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Oilers Have Made Multiple Attempts To Acquire Alex Lyon

The Oilers have called the Sabres “a couple of times in recent weeks” about the availability of goaltender Alex Lyon, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said on Friday’s “32 Thoughts” podcast.

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Sabres’ Tyson Kozak could play against Islanders; Connor Timmins ‘steady’ D before breaking leg

BUFFALO – Sabres center Tyson Kozak, who left Thursday’s 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers with an upper-body injury, is questionable for Saturday afternoon’s home game against the New York Islanders, coach Lindy Ruff said.

Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / December 19

Why Sabres’ Alex Lyon could be a good fit for the Oilers

Edmonton Oilers’ fans held their breath Thursday night as goaltender Tristan Jarry left during the second period of their game against the Boston Bruins with a lower-body injury.

Konsta Helenius News / Daily Faceoff / December 19

Sabres’ Konsta Helenius won’t be loaned out to Finland’s World Junior team

One of the top young stars coming out of Finland isn’t being allowed to represent his country at one of hockey’s biggest tournaments. According to a report from Kiekk Uutiset in Finland, Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen confirmed the team won’t loan forward Konsta Helenius to Team Finland for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 19

3 Takeaways from Sabres’ 5-3 Win Over the Flyers

It felt like a new era on Thursday night when the Buffalo Sabres hosted the Philadelphia Flyers. General Manager Kevyn Adams was shown the door and his replacement, Jarmo Kekalainen, is expected to make some aggressive moves to get this team over the hump this season.

Conor Timmins News / Field Level Media / December 19

Sabres D Conor Timmins breaks leg, out 6-8 weeks

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Conor Timmins is expected to miss six to eight weeks after breaking his left leg in the third period of a 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, head coach Lindy Ruff announced.

Conor Timmins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 19

Sabres’ Conor Timmins Out Multiple Weeks With Broken Leg

After last night’s win over the Philadelphia Flyers, the Buffalo Sabres announced that defenseman Conor Timmins would miss the next six to eight weeks with a broken leg.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / December 19

Sabres Defender Injured in Win over Flyers, Will Miss Significant Time

The Sabres will be down one of their depth defenders for about six-to-eight weeks. Conor Timmins was injured in Thursday’s win over the Flyers. Per head coach Lindy Ruff, Timmins broke his leg with 5:20 left in the second period of the game.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / December 19

Sabres New GM Jarmo Kekäläinen Must Make This Move

The Buffalo Sabres made the overdue call to fire general manager Kevyn Adams. Over five years in the position, the organization continued their playoff drought.

Conor Timmins News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / December 19

Sabres win fourth straight, rally to beat Flyers in Jarmo Kekalainen’s first game as GM; Conor Timmins breaks leg

BUFFALO – From his seat in the press box high above the KeyBank Center ice, Jarmo Kekalainen couldn’t have liked what he saw in the opening 30 or so minutes of his first game as Sabres general manager.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / December 18

Sabres’ Timmins out 6-8 weeks with broken leg, Kozak also leaves game with upper-body injury

The Buffalo Sabres took two blows to their lineup on Thursday, as forward Tyson Kozak and defenseman Conor Timmins left their 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers with injuries, with Timmins injury revealed to be a broken leg that will keep him out for 6-8 weeks.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 18

Sabres extend winning streak to 4 with triumph over Flyers

The Buffalo Sabres extended their season-high winning streak to four games with a 5-3 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday. Jack Quinn, Tage Thompson, Noah Ostlund, Josh Norris, and Ryan McLeod all scored for Buffalo.

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Expect New Sabres GM Kekalainen to Be Very Aggressive in Making Moves

On Monday, the Buffalo Sabres fired Kevyn Adams as the team’s general manager (GM), replacing him with former Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen, whom the Sabres brought in over the offseason as an advisor to Adams.

Michael Kesselring News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 18

Sabres Activate Michael Kesselring From Injured Reserve

The Sabres have activated defenseman Michael Kesselring from injured reserve as expected, per Heather Engel of NHL.com. They had an open roster spot after assigning Isak Rosen to AHL Rochester on Tuesday, so no corresponding transaction is required.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / December 18

When will Jarmo Kekalainen make his first move with the Sabres?

The Buffalo Sabres have been stuck in another season that looks like it is heading to an end without the playoffs for the 15th straight year, lasting making

Michael Kesselring News / Daily Faceoff / December 18

Sabres’ Michael Kesselring to return after missing month due to injury

The Buffalo Sabres will get a boost to their blue line Thursday night against the Philadelphia Flyers as Michael Kesselring returns to the lineup after missing a month due to injury.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / December 18

Sabres goalie Colten Ellis healthy; Conor Timmins to be game-time decision

BUFFALO – The Sabres have three healthy goalies again. Rookie Colten Ellis rejoined his teammates for this morning’s pregame skate after clearing concussion protocol.

Buffalo Sabres News / Two in the Box / December 18

Job One for Jarmo Kekäläinen: End the Three Goalie Rotation

Jarmo Kekäläinen has a lot of work to do. First up better be figuring out the two goalies he wants to move forward with. Kekäläinen was asked about his goaltenders in his introductory press conference and he didn’t beat around the bush.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 17

Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin’s eye-opening reaction to Kevyn Adams firing

The Buffalo Sabres made a big change on Monday, firing general manager Kevyn Adams. He was replaced by Jarmo Kekalainen, who joined the team in the offseason as an advisor.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17

Insider Floats Controversial Coaching Reunion with Kekalainen Reunion Buffalo

The NHL just can’t seem to get rid of John Tortorella. Less than one year removed from being fired as head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, the veteran bench boss has once again found his name circulating in the rumor mill—this time thanks to recent front-office changes with the Buffalo Sabres.

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / December 17

New Sabres GM Faces ‘Delusional’ Label Over Strong Message

New Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen used his first media session on Tuesday to outline the expectations for the franchise. The Sabres have not reached the Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2011, and they enter Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers at 14–14–4, last in the Eastern Conference.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / December 17

Sabres GM Kekalainen Can Make Quick Impact With 3 Simple Moves

At the start of this week, the Buffalo Sabres’ fanbase was greeted with some of the biggest news that they have had in a long time. Kevyn Adams, their longest-tenured general manager (GM) since Darcy Regier, was relieved of his duties and former Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen was hired in his stead to replace him.

Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17