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On YouTubeUkko-Pekka Luukkonen News / Daily Faceoff / May 12
Sabres’ Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to start Game 4 against Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres are making an important change in their lineup ahead of a crucial game in la belle province. It was announced that goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be getting the start against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4 of the Atlantic Division Final, which is set for Tuesday night.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 12
Sabres Do Not Need To Panic Going Into Game 4
It would be very easy for the Buffalo Sabres to start making excuses now and panic that they find themselves trailing in a series for the first time this postseason.
The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 11
Sabres out to overcome 'self-inflicted' issues, pull even vs. Habs
The Buffalo Sabres know they have not been at the level that helped them get to the top of the Atlantic Division in the regular season. After winning Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Montreal Canadiens, the Sabres fell 5-1 in Game 2 before a 6-2 setback in Game 3 on Sunday.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 11
Even after two ugly losses, Sabres still in good shape against Canadiens: ‘I’m really confident in the group’ 
MONTREAL – It’s not just that the Buffalo Sabres lost two straight games to the Canadiens and fell behind in the best-of-seven series. Oh no. It’s how they dropped those contests.
Lindy Ruff News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 11
As struggling Sabres look for answers, Lindy Ruff could change lineup
MONTREAL – In October, just a few games into the season, Sabres coach Lindy Ruff might offer little or no information about his lineup. So right now, in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, he’s not going to divulge anything.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 11
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Series vs Canadiens Continues & Much More
Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of May 11 – May 18, 2026. The Sabres kicked off their second-round matchup against the Montreal Canadiens last Wednesday.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
3 Sabres most to blame for Game 3 loss to Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres have fallen behind in their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Montreal Canadiens. The Sabres fell 6-2 on Sunday, in a game that the team did not play disciplined.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / May 11
Habs Dominate Sabres In Game 3 to Take A 2-1 Series Lead
The Montreal Canadiens had another dominant performance in Game 3 as they beat the Buffalo Sabres 6-2 to win consecutive games for the first time these playoffs.
Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
Sabres HC Lindy Ruff gives Canadiens their flowers after 6-2 loss
The Buffalo Sabres suffered a 6-2 defeat against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 3 on Sunday night at Bell Centre. The loss gave Montreal a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Second Round series after the Canadiens secured back-to-back victories for the first time this postseason.
Alex Lyon News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 11
Alex Lyon’s ‘dangerous’ Canadiens message after Sabres’ Game 3 loss
The Buffalo Sabres dropped Game 3 against the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night. The Sabres scored first thanks to Tage Thompson snapping a goal drought that lasted nearly a month.
Tage Thompson News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / May 11
Sabres implode after fast start in loss to Canadiens, fall behind in series: ‘Some adversity for us’
MONTREAL – Center Tage Thompson sat at his stall on Sunday, sounding unshaken as he calmly answered questions from a throng of reporters following the Buffalo Sabres’ ugly 6-2 loss to the Canadiens.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 11
Winners, losers from Sunday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Canadiens dominate; Ducks get even
The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Sunday night with the Montreal Canadiens taking a 2-1 series lead over the Buffalo Sabres and the Anaheim Ducks getting even with the Vegas Golden Knights.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / May 9
Sabres, Habs knotted at a game apiece as series heads north
The Buffalo Sabres know they have to be much better with the puck Sunday night as their second-round series shifts north to Montreal for Game 3, all square at one game apiece with the Canadiens.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / May 9
Habs Get Dominant Win Over Sabres In Game 2
After losing Game 1, the Montreal Canadiens dominated Game 2 with a 5-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres to tie the series. The Habs were led by Alex Newhook, who scored two goals to help them get their first win of the playoffs by more than a single goal.
Sam Carrick News / Daily Faceoff / May 9
Sabres’ Sam Carrick available for Game 3 against Canadiens
Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff announced on Saturday that center Sam Carrick is available for Game 3 against the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday. Carrick has missed the last 15 games, including all of the Stanley Cup Playoffs so far, with an arm injury.
Zach Benson News / Daily Faceoff / May 8
Sabres’ Zach Benson is the perfect blueprint for what a smaller NHLer should be
BUFFALO – “We wish we took him.” That’s what one scout texted after watching Benson score a goal and an assist to help eliminate the Boston Bruins on May 1.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 7
Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin Deserves to Win the Bill Masterton Trophy
The NHL announced its finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy on Monday, with Sabres’ defenseman Rasmus Dahlin being one of them, joining Jonathan Toews and Gabriel Landeskog.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Sabres no longer look overwhelmed on home ice
The Buffalo Sabres won the first game of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens with a 4-2 victory Wednesday night. Ryan McLeod and Josh Doan scored for the Sabres while Alex Lyon made 26 saves to get the win.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 7
Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Alex Lyon stays hot for Sabres
The second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Wednesday night with the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks both picking up wins. Let's dig a little deeper into both of those games and pick out the biggest winners and losers from the night.
Buffalo Sabres News / Stadium Rant / May 6
Buffalo Sabres Next Playoff Hurdle: The Last Canadian Team
The Buffalo Sabres face the Montreal Canadiens in Round Two of the playoffs. The Buffalo Sabres finished off the Boston Bruins in Game Six and advanced to Round Two.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Sick Podcast / May 6
The Puck Drops Tonight For Habs VS. Sabres Series
While all the other 2nd round series have already started, the Montreal Canadiens will finally get theirs underway tonight against the Buffalo Sabres.
Sam Carrick News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Sabres Announce Sam Carrick News Before Game 1 vs. Canadiens
The Buffalo Sabres are set to face off against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday night in Game 1 of the second round. The Sabres will be looking to start the series on the right foot by defeating the Habs at home.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 3
Sabres’ Noah Ostlund, Sam Carrick Expected To Miss Second Round
The Buffalo Sabres expect to be without centers Noah Ostlund and Sam Carrick for their upcoming second-round series, head coach Lindy Ruff announced today.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Sabres continue historic season with first playoff series win in 19 years
Ending a long drought just to get into the playoffs, the Buffalo Sabres take their historic season one step further on Friday night.
Noah Ostlund News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29
Sabres’ Noah Ostlund Suffers Lower-Body Injury
Buffalo Sabres forward Noah Östlund was knocked out of the team’s game five loss to the Boston Bruins with a lower-body injury, the team announced last night.
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