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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 / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 17

Lindy Ruff records 900th win as Sabres close season; James Reimer has injury scare with skate blade

BUFFALO – As his 900th NHL win approached, Sabres coach Lindy Ruff refused to give it any thought, saying he could care less. The Sabres brought the franchise legend back this season to help them earn that elusive playoff berth.

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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 / Field Level Media / April 8

James Reimer stops 33 shots as Sabres blank Hurricanes

James Reimer made 33 saves for his first shutout of the season and the 31st of his career in the host Buffalo Sabres' 3-0 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 7

Sabres’ James Reimer becomes NHL’s hottest goalie at end of odd season

BUFFALO – Following a one-game rest, the Sabres could turn to goalie James Reimer again Tuesday, awarding him his seventh start in the last nine contests.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 1

Sabres expected to go with hot goalie again, start James Reimer

OTTAWA – Right now, Buffalo Sabres veteran James Reimer, having won four straight starts, is one of the NHL’s hottest goalies. So forget the Sabres signed Reimer to occasionally spell Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Reimer Strong as Sabres Take Down Jets 5-3

The Buffalo Sabres (28-35-6) came into Canada Life Centre to face the Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets on Sunday afternoon (Mar. 23) and weathered a strong Jets attack, winning 5-3.

NHL News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 21

Toronto Fans Caught Heckling Ex-Maple Leafs Goalie James Reimer in Win over Sabres

Goaltender James Reimer, formerly of the Maple Leafs, was shown no mercy from fans Friday night as his Buffalo Sabres were dealt yet another loss. The last time these two teams met, the Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off a 5-3 comeback win over the Sabres, who were already mired in a lengthy losing skid.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 15

NHL Predictions: Dec 15 Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in.

NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Now / December 1

Offense Non-Existent in Sabres' Shutout Loss to Islanders

The Buffalo Sabres were unable to generate enough dangerous chances to beat Ilya Sorokin and the New York Islanders in their 3-0 loss. The Sabres recorded 29 shots on goal but only had 1.95 expected goals in the game, per Evolving-Hockey.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Now / November 29

3 Sabres Things to Be Thankful For

22 games into the 2024-2025 NHL season, the Buffalo Sabres are one point out of a Wild Card spot. Thanksgiving Day is a perennial benchmark in a team’s outlook, as 77% of the NHL teams sitting in a playoff position end up qualifying for the postseason.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / November 13

Former Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender claimed by divisional rival

He has made a name for himself as a reliable backup who can help any team in a pinch.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 13

Sabres claim James Reimer off waivers from Ducks

The Buffalo Sabres may finally get a chance to see James Reimer play in net for their team, as they have claimed the goaltender off of waivers. The Sabres bring in Reimer after signing him in the offseason with the expectation of acting as veteran depth in the crease behind Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Devon Levi.

Anaheim Ducks News / Oilersnation / November 12

NHL Notebook: Ducks place James Reimer on waivers

Seven individuals were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Monday. Five players and two builders entered the HHoF, most notably Pavel Datsyuk. The Russian centre was selected by former Oilers’ general manager Ken Holland in the sixth round of the 1998 draft and scored 314 goals and 918 points in 953 career games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / November 12

Former Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltender Placed on Waivers

James Reimer, who backstopped the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2010-2016, has made a solid career for himself, though it hit a bump as he was placed on waivers by Anaheim.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Ducks claim veteran G James Reimer off waivers

The Anaheim Ducks claimed veteran goaltender James Reimer off waivers from the Buffalo Sabres on Monday. Reimer, 36, had signed a one-year deal for $1 million with the Sabres in free agency on July 2.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Buffalo Sabres Sign Reliable, Veteran Goaltender

The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to terms on unrestricted free agent goaltender James Reimer, as he signs a contract with the club. It is a one-year deal, worth $1 million.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Sabres sign James Reimer to one-year, $1M contract

It looks like Western New York has some more assurance between the pipes. On Tuesday, the Buffalo Sabres announced they have signed goaltender James Reimer to a one-year contract.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Sabres sign veteran goaltender

He’ll likely serve as veteran insurance for Buffalo’s young goalie duo of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Devon Levi.

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Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / March 16, 2024

Red Wings Have No Choice: They Must Ride Reimer

Desperate times call for desperate measures, as was evident midway through the third period of Saturday’s Detroit Red Wings vs Buffalo Sabres game at Little Caesars Arena.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / March 15, 2024

Reimer Gets Net Against Sabres; Larkin Skates Today

As the Detroit Red Wings dig out from a major collapse, James Reimer is the latest rescuer to be asked to bring the backhoe. Detroit coach Derek Lalonde announced that Reimer will start Saturday (12:30)against the Buffalo Sabres as the Red Wings attempt to put an end to a seven-game losing streak.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / January 13, 2024

James Reimer Will Start One of the Red Wings Weekend Games

As much as Detroit Red Wings fans would like to see goalie Alex Lyon play as often as possible, the idea that an NHL goalie can play game after game after game went out of style with Glenn Hall.

NHL News / San Jose Hockey Now / January 2, 2024

Reimer Keeps It Positive About Complicated Time With Sharks

James Reimer’s time with the San Jose Sharks was complicated, to say the least. Reimer left San Jose in free agency this past summer, signing with the Detroit Red Wings.

San Jose Sharks News / Yardbarker / March 19, 2023

Sharks goalie latest player to refuse to wear pride jersey

Sharks goalie latest NHL player to refuse to wear pride jersey

The NHL's annual pride nights have become a lightning rod for controversy this season as several players and teams have declined to wear the rainbow warmup jerseys that are usually associated with the event.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / February 20, 2023

NHL Monday bets: Three plays to start your week

Fresh off an article sweep yesterday, the best course of action is most definitely a similar showing today. We touched on some of the 1 p.m. games earlier in Bark Bets (go subscribe!), so we'll turn now to the afternoon and evening games on this fine Monday on the ice.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / January 18, 2023

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