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3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 4-3 Game 1 Win Over the Bruins

We’ve finally arrived. After 15 years, the Buffalo Sabres are not only in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs but hosted Game 1 as the Atlantic Division champions.

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Downed fences, beat-up mannequins headline KeyBank Center scene for Sabres' Game 1 win

Buffalo surged in the third period to win their first playoff game in 15 years, prompting memorable fan reactions from the Sabres faithful.

Buffalo Sabres News / SwimSwam / April 20

#18 Colin Jacobs, a USA senior national team member, chooses Cal Bears (2027)

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Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 20

Sabres’ 3rd period comeback never before done in Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Buffalo Sabres ended a 15-year playoff drought by rallying with four straight goals in the third period to take down the Boston Bruins 4-3 in Game 1 at KeyBank Center.

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The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

There have been 54 players to record multiple hat tricks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the NHL's Modern Era (since 1967-68) can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 20

NHL roundup: Sabres storm past Bruins for 1st playoff win in 15 years

Tage Thompson scored two of the Buffalo Sabres' four goals in the final eight minutes of the third period in a 4-3 comeback win against the visiting Boston Bruins in Game 1 of their best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series on Sunday night.

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 20

Why the Sabres knew they could pull off Game 1’s wild third-period comeback vs. Bruins

BUFFALO – According to a sign pinned up in the 300 level of KeyBank Center, Buffalo Sabres fans had wandered 5,472 days in the desert, thirsting desperately for their first playoff game since 2010-11.

Buffalo Sabres News / ESPN / April 19

Sabres surge in 3rd for 1st playoff win in 15 years

Buffalo overcame a two-goal deficit in the final eight minutes to beat the Bruins 4-3 on Sunday night in the Sabres' first playoff game in 15 years.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 20

Sabres Stun Bruins in Epic Comeback: First Playoff Win Since 2011

The Buffalo Sabres’ return to the NHL Playoffs for the first time since 2011 was something you had to tune in for live. After years of waiting and trying

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 19

Sabres rally past Bruins in 3rd for 1st playoff win since '11

Tage Thompson scored two of the four goals by the Buffalo Sabres in the final eight minutes of the third period in a 4-3 comeback win against the visiting Boston Bruins in Game 1 of their best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series on Sunday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / April 19

Sabres' return to playoffs begins with stunning Game 1 comeback win

Buffalo Sabres fans waited 14 years to watch their team in the Stanley Cup playoffs, and for the first 52 minutes of their return game against the Boston Bruins on Sunday night, it was a frustrating experience.

Sabres rally past Bruins in 3rd for 1st playoff win since '11

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Lindy Ruff News / Daily Faceoff / April 19

Before Sabres’ biggest game in 15 years, Lindy Ruff embraces the butterflies

BUFFALO – Playoff games used to keep Lindy Ruff awake. And we’re not just talking late-1990s Buffalo Sabres games and skates in the crease. You have to rewind quite a bit further than his early coaching days to find the start of Ruff’s playoff experiences.

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

Sabres’ Expectations for the 2026 Playoffs

The Buffalo Sabres are in the playoffs for the first time since 2010-11. Not only did they clinch a playoff spot, but they also won their division for the first time since 2009-10, and for the first time since the new divisions were introduced, they have won the Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Lead / April 16

What Is the Expectation for the Sabres in the Playoffs?

When the NHL season began in October, nobody expected the Buffalo Sabres to have the kind of season they did. They won 50 games, the third most in franchise history, won the Atlantic Division, and ended their 14-year playoff drought.

Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Sabres coach Lindy Ruff reveals tough injury update on trade deadline acquisition

The Buffalo Sabres are gearing up for postseason hockey for the first time since 2010-11, which should have Western New York buzzing when their 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs begin against the Boston Bruins on Sunday.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Sabres News & Rumors: Atlantic Division Champs, First Round Matchup & More

The Buffalo Sabres have officially put together one of the best comeback stories in the NHL this season. The 2025-26 season is now over, and the Sabres are not just heading to the playoffs; they are going in as Atlantic Division champions.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Totally Serious Buffalo Sabres Regular Season Awards

After beating the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, the Buffalo Sabres did what felt impossible just six months ago: they won the Atlantic Division. It is the first time they have won this incarnation of the division, and their first division title since 2009-10 (when it was the Northeast Division).

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 15

The wild stats behind Sabres’ playoff return

The Buffalo Sabres hockey team and their fans are celebrating after the franchise’s long playoff drought is over. Now, more information is coming to light about how Buffalo was able to return this season to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Buffalo Sabres News / Ball Exclusives / April 14

Sabres first-round tickets on pace to be most expensive on record

The Buffalo Sabres are playing in the playoffs for the first time since the 2010-11 season, and their ticket prices are skyrocketing. It is set to be one of the most expensive first-round tickets of all time.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / April 14

Goaltending will be key to Sabres’ success in playoffs

Congratulations to the Buffalo Sabres, who after a 14-year absence from the postseason, have made a resounding return to the Stanley Cup playoffs now that they’ve clinched top spot in the Atlantic Division.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 13

Sabres stomp Blackhawks, wrap up Atlantic Division crown

Tage Thompson scored twice and Alex Tuch had a goal and assist as the Buffalo Sabres clinched the Atlantic Division title with a 5-1 victory against the host Chicago Blackhawks on Monday.

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.

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.

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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.

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.