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On YouTubeLindy Ruff News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 27
Sabres’ Lindy Ruff grew up Maple Leafs fan: ‘I hate to say this’ 
TORONTO – Coach Lindy Ruff acknowledged, a bit sheepishly, he once rooted for the Buffalo Sabres’ Atlantic Division rival. “I hate to say this, but I was a Leafs fan growing up,” Ruff said this morning in Scotiabank Arena.
Lindy Ruff sympathizes with Bills’ Sean McDermott over disputed interception: ‘Eerily like our ‘No Goal’ in ‘99’
BUFFALO – As Bills fan, the controversial ending in Saturday’s 33-30 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Playoff hit Sabres coach Lindy Ruff hard.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 16
Former Sabres star Maxim Afinogenov shares special moment with Lindy Ruff
BUFFALO – Other than a bit of a receding hairline, former winger Maxim Afinogenov looks pretty much like he did 20 or so years ago, when his slick exploits electrified Sabres fans.
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 14
Sabres lose forward to injury for four to six weeks, send defenseman to Amerks
BUFFALO – Sabres center Josh Dunne will be sidelined four to six week with a mid-body injury, coach Lindy Ruff said this morning. Dunne, 27, was dealing with the injury before playing in Monday’s 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers, his first outing after sitting out three straight games as a healthy scratch.
The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time
There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.
Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12
Sabres players praise Lindy Ruff ahead of 1,900th NHL game
The Buffalo Sabres have been incredible over the past several weeks, as they have only lost once over their last 14 outings. They are also on a three-game winning streak heading into this Monday night’s contest against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions Florida Panthers at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.
NHL News / Silver Seven / January 12
LNN: Having Two Teams is Good!
I know things seem bleak for the Ottawa Senators right now. 65-year-old Lindy Ruff is the third-longest-tenured (behind Scotty Bowman and Paul Maurice) head coach in the NHL, as he’s set to run the bench for the 1900th time in his career when the Buffalo Sabres and – speak of the devil – Florida Panthers, face off later tonight.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / January 3
Sabres’ win streak shows they might be starting something special
COLUMBUS – Hours before a 5-1 loss to the Blue Jackets ended the Buffalo Sabres’ win streak at 10 games, coach Lindy Ruff revealed some of the superstitions that materialized during one of the hottest stretches in franchise history.
Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / December 31
Buffalo Sabres Get Crushing Injury Update on Netminder
The Buffalo Sabres got a crushing injury update on goaltender Alex Lyon on Wednesday. Head coach Lindy Ruff announced the fate befalling the 33-year-old.
Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / December 30
Sabres Right Back in Playoff Race With Win Streak
The Buffalo Sabres continued their winning ways recently as they defeated the St. Louis Blues on the road 4-2. Their win over the Blues marks their 9th win in a row and head coach Lindy Ruff has his team playing some really good hockey.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / December 16
New Sabres GM Kekalainen on coach Lindy Ruff: ‘whole organization is under evaluation
One of the biggest questions looming over a team when a new general manager is hired is what the security of their head coach is. Well, we already have a bit more clarity on that situation with now-GM Jarmo Kekalainen, head coach Lindy Ruff and the Buffalo Sabres.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 15
Buffalo Sabres' GM change isn't about rebuilding
The Sabres promoted Jarmo Kekalainen, former Columbus Blue Jackets GM, from a senior advisory position to general manager.
NHL News / Field Level Media / November 27
Top and bottom Eastern Conference teams battle as Devils face Sabres
One of the NHL's best home teams will try to take that success on the road when the New Jersey Devils visit the Buffalo Sabres on Friday.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 21
Sabres to activate Jason Zucker from IR
The Sabres are expected to activate winger Jason Zucker from injured reserve before Friday’s matchup with the Blackhawks, according to the team’s website.
Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / November 10
Buffalo Sabres Centre to Miss Significant Time with Blood Clot
The Sabres will be down another centre for a significant period of time. Head coach Lindy Ruff said Jiri Kulich is out indefinitely. There is currently no timetable on a return.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 7
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin has 'support' of organization amid leave of absence
Buffalo Sabres captain and star defenseman Rasmus Dahlin is taking a leave of absence from the team.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 5
Which coaches are on the hot seat?
In the NHL, it’s only a matter of time before heads begin to roll.
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 30
Three NHL coaches in danger of a midseason firing
The NHL season is just about a month in, with nearly every team having played ten games so far. While several teams, such as the Pittsburgh Penguins, Seattle Kraken and Detroit Red Wings, have exceeded expectations, many have fallen short. Let's take a look at three NHL coaches on the hot seat.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17
Sabres forward out several weeks with lower-body injury
Sabres forward Justin Danforth will miss more than a month with the lower-body injury.
Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 9
Sabres visit Blue Jackets with Lindy Ruff closing in on 900th career win
It's been a season of milestones for Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. In December, he coached his 1,800th NHL game and is now third all-time. On March 25, he became the second coach to reach 600 wins with a single franchise.
Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Sabres Make Lindy Ruff Announcement After Senators Game
The first season of Lindy Ruff's second stint with the Buffalo Sabres has been a rough one. Buffalo only has 64 points to show in the standings through 70 games in the 2024-25 NHL regular season.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 20, 2024
Sabres HC Lindy Ruff appears to be concerned about the Maple Leafs’ travelling fans
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to face the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, which means there is a good chance that the building will have a large number of Leafs fans flocking down the QEW.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / December 15, 2024
Lindy Ruff on Sabres’ struggles: ‘I’m almost lost for words’
If the Buffalo Sabres haven’t hit rock bottom this season, they’re starting to creep awfully close. After scoring two goals in the first three minutes Sunday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Sabres would go on to blow another lead, losing to the Maple Leafs 5-3.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Forkball / April 24, 2024
Buffalo Sabres in 'Win Now' Mode with Lindy Ruff Returning as Head Coach
Oh, what a difference 11 years make. It’s also interesting how things can come full circle. This is especially true when you believe it’s the right move at the right time.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Now / April 23, 2024
Takeaways from Lindy Ruff’s Introductory Press Conference
Lindy Ruff was introduced Tuesday afternoon as the new head coach of the Buffalo Sabres, beginning his second stint in the role with the organization. The coach touched on many aspects including his return to the club, his vision of the team and their direction, and how he’s evolved as a coach.
Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / April 23, 2024
Is Lindy Ruff the right man for the Sabres, or just a nostalgia hire?
A notable coaching change sees a veteran bench boss return to his first big break. On Monday, the Buffalo Sabres announced that Lindy Ruff is going to return as head coach next season.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22, 2024
Sabres hire next head coach
The Buffalo Sabres have hired Lindy Ruff to be their next head coach.
New Jersey Devils News / New Jersey Hockey Now / January 20, 2024
Devils Lindy Ruff Reacts to Islanders Coaching Change
New Jersey Devils head coach Lindy Ruff knows a thing or two about coaching changes. The New York Islanders fired head coach Lane Lambert and immediately replaced him with Patrick Roy as their 15th coach in franchise history.
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