'A look at emails from 9NEWS from earlier this summer revealed the NHL simply asked the school to sign a no-cost, royalty-free license agreement, which meant the school would report to the NHL where the logo is used and the NHL could agree to its use, so long as the logo was not put on merchandise sold to the public.' … [Read more...] about NHL calls for licensing agreement with Smoky Hill High School over Buffalo Sabres logo
The Sabres Report - Aug 17, 2026
The Sabres Report - Aug 16, 2026
Inside the NHL: Some key summer questions still have no answers as season looms
'Winnipeg signed former Edmonton and Pittsburgh goalie Stuart Skinner in free agency, a deal it seems neither player nor team make with the idea that one of the game’s best netminders is staying put. But there was no deal with the Sabres at the draft when the Jets wouldn’t part with the No. 8 overall pick, nor one with someone like New Jersey that could also be in the goalie … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Some key summer questions still have no answers as season looms
Former Bruins Defenseman Comes Full Circle With Rival Sabres
'Warsofsky is moving back into the NHL after a successful season coaching in the ECHL. The 36-year-old served as head coach and director of hockey operations for the South Carolina Stingrays during the 2025-26 season. He guided the team to a 45-23-1-3 record and reached the second round of the Kelly Cup Playoffs. That performance helped Warsofsky make a quick jump. He joined … [Read more...] about Former Bruins Defenseman Comes Full Circle With Rival Sabres
The Sabres Report - Aug 15, 2026
Ex-Sabres star Jeff Skinner finds home overseas; Buffalo adds to hockey staff
'Skinner, 34, played 32 games for the San Jose Sharks last season, scoring six goals and 13 points before having his one-year contract terminated.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres star Jeff Skinner finds home overseas; Buffalo adds to hockey staff
Sabres announce 7 front-office hirings and promotions
'David Warsofsky has been hired as a defense development coach. The former defenseman was an NCAA national champion at Boston University and went on to play 14 professional seasons. He spent 2025-26 as head coach of the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 7 front-office hirings and promotions
The Sabres Report - Aug 14, 2026
Rasmus Dahlin bobblehead night tops Sabres promotional slate
'The 42-game home schedule is marked by theme nights honoring high points on the schedule, holidays or community groups. Many have been held by the Sabres in previous seasons and the newest one is Disco Night, a Black Friday game on Nov. 27 against Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin bobblehead night tops Sabres promotional slate
Sabres announce 26-27 theme night, giveaway schedule
'Other highlights include a beer stein in celebration of Oktoberfest, Sabres salt and pepper shakers on Thanksgiving Eve and a Rasmus Dahlin bobblehead on March 2nd.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 26-27 theme night, giveaway schedule
Sabres theme nights for the 2026-27 season
'The Sabres will have 17 theme nights throughout the season, beginning with the home opener against the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres theme nights for the 2026-27 season
Sabres announce 2026-27 theme nights and giveaways
'This year’s schedule includes 17 theme nights celebrating hockey in Buffalo, local community groups, and holidays – plus a new music-themed celebration with the introduction of Disco Night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2026-27 theme nights and giveaways
The Sabres Report - Aug 13, 2026
Sabres set Jan. 14 game vs. Avs as Hall induction night for Vanek and Pominville
'Pominville is currently a youth hockey coach in the Montreal area. Vanek lives in Minnesota and is a hockey operations advisor for the San Jose Sharks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres set Jan. 14 game vs. Avs as Hall induction night for Vanek and Pominville
Ex-Sabre Nathan Paetsch leaves Amerks staff for USHL head coaching slot
'Paetsch spent parts of seven seasons in Rochester and played 157 games over five seasons with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabre Nathan Paetsch leaves Amerks staff for USHL head coaching slot
Sabres set to induct Jason Pominville, Thomas Vanek into Hall of Fame Jan. 14
'Vanek ranks fifth in franchise history in goals (254) and 11th in points (497). Meanwhile, Pominville ranks eighth in franchise history in games (733), 10th in goals, (217) and eighth in assists (304) and points (521).' … [Read more...] about Sabres set to induct Jason Pominville, Thomas Vanek into Hall of Fame Jan. 14
Vanek, Pominville go into Sabres Hall of Fame on Jan. 14
'Vanek and Pominville go into the Sabres Hall of Fame together, just as they started their careers together with the Rochester Americans in the American Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about Vanek, Pominville go into Sabres Hall of Fame on Jan. 14
Jason Pominville and Thomas Vanek Hall of Fame induction night announced
'The remainder of the 2026-27 theme night and promotional schedule will be announced on August 13th.' … [Read more...] about Jason Pominville and Thomas Vanek Hall of Fame induction night announced
Pominville, Vanek to enter Sabres Hall of Fame on Jan. 14
'Pominville and Vanek will become the 45th and 46th members of the Sabres Hall of Fame. Their selection was announced in a video that aired at KeyBank Center during last season’s 2005-06 Reunion Night.' … [Read more...] about Pominville, Vanek to enter Sabres Hall of Fame on Jan. 14