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Heading into a matchup against the Detroit Red Wings, the Buffalo Sabres knew that they would be in for a taxing battle on the ice. Prior to the game, the Red Wings were running on a stunning five-game winning streak.

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Sabres’ Goalie Sparkles in Debut After Starting Season on Waivers

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Colten Ellis made the most of his long-awaited opportunity to make his NHL debut. On Wednesday, the 25-year-old goaltender stood tall by making 27 saves and stopping several breakaways in Buffalo’s 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 4-2 Win Over the Red Wings

Though the Buffalo Sabres lost their last time out, things are starting to somewhat look up. After all, they beat the Ottawa Senators 8-4 and shutout the defending Stanley Cup champions in the previous two games.

Colten Ellis News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 22

Goalie Colten Ellis dazzles in NHL debut, backstops Sabres to win

BUFFALO – In the opening minutes of a goalie’s NHL debut, facing a shot or two and simply feeling the puck can help him calm any nerves and settle into the game.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / October 22

Sabres G Colten Ellis cools off Red Wings in NHL debut

Jack Quinn scored a go-ahead power-play goal early in the third period and Colten Ellis made 27 saves in his NHL debut, fueling the host Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Sabres End the Red Wings’ Win Streak in 4-2 Victory

The Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres squared off for the first time in the 2025-26 regular season in Buffalo tonight (Oct.22). The Red Wings entered the contest on a five-game win streak while the Sabres looked to get themselves rolling after struggling to start the season.

Colten Ellis News / Inside The Rink / October 22

Colten Ellis Set to Make NHL Debut Tonight for Buffalo Sabres

Tonight, the Buffalo Sabres will take on the Detroit Red Wings in Buffalo. The Sabres at practice today had Colten Ellis in the starter’s crease, signaling he would be making his NHL debut tonight.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

NHL Predictions: October 22nd Detroit Red Wings at Buffalo Sabres

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 21

Leafs' solution to Marner problem should be Sabres player

Maple Leafs' solution to Mitch Marner problem should be Sabres player demanding $11M

The Toronto Maple Leafs are still looking to add a power forward to reinforce their top six since the departure of Mitch Marner.

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Devon Levi News / Daily Faceoff / October 21

What will the Sabres do with Devon Levi?

When the Buffalo Sabres traded Sam Reinhart to the Florida Panthers back in 2021, goaltender Devon Levi was the prized prospect they received in return.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

Sabres assign starting goaltender on conditioning stint

Buffalo Sabres starting netminder Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will head to AHL Rochester on a conditioning stint, the club announced. The team also reassigned defenseman Zachary Jones to Rochester after recalling him on Sunday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 21

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-2 Loss to the Canadiens

After an abysmal three-game start to the 2025-26 season, the Buffalo Sabres suddenly have life. Lighting up the Ottawa Senators for eight goals and shutting out the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions will have that effect.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 21

Top Sabres Forward Drawing More Trade Interest

The Buffalo Sabres are trying again to end their NHL-longest playoff drought. Going on 15 seasons without making the postseason, the Sabres aim to rise in the Atlantic Division standings.

Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Why Sabres must not fire Lindy Ruff after nightmare start

It’s no secret that the Buffalo Sabres are currently mired in the longest postseason drought in the National Hockey League today. They haven’t played beyond the 82nd game of the regular season since the 2010-11 NHL campaign, a span of 14 years and counting.

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Tage Thompson News / Breakaway on SI / October 20

Sabres Star Hopes International Success Translates to NHL

The past calendar year has been an individual success for Buffalo Sabres star forward Tage Thompson. He scored 44 goals last season, the second time in his career to eclipse the 40-goal mark.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

Amazon Prime Monday Night Hockey: Buffalo Sabres vs Montreal Canadiens

Monday Night Hockey on Amazon Prime television continues today with an Atlantic Division clash featuring the Buffalo Sabres taking on the Montreal Canadiens. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Surging Sabres will try to throttle high-scoring Canadiens

The Buffalo Sabres seem to be finding their rhythm after starting the season with a three-game losing streak. Now, with two wins tucked away thanks to strong all-around efforts, they aim to make it three in a row when they visit the Montreal Canadiens on Monday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 19

Sabres recall two players from AHL

The Sabres have recalled defenseman Zachary Jones and center Noah Ostlund from AHL Rochester, per a team release.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Sabres News & Rumors: Doan, Lyon, Power, Danforth & Bryson

It was a night the Buffalo Sabres badly needed. After a shaky 1–3–0 start to the season, they came home to face the defending Stanley Cup champions and delivered one of their most complete performances in months — a 3–0 win over the Florida Panthers.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Big-Name Winger Presses Pause on Contract Talks, Rumors Swirl Around Oilers

Things can change quickly in the NHL. A team that looks unstoppable one week can suddenly fall apart the next, while a club that seems to be in crisis can string together a couple of wins and flip the narrative entirely.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 18

Brad Marchand steals and destroys opponent's helmet, again showing why he's NHL's most agitating player

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand is the NHL's biggest love-hate player.

Sabres hand Panthers fourth straight loss

Jaromir Jagr's Hall of Fame bid will have to wait

Better goaltending and familiarity have fueled the Avalanche's hot start

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Brandon Montour taking temporary leave of absence from Kraken

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 18

Sabres hand Panthers fourth straight loss

Josh Doan netted his first goals with Buffalo by producing two power-play markers, goaltender Alex Lyon denied all 32 Florida shots, and the Sabres blanked the visiting Panthers 3-0 on Saturday afternoon.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

Sabres forward out several weeks with lower-body injury

Sabres forward Justin Danforth will miss more than a month with the lower-body injury.

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Benson, Doan may be key to Sabres turnaround

The Buffalo Sabres earned their first win of the 2025-26 season Wednesday night, defeating the Ottawa Senators 8-4 in a game that saw forward Zach Benson, playing his first game of the season, recording four assists.

Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Alex Tuch Trade Rumors Keep Circling the Oilers as Sabres’ Struggles Continue

The Buffalo Sabres are only a few games into the new season, but frustration and uncertainty are already boiling over — and that’s created talk that some of the Sabres’ big names might be on the move, while also keeping the Alex Tuch-to-Edmonton rumors alive and well.

Josh Norris News / NHL Trade Talk / October 11

Sabres’ Josh Norris Suffers Injury Setback: Will Miss Signficant Time

The Buffalo Sabres received a tough early-season blow as forward Josh Norris is set to miss a “significant amount of time” with an upper-body injury, head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed this weekend.