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Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Mattias Samuelsson

When it comes to polarizing seasons, the poster child for it on the Buffalo Sabres is probably defenseman Mattias Samuelsson for the 2024-25 season. Despite having good numbers, improvements in multiple categories, and being used in a role more suited to him, he still found a way to be on the wrong side of the opinions of fans.

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Sabres 3-round 2025 NHL Mock Draft after 2024-25 season

The Buffalo Sabres missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again. Buffalo had Stanley Cup ambitions entering the 2024-25 season. But they never came close to achieving their goals.

James Reimer News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 29

After ending season on tear, will Sabres’ James Reimer retire or keep playing?

BUFFALO – James Reimer’s superb goaltending down the stretch for the Sabres showed he possesses the talent to return for his 16th season. Even at 37, an advanced age, he ranked among the NHL’s hottest netminders, compiling a gaudy 8-2-0 record from March 23 until the season ended, including a career-long seven-game winning streak.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Buffalo Sabres’ 2025 Offseason Checklist

The Buffalo Sabres entered last offseason with a clear plan. With Lindy Ruff returning as head coach — his first time behind the Sabres’ bench since 2012 — the emphasis was placed on one thing: speed.

NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

NHL Rumors: Byram, Sabres, Quenneville, Ducks, Flames

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Buffalo Sabres leaning more toward signing or trading defenseman Bowen Byram? He wants to stay, but is that the right move for the team?

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 27

Sabres prospect Devon Levi, Jiri Kulich star as Rochester Amerks grab 2-0 lead

Don’t let the 4-0 final fool you. For much of Sunday afternoon, the Americans held a tenuous grip on a one-goal lead against the Syracuse Crunch. After rookie winger Konsta Helenius put them up early, the Amerks could’ve unraveled in the second period of Game 2 of their AHL North Division semifinal series.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Rumors / April 27

NHL Rumors: Will Bowen Byram and Mattias Samuelsson be Back With the Buffalo Sabres?

Bill Hoppe of Buffalo Hockey Beat: 23-year-old Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram had a breakout season with 31 assists and 38 points. He averaged 22:42 in ice time per game.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

What Went Wrong for the Sabres This Season

For the 14th year in a row, the Sabres failed to make the playoffs. Although it wasn’t all bad, more things went wrong than right. The Sabres went into the season with one goal: make the playoffs.

Brendan Warren News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 26

Fourth-liners Brendan Warren, Riley Fiddler-Schultz help Rochester Amerks rally to win playoff opener

Mike Leone played at three colleges and grinded in the minors and Europe for three seasons before beginning the next phase of his hockey life. So the Americans coach has a soft spot for his depth players who have battled and waited for their opportunities.

Tyson Kozak News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 25

After run with Sabres, ‘Mr. Responsible’ Tyson Kozak hopes to impact Rochester

Center Tyson Kozak’s latest stint with the Americans could be his last one. Having recently impressed the Sabres during a 21-game look, he appears ready to graduate to Buffalo next season and earn full-time duty.

Zach Benson News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Zach Benson

While a majority of the Buffalo Sabres roster may have underperformed as a whole, by individualistic standards and statistics, many of them had very good seasons.

Tage Thompson News / Daily Faceoff / April 24

Tage Thompson, Matty Beniers highlight USA’s initial roster for 2025 World Championship

Several of the top American-born players are set to represent their country next month. On Thursday, USA Hockey released its initial roster for the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Season Awards

The Buffalo Sabres’ 2024-2025 season has officially come to an end. They closed things out on a positive note with a 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night.

Owen Power News / Last Word On Sports / April 19

Sabres First Overall Pick Will Not Need Knee Surgery

A awkward collision knocked Owen Power out of the regular season. Today it was announced he will not require surgery. Power will still take around 2 months to fully recover from the injury.

Alex Tuch News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18

Alex Tuch discusses possible extension with Sabres

Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch is scheduled to hit unrestricted free agency following the 2025-26 season.

Lindy Ruff earns 900th victory in Sabres’ win over Flyers

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

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

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / April 18

What Went Right for the Sabres This Season

The 2024-2025 Buffalo Sabres season is one that fans will want to forget. The result: a 14th straight year of missing the playoffs. General manager Kevyn Adams announced last summer the team was in “win mode now.” They finished with 79 regular season points and a 36-39-7 record.

Jiri Kulich News / Blade of Steel / April 18

Buffalo Sabres' Jiri Kulich Injures Referee With Hard Accidental Shot

During last night's Sabres-Flyers game, Buffalo's Jiri Kulich took a shot that completely missed the net and went straight for the referee, injuring him quite badly.

Lindy Ruff News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Sabres Make Lindy Ruff Announcement After Season Finale

The Buffalo Sabres failed to secure a ticket to the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, but at least they punctuated their 2024-25 campaign on a positive note, beating the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night via a score of 5-4 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 17

Sabres give Lindy Ruff 900th win in finale

Ryan McLeod collected a goal and two assists to help lift the host Buffalo Sabres to a 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday in the regular-season finale for both teams.

Isak Rosen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Sabres recall Isak Rosen

The Sabres have recalled winger Isak Rosen from AHL Rochester for their final two regular-season games, per the AHL’s transaction logs. He comes up with Beck Malenstyn likely done for the year with an undisclosed injury, relays NHL.com’s Heather Engel.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 13

3 early Sabres trade candidates after 2025 playoff elimination

The Buffalo Sabres are going to miss the playoffs for the 14th consecutive season. They thought they were powering out of their second rebuild of the drought when they finished ninth in 2022-23.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10

3 early predictions for Sabres offseason after 2025 playoff elimination

The Buffalo Sabres were officially eliminated from playoff contention this week. There was hope that the Sabres would be able to take a step this season, to get back towards the postseason.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / April 8

Sabres Extend NHL-Leading Playoff Drought

The Buffalo Sabres will miss the postseason for the 14th straight season, extending their NHL-leading playoff drought. Despite winning over the Carolina Hurricanes, a Montreal Canadiens victory mathematically eliminated the Sabres from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Tage Thompson News / Field Level Media / April 7

Sabres' Tage Thompson aims to keep hot streak going vs. Canes

While a more prominent jumbo-sized sniper has been setting records and getting a lot of attention lately, Tage Thompson is quietly on an impressive run himself.

Topias Leinonen News / Daily Faceoff / March 28

Sabres sign Topias Leinonen to entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Friday that the club has signed goaltender Topias Leinonen to a three-year, entry-level contract to begin in the upcoming 2025-26 campaign.

John Tortorella News / Yardbarker / March 27

John Tortorella joins crowded field of potential offseason NHL coaching candidates

John Tortorella's firing Thursday as Flyers head coach this close to the end of the regular season serves as the start of the offseason in Philadelphia.

What's next for John Tortorella following Flyers exit?

Can all seven get in? Ranking the likelihood of each Canadian NHL team to make the playoffs

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Sabres sign forward prospect to entry-level deal

The Sabres have signed forward Tyler Kopff to a two-year, entry-level contract beginning with the 2025-26 season, per a club announcement.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 15

Golden Knights' attempt at revenge goal for Jack Eichel backfires

Watch: Golden Knights lose game after trying to get revenge goal for Jack Eichel

The Vegas Golden Knights dropped a 4-3 shootout decision to the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday afternoon, a result that had to be frustrating enough for the Golden Knights given that Buffalo is one of the league's worst teams.

Jack Eichel sets Golden Knights’ single season points record

Golden Knights sign steady goaltender to six-year extension

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

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

Buffalo Sabres News / Blade of Steel / March 14