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Sabres Place Olen Zellweger On IR, Recall Dennis Gilbert

The Buffalo Sabres announced today that defenseman Olen Zellweger has been placed on injured reserve as he deals with a concussion. In a corresponding move, the Sabres recalled defenseman Dennis Gilbert from their AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans.

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Sabres’ Olen Zellweger placed on injured reserve; Dennis Gilbert recalled

The Buffalo Sabres won’t have defenseman Olen Zellweger to start the 2026-27 NHL season, as the 29-year-old was ruled out of Thursday’s season-opening game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Zellweger remained absent from practices due to concussion protocol and was officially ruled out Thursday morning.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 1

A player at each position who'll decide the Buffalo Sabres' 2026-27 fate

The Buffalo Sabres open their 2026-27 schedule Thursday night with a road trip to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. Expectations are much higher ahead of the new campaign after the organization finally turned a corner toward championship contention last year.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / October 1

3 Buffalo Sabres who must step up to end a frustrating season opener streak

The Buffalo Sabres are set to begin the 2026-27 season with a road game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They are set to try and accomplish something they haven't had the chance to do since the 2011-12 season, and that is to make the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Konsta Helenius News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 30

Confidence, special ability to meet big moments make Sabres rookie Konsta Helenius unique talent

BUFFALO – When he hopped inside Sami Pajari’s Toyota Yaris in July, Sabres rookie Konsta Helenius figured the Finnish rally car driver would navigate a bit slower than usual through the rough terrain of the forest with a guest aboard.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Sabres feature surprising line combinations in practice ahead of season opener

The Buffalo Sabres were hit with a string of bad luck throughout the preseason, as it felt like every game there were multiple players who were leaving due to injuries.

NHL News / Field Level Media / September 30

No longer 'surprise' team, Sabres open season against new-look Blue Jackets

The start of last season looked like it might be another disappointing one for the Buffalo Sabres. They opened with three straight losses and won only four of their first 11 games in October.

Jessica Pegula opens door to future role with Buffalo Bills: 'I always thought that I wanted to be in the sporting world'

Jessica Pegula has admitted that she could one day take on a role running the Buffalo Bills, opening the door to a future in sports management after her tennis career.

Olen Zellweger News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 30

With Olen Zellweger out, Sabres could recall defenseman for opener

BUFFALO – Mattias Samuelsson practiced Wednesday and is expected to play in Thursday’s season opener in Columbus. Meanwhile, newcomer Olen Zellweger missed the session and won’t face the Blue Jackets, Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.

Louis Crevier News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Sabres should make an early contract extension bet on Louis Crevier

A new face may be skating alongside Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin on the team's top pair in Thursday night's season-opening game against the Columbus Blue Jackets: Louis Crevier.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Ranking Buffalo Sabres' best free-agent targets if offense sputters early

Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen decided to give the organization's next wave of young forwards, a group headlined by Jiri Kulich, Noah Ostlund and Konsta Helenius, a golden opportunity to prove themselves following the departure of Alex Tuch.

Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Former Sabres light up the scoreboard during NHL's Opening Night

It was a fruitful NHL Opening Night if you once played for the Buffalo Sabres. Four players who once donned a Blue and Gold jersey lit the lamp in their first games of the 2026-27 season, including one who departed the organization this summer.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Sabre Noise / September 30

Sabres are on the clock, but this season isn’t Stanley Cup or bust

The Buffalo Sabres didn’t just officially make it out of their rebuild last season. They exceeded expectations by reaching the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Conor Sheary News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 29

Sabres Place Conor Sheary On Waivers

Despite never filling a major lineup role, veteran winger Conor Sheary was once a lock to stick in the NHL lineup. Those days seem past, as Sheary has been placed on waivers by the Buffalo Sabres ahead of his 14th professional season per PuckPedia.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / September 29

Leafs, Sabres will swap playoff spots

The start of the NHL season is upon us, and the Atlantic Division stands out above the rest as being particularly ripe with intriguing storylines for all eight teams.

Mattias Samuelsson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / September 29

Mattias Samuelsson might be ready for opener; Sabres make roster move

BUFFALO – Injured Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson could play in Thursday’s season opener against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Samuelsson, who suffered a lower-body injury blocking a shot in the second preseason game, skated on his own Tuesday and could practice with the Sabres on Wednesday, coach Lindy Ruff said.

Jiri Kulich News / Sabre Noise / September 29

Buffalo Sabres are traveling down a questionable path with Jiri Kulich

One year ago, the Buffalo Sabres were hopeful Jiri Kulich was about to end the club's long-term search for a first-line center. Then he suffered a blood clot that forced him to miss a vast majority of last season and delayed his development at a crucial stage.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Sabres Announce the 2026-27 Opening Night Roster

With the 2026-27 NHL season set to begin on Tuesday night, all 32 teams had to submit their opening-night rosters by 5 pm ET on Monday, including the Buffalo Sabres, who announced their opening-night lineup on Monday afternoon.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Sabres Could Set Up Big Season with Hot Start in the Face of Injuries

Setting expectations for the 2026-27 Buffalo Sabres has been a difficult task. After all the changes during the offseason, most still had a positive outlook for what this team could do in the season to come.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Sabres’ Power Play Has to Be a Success in 2026-27

The Buffalo Sabres are going to have more stiff competition this season. As the Atlantic division is shaping up to be arguably the most competitive in the entire league, they will be fighting tooth and nail for every single point.

Alex Lyon News / Daily Faceoff / September 24

Sabres’ Alex Lyon leaves preseason game with shoulder injury

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon left Thursday’s preseason game against the Detroit Red Wings with a shoulder injury. Lyon appeared to suffer the injury while reaching for a loose puck during the first period.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 24

Sabres’ blue line hit hard by 2 key injuries ahead of opening night

The Buffalo Sabres open their 2026-27 regular-season against the Columbus Blue Jackets in exactly a week’s time, and they could be without two key pieces of their defensive unit for the opening contest.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / September 23

Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson out week-to-week; Olen Zellweger in concussion protocol

It appears the Buffalo Sabres could be starting their season without a couple of key blueliners. On Wednesday, Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed that defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is out week-to-week with a lower-body injury, and defenseman Olen Zellweger is in concussion protocol.