alex Lyon News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2
Alex Lyon’s dominance makes never-before-seen Sabres playoff history
The Buffalo Sabres are on to the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Buffalo has won its first playoff series since 2007. They dominated the Boston Bruins on the road in this series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 2
In defeating Bruins and winning playoff round, Sabres hope they’re just getting started: ‘Attacked this series as a team’
BOSTON – Fifty wins, 109 points and an Atlantic Division title are nice, but months ago, the Buffalo Sabres’ season became about a lot more than simply making the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 1
Sabres defeat Bruins, advance to second round
Order up another pound of wings, Buffalo style. Hockey fans in Western New York are celebrating after the Buffalo Sabres defeated the Bruins Bruins 4-1 in Game 6 Friday night, winning their first-round series and advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to face one of the Montreal Canadiens or Tampa Bay Lightning.
NHL News / Field Level Media / May 1
Sabres build early lead, eliminate Bruins in Game 6
The visiting Buffalo Sabres scored two first-period goals and never trailed en route to a 4-1 win over the Boston Bruins on Friday, clinching their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series in Game 6.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Sabres continue historic season with first playoff series win in 19 years
Ending a long drought just to get into the playoffs, the Buffalo Sabres take their historic season one step further on Friday night.
Alex Lyon News / Stadium Rant / May 1
Buffalo Sabres Alex Lyon Roars In The Playoffs
Buffalo Sabres goalie Alex Lyon wasn’t always the prominent goalie in the playoffs. Goalie Alex Lyon’s journey of resilience and perseverance had a starting point and only continued over time.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30
Sabres’ defenseman Michael Kesselring’s attitude amid playoff healthy scratches, Logan Stanley illness
Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff could have some lineup decisions to make on the eve of Game 6 against the Boston Bruins. Logan Stanley, one of the team’s prized trade deadline additions, is battling an illness that could take him out of the game, opening the door for New Hampshire native Michael Kesselring to enter the Sabres’ lineup.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Spun / April 29
Sabres Fans Go Viral For Incredible National Anthem During Stanley Cup Playoffs
When the microphone failed during the national anthem in Game 5 between the Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres, the fans offered to help. Just before puck drop, singer-songwriter Cami Clune was singing the national anthem at the KeyBank Center.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29
Sabres’ Noah Ostlund Suffers Lower-Body Injury
Buffalo Sabres forward Noah Östlund was knocked out of the team’s game five loss to the Boston Bruins with a lower-body injury, the team announced last night.
David Pastrnak News / Yardbarker / April 28
David Pastrnak saves Bruins from elimination with overtime winner in Game 5 against Sabres
Right winger David Pastrnak ruined the party for Buffalo when he scored on a partial breakaway at the 9:14 mark of overtime to lift the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory.
Buffalo Sabres News / Bleacher Report / April 28
Peyton Krebs News / The Hockey Writers / April 28
Sabres Player Playoff Spotlight: Peyton Krebs
The Buffalo Sabres currently hold a 3-1 series lead on the Boston Bruins, and it is thanks to some stellar efforts from a number of their players. Key among them has been forward Peyton Krebs, who has blossomed into one of the better all-around players for them this season and postseason.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 27
Playoff Buffalo Sabres Have A Good Problem
The Buffalo Sabres, new to the playoff scene, have a problem on their hands. The Buffalo Sabres have built their arsenal of players over the course of their 14-season-long playoff drought.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 26
Sabres smash Bruins to take 3-1 lead back to Buffalo
The visiting Buffalo Sabres ripped off a four-goal first period and never looked back en route to a 6-1 win over the Boston Bruins in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series on Sunday afternoon.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 27
Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has every reason to be furious with teammates
The Boston Bruins were supposed to play one of their biggest games of the season on Sunday afternoon when they hosted the Buffalo Sabres for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / April 25
Buffalo Sabres In The Playoffs: Who’s In Net?
The Buffalo Sabres have a past with three goalies on their roster. What makes it different this time around is that they’re in the playoffs. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is one of the Sabres goalies and has become one of their rising stars.
The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
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