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Thriving Sabres look to hand Leafs fifth straight loss

The Toronto Maple Leafs will try to salvage the finale of a disappointing five-game homestand Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres. The Maple Leafs fell to 0-3-1 on the homestand with Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche when they averted a shutout on Max Domi's power-play goal at 18:58 of the third period.

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Sabres On The Verge Of Big Decision With Alex Tuch

The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the NHL’s biggest surprises this season. It has been a long time since they have played this well, but it looks like they are finally going to clinch a playoff berth this season.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

NHL Predictions: Jan 27 Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Beck Malenstyn News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 26

Beck Malenstyn scoring, paying price physically to help Sabres win

TORONTO – By coach Lindy Ruff’s estimation, it happens at least twice each Buffalo Sabres game. Inevitably, heavy winger Beck Malenstyn makes a couple of under-the-radar plays, often paying a price physically.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 26

Sabres’ Josh Norris, Jacob Bryson day to day with injuries

BUFFALO – Sabres center Josh Norris, who has missed the last six games with an upper-body injury, is now day to day, coach Lindy Ruff said. “Josh is better,” Ruff said following Monday’s practice in LECOM Harborcenter.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Sabres Can Make Big Trade Deadline Splash by Landing 1 of 3 Big Names

It has been great to be a fan of the Buffalo Sabres of late. The winning streak is certainly at the heart of it but signing invaluable winger Josh Doan to an extension only added to the positive vibes.

Devon Levi News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Sabres’ Devon Levi makes local news debut as 'Rochester resident'

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi, currently on assignment with the American Hockey League (AHL) team, the Rochester Americans, became a local news feature during Sunday’s snowstorm.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 24

Sabres acquire Gavin Bayreuther from Hurricanes for Viktor Neuchev

The Buffalo Sabres have acquired defenseman Gavin Bayreuther from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for forward prospect Viktor Neuchev, the club announced Saturday afternoon.

Jason Zucker News / Field Level Media / January 24

Jason Zucker's 2-goal effort helps surging Sabres defeat Islanders

Jason Zucker scored twice Saturday afternoon and Alex Lyon stopped all 26 shots he faced Saturday afternoon for the Buffalo Sabres, who continued surging with a 5-0 win over the New York Islanders in Elmont, N.Y.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 23

Sabres Place Jacob Bryson On IR, Recall Zachary Jones

The Sabres placed defenseman Jacob Bryson on injured reserve Friday and recalled Zachary Jones from AHL Rochester to replace him on the active roster, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 23

Habs Fall Behind Early And Comeback Falls Short Against Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens lose 4-2 in a very important game against the Buffalo Sabres. After being down 3-0 early in the 2nd period, the Habs attempted a

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

Sabres Can Excel if They Fix Some Poor Trends

The Buffalo Sabres have been on an absolute roll as of late. Since the hiring of Jarmo Kekalainen as their new general manager, they have looked revitalized and have gone on a fantastic stretch of games, garnering a record of 14-3-1 since his arrival.

Josh Gorges News / Professor Press Box / January 23

From Undrafted to 783 NHL Games: The Rise of Josh Gorges and His Journey to the BC Hockey Hall of Fame

In the high-stakes world of the NHL, being "undrafted" is often perceived to be a polite way of being told you aren’t quite enough. For Josh Gorges, that label wasn't a roadblock; it was a catalyst.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

3 Takeaways from the Sabres 4-2 Win Over the Canadiens

Though the Sabres have not been 10-wins-in-a-row hot, they’ve been very good since the beginning of December. Since Dec. 9, the Sabres are 16-3-1, most recently having beaten the Nashville Predators on the road 5-3.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 22

Sabres close gap against Canadiens in road victory

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 32 saves to help the visiting Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 win against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday. Jason Zucker, Beck Malenstyn, Zach Benson and Peyton Krebs scored for the Sabres, who halted a two-game skid and moved within two points of Montreal for third in the Atlantic Division.

Jacob Bryson News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

Sabres’ Jacob Bryson leaves game vs. Canadiens with upper-body injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Jacob Bryson left Thursday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens and did not return after sustaining an upper-body injury, the club announced.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / January 22

The Habs Hosting The Sabres In Big Divisional Game

For the 2nd time in the last week, the Montreal Canadiens (28-15-7) will be taking on the Buffalo Sabres (27-17-5), but this time they will be on home ice.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

The surging Sabres should be trade deadline buyers

It feels like it was only yesterday that the Buffalo Sabres were back in their familiar spot at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. It certainly wasn’t long ago.

Josh Doan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 22

Josh Doan, Sabres contract grades for $48.65 million extension

The Buffalo Sabres are firmly in the playoff race, looking to erase a 14-season postseason drought. An offseason trade made by the now-fired Kevyn Adams has paid off in spades this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 22

Youth Impact Growing for Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have made a magical mid-season run, launching the organization into the packed Eastern Conference playoff race. The team was sitting in the last place spot in the Eastern Conference not long ago, and now they hold the first Wild Card spot as the halfway point of the regular season passes.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 21

Sabres sign forward Josh Doan to seven-year extension

Doan’s next extension will keep the forward in upstate New York through the 2032-33 NHL season, when he’ll be 31 years old.

Devils place Luke Hughes on LTIR

Kraken are open to trading Shane Wright

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Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / January 18

Can the Sabres finally end their playoff drought?

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Sabres forward Josh Norris to miss time with upper-body injury

Flames trade defenseman Rasmus Andersson to Golden Knights

Predators’ Steven Stamkos fined for unsportsmanlike conduct

Senators’ Jake Sanderson opens up about Leevi Merilainen’s struggles

Maple Leafs are at a crossroads

Tage Thompson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 16

Sabres’ Tage Thompson drops truth bomb after scoring 200th career NHL goal

Tage Thompson had a huge night, scoring three goals and adding two assists to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday at KeyBank Center.

Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / January 16

The Buffalo Sabres’ Fierce Play Could End 14-Year Playoff Drought

The Buffalo Sabres entered the 2025-26 season with modest expectations, yet their performance has exceeded predictions. Their recent success can be attributed to several factors, particularly their strong play over the past few weeks.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / January 15

Sabres Might Just Be For Real

The Buffalo Sabres are one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now. Winners of 14 out of their last 16 games, the team has quickly leapt from bottom of the Eastern Conference standings to owners of one of the Wild Card spots, and still climbing.

Buffalo Sabres News / Total Apex Sports / January 12

Buffalo Sabres to Host 2026 NHL Draft: Everything You Need to Know

The Buffalo Sabres are drawing attention after multiple reports confirmed the franchise has been selected to host the 2026 NHL Draft. Here is what happened, why it matters for the city, and what comes next for the organization as they prepare for the league’s premier offseason event.