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Sabres Say Lindy Ruff Extension a 'No Brainer', But Coach Had to Make a Stop First

The Buffalo Sabres have signed Lindy Ruff to a two-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season. It was a move GM Jarmo Kekalainen called a “no-brainer.” Kekalianen said they first had conversations about an extension in Los Angeles.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 20

Sabres' Lindy Ruff receives 2-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres rewarded Lindy Ruff for ending the team's lengthy postseason drought on Wednesday by signing him to a two-year contract extension. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team for Ruff, who will remain with the Sabres through the 2027-28 season.

Lindy Ruff News / Daily Faceoff / May 20

Sabres sign Lindy Ruff to two-year extension

A veteran coach is sticking around Western New York for a little bit longer. On Wednesday, the Buffalo Sabers announced that the team has signed head coach Lindy Ruff to a two-year contract extension, with the plan being for the legendary bench boss to be behind the bench through the 2027-28 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20

Buffalo Sabres reward HC Lindy Ruff with contract extension

Ruff’s contract was set to expire this summer, so in signing him, the team has ensured he will return as their head coach for next season and beyond.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 20

‘I don’t know the future’: Sabres’ Alex Tuch addresses pending contract negotiations

A pending unrestricted free agent is discussing his potential future in Western New York. When speaking to the media at the team’s end-of-season availability, Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch was asked about whether he would be back next season.

Jiri Kulich News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20

Sabres’ forward Jiri Kulich speaks publicly on blood clotting issue for 1st time since November

The Buffalo Sabres have plenty of reasons to be positive after their second-round loss at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens. They have one of the youngest teams in the league, along with Montreal, and came within a bounce of advancing to the Eastern Conference Final.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

3 Sabres trade targets after heartbreaking Game 7 Canadiens loss

The Buffalo Sabres were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Montreal Canadiens in seven games. After a 15-year postseason drought, Buffalo returned to the postseason and eliminated the Boston Bruins.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 19

After special season, Sabres understand success isn’t guaranteed next year

BUFFALO – The Sabres boast one of the NHL’s deepest, most talented and youngest rosters. On paper at least, they look poised to enjoy success in the coming years following a breakout season in which they ended their NHL-record 14-year playoff drought, won the Atlantic Division and came within one goal of reaching the Eastern Conference final.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 19

After special season, Sabres understand success isn’t guaranteed next season

Alex Tuch News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

Sabres’ Alex Tuch’s agent weighs in on free agency interest after dreadful playoff performance

The Buffalo Sabres are dealing with the heartbreak of having been defeated in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinal by the divisional rival Montreal Canadiens on Monday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

Sabres’ Alex Lyon knows he owes Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen big time

The season for the Buffalo Sabres, which was the best season that the club had had since they last made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2011, ended in stunning disappointment at the hands of the Montreal Canadiens.

Zach Benson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

Sabres’ Zach Benson non-committal on contract talks after Game 7 loss to Canadiens

Unfortunately for the Buffalo Sabres, their incredible season that began with one of the most stunning turnarounds in recent NHL memory came to a close on Monday night at the hands of the divisional rival Montreal Canadiens.

Beck Malenstyn News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 19

Whistle costs Beck Malenstyn, Sabres go-ahead goal: ‘A chaotic sequence’

BUFFALO – With Monday’s Game 7 tied halfway through the third period, Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram landed a shot from the point on Jakub Dobes that winger Jordan Greenway quickly poked through the goalie’s pads.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 19

Sabres Likely To Explore Moving Devon Levi

For the last little while, there has been growing speculation that the Buffalo Sabres will move on from netminder Devon Levi relatively soon. Those rumors aren’t going away anytime soon.

Jiri Kulich News / Daily Faceoff / May 19

Sabres’ Jiri Kulich says he had procedure to remove blood clot

Buffalo Sabres forward Jiri Kulich confirmed Tuesday that he underwent a procedure to remove a blood clot that sidelined him for all but 12 games in the 2025-26 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19

Insider Reports Sabres and Former Top Prospect Parting Ways

The Buffalo Sabres’ goaltending fell apart when they needed it most in the second round against the Montreal Canadiens. Lindy Ruff’s team was getting strong play from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon, and Colten Ellis all season, but it all fell apart for Luukkonen and Lyon against the Habs.

Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / May 19

Following Sabres Elimination in Playoffs, What Now for Alex Tuch?

The sting of a Game 7 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens may linger in Buffalo—but it won’t take long for people to start asking questions about what comes next for some of the bigger names on the Sabers roster, especially Alex Tuch.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20

Rasmus Dahlin had a vulgar reaction to Sabres’ Game 7 downfall

The Buffalo Sabres’ run in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs is over, and it ended in such a painful fashion. Sabres star defenseman Rasmus Dahlin’s vulgar reaction to his team’s series loss against the Montreal Canadiens summed it all up.