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The Buffalo Sabres have one of the largest postseason droughts in all of sports, and it's been a tough decade-plus for this organization. The team hasn't qualified for the playoffs since the 2010-11 season, and there isn't a lot of hope here.

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ECHL: Brandon Fortunato Heads Overseas

Defenseman Brandon Fortunato is heading overseas to Italy to join Cortina in the Alps Hockey League. Fortunato,29, last played during the 2023-24 season with the Jacksonville Icemen.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Sabres sign final RFA to 2-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres got their last significant piece of business finished up on Thursday, signing restricted free agent goaltender Devon Levi to a two-year contract extension worth $1.625 million.

Devon Levi News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

Sabres Re-Sign Devon Levi To Short Term 'Prove It' Deal

The Buffalo Sabres had a handful of restricted free agents to re-sign this summer, including young goaltender Devon Levi, who held out until Thursday. The 23-year-old has been through the ringer since he made his NHL debut on March 31, 2023, and though his stats have not been spectacular, he has shown that he can perform in the right environment.

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Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / July 31

Trade Idea Sees Leafs Acquire Sabres Sniper at Trade Deadline

With Mitch Marner gone and several names added by general manager Brad Treliving, the Toronto Maple Leafs may be pressing pause on any further moves. That said, depending on how the season unfolds for several teams, action could pick up midseason, with the NHL trade deadline becoming an important time for Toronto.

Devon Levi News / Last Word On Sports / July 31

Sabres Sign RFA Goaltender Devon Levi

The goalie who came over in the Sam Reinhart trade with the Florida Panthers has been given a two-year contract extension. Devon Levi‘s contract will keep him with the Sabres and the Rochester Americans under an average annual value of $812,500 for the next two years.

Devon Levi News / NHL Trade Talk / July 31

Sabres Challenge Devon Levi to Prove He’s NHL-Ready with 2-Yr Deal

The Buffalo Sabres have inked goaltender Devon Levi to a two-year contract worth an average annual value of $812,500—a clear “prove-it” deal for the 23-year-old netminder.

Devon Levi News / Daily Faceoff / July 31

Sabres sign Devon Levi to two-year contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Thursday that the club has signed goaltender Devon Levi to a two-year contract extension worth $812,500 per season. Through 42 appearances last season with the AHL affiliated Rochester Americans, Levi went 25-13-4 with a .919 save percentage, 2.20 goals-against average, and seven shutouts.

Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / July 31

Buffalo Sabres Facing Mockery on Social Media After Low-Budget Announcement

The Buffalo Sabres held a major press conference on Wednesday, and now they're facing ridicule online after the incredibly anti-climactic revelation. For

Kevyn Adams News / The Hockey Writers / July 30

Grading Kevyn Adams’ 2025 Offseason for the Buffalo Sabres

With hopes of breaking the longest playoff drought in NHL history (14 seasons), everyone thought that Buffalo Sabres general manager (GM) Kevyn Adams would be aggressive in adding pieces this offseason to help the team compete for a playoff spot in 2025-26.

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Buffalo Sabres News / ESPN / July 30

Sabres, KeyBank Center extend arena rights deal

The Buffalo Sabres' home arena will continue being called the KeyBank Center after the two sides announced a 10-year naming rights extension.

Conor Timmins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Grading Conor Timmins’ 2-year, $4.4 million contract with Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres signed defenseman Conor Timmins to a two-year contract on Sunday, which carries a $2.2 million cap hit. Timmins was acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins in June, as part of a trade that sent Connor Clifton the other way.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

Buffalo Sabres’ 3 Worst Contracts for 2025-26

After going over the best contracts the Buffalo Sabres have on the books for the 2025-26 season, it’s time to take a look at the deals that deserve more criticism.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Sabres’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

The Buffalo Sabres have missed the playoffs for 14 straight years. That ties them for the longest playoff drought in the Big Four American professional sports with the New York Jets.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / July 27

Sabres Avoid Arbitration and Sign Depth Defenceman

Conor Timmins has signed a two year contract with the Buffalo Sabres. Timmins contract will be at a $2.2 million average annual value. This is likely the final signing for the Sabres this offseason.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 27

Sabres sign recent Penguins trade acquisition to 2-year contract

The Buffalo Sabres have just one restricted free agent left to sign after the team announced a two-year, $4.4 million contract for recent trade acquisition Conor Timmins on Sunday.

Conor Timmins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27

Sabres Sign Conor Timmins To Two-Year Deal

The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Conor Timmins to a two-year, $4.4MM contract per a team release. Michael Augello of The Hockey News first reported the move.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

Sabres sign Connor Timmins to two-year contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Sunday that they have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with right-handed defenseman Connor Timmins. The Sabres previously acquired Timmins back in June in a deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins that sent a second-round draft pick and Connor Clifton the other way.

Conor Timmins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 25

Sabres, RFA defenseman not close on new contract

The Sabres and restricted free agent defenseman Conor Timmins are not close on a new contract with his arbitration hearing eight days away, according to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 26

10 worst moves the Buffalo Sabres have made during their playoff drought

When a team hasn’t made the playoffs for two or three years, that’s a retool or the start of a rebuild. When it’s been five to 10 years, that’s usually a rebuild with a bit of bad luck in the draft.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / July 20

Sabres Winger Leads Eastern Conference Offensive Breakout Candidates

The Buffalo Sabres are hoping this is finally the season that ends their miserable postseason drought. The shook up the roster again with the hopes of rising in the loaded Atlantic Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / July 19

A Concern at the League Level': Buffalo Sabres' Struggles May Lead to Difficult Ultimatum

The NHL is reportedly getting concerned about the struggles of the Buffalo Sabres, who have now missed the postseason in each of the last 14 years. The Buffalo Sabres have not appeared in the Stanley Cup Playoffs since April of 2011, which is now 14 years ago.

Bowen Byram News / Athlon Sports / July 19