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It was a difficult season for the Buffalo Sabres, but the club won 5-4 over the Philadelphia Flyers in its final game of the year, giving head coach Lindy Ruff the 900th win of his head coaching career.

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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 17

NHL roundup: Sabres coach Lindy Ruff logs 900th win

Ryan McLeod collected a goal and two assists to help lift Buffalo to a 5-4 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, giving Sabres coach Lindy Ruff his 900th career win.

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.

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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 17

Sabres’ Peyton Krebs becomes trusted, versatile asset for Lindy Ruff

BUFFALO – Six and a half months ago, Peyton Krebs sat out the Sabres’ season opener as a healthy scratch. In Thursday’s finale, his 81st consecutive appearance, he will likely center Alex Tuch and Jason Zucker on a scoring line.

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 / NHL Rumors / March 24

Golden Knights center Tomas Hertl evaluated for injury

Darrin Bauming: Buffalo Sabres forward Jordan Greenway left in the first period after blocking a shot in the foot. Coach Lindy Ruff: “I have no idea, probably our docs will look at him .

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Lindy Ruff blasts Sabres players after ugly loss to Sharks

The Buffalo Sabres have the longest ongoing postseason drought of any of the 32 NHL clubs, having not appeared in the Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2011. And all signs point toward that streak extending into 2025.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 8

Sidney Crosby remains out for Penguins

Mike Harrington: Buffalo Sabres forwards Tage Thompson and Dylan Cozens and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen were all at practice yesterday. Mike Harrington: Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said signs are pointing to all three being in the lineup today.

Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / February 7

Star defenseman could be stripped of the captaincy? Insider shares the latest

After some recent events transpired with some of the Sabres players, insider Elliotte Friedman talked about whether a change in captaincy was needed.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 28

Sabres HC Lindy Ruff explains why team waived veteran winger

The Buffalo Sabres cleared up space in their bottom six by placing winger Nicolas Aube-Kubel on waivers. After the team’s practice, head coach Lindy Ruff shared that the decision was influenced by how well 20-year-old Jiri Kulich has performed as of late, per Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Rumors / December 26

Five NHL Trade Targets with Potential Landing Spots

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Teams like the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights, and Vancouver Canucks have first-time GMs but they insulated them with some experience.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / December 20

Sabres HC Sends Odd Message to Fans

The Buffalo Sabres are riding an 11-game winless streak, and their next opponent is a rival from north of the border. When the Sabres hit the ice again, it will be in Buffalo hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 20

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 / FirstSportz / December 17

Sabres owner Terry Pegula backs team following 10th consecutive loss

It seems to be one setback after another for the Buffalo Sabres. On Sunday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the team lost their tenth successive game following a 5-3 defeat.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / December 15

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 / Buffalo Hockey Now / October 27

How Ruff is Matching Up Sabres Lines

Head coaches are constantly judged for their line combinations and defense pairs, but what goes hand-in-hand is how they match those lines against opponents.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 1

Lindy Ruff’s Stanley Cup ambition will excite Sabres fans

The Buffalo Sabres hired Lindy Ruff as head coach over the summer. Ruff takes over behind the bench after the Sabres fired Don Granato following the 2023-24 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 25, 2024

3 Buffalo Sabres Who Could Thrive Under Lindy Ruff

On Tuesday (April 23), the Buffalo Sabres officially re-introduced Lindy Ruff as their next head coach, and whether it was Ruff talking about the talent on this team, the need for commitment and connection from the start of training camp, or getting to the next level, there were many takeaways from his Tuesday press conference at KeyBank Center.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 24, 2024

3 Sabres Players Who Might Struggle Under Lindy Ruff

The Buffalo Sabres recently announced that they re-hired Lindy Ruff as their newest head coach, and as he was introduced to the media and city once again, there were some discussions about his coaching style.

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.

Buffalo Sabres’ 2023-24 team awards

The best Stanley Cup Final games of all time

The '2002-03 New Jersey Devils' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4, 2024

Devils make major decision on Lindy Ruff

The New Jersey Devils have fired head coach Lindy Ruff.

One issue that has been plaguing the Bruins all season long

Golden Knights activate Jack Eichel, place Mark Stone on LTIR

Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin sidelined by a lower-body injury

Pair of Pacific Division contenders among 'legit suitors' for Jake Guentzel

NHL futures: Why Auston Matthews is a good bet to win the Hart Trophy

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.