'Krebs began the Wild game on a line with Kulich at center and Konsta Helenius at right wing, and Krebs is used to transition within the lineup. He played on the Sabres’ first, third and fourth lines last season, and played at all three forward positions.' … [Read more...] about How Peyton Krebs’ versatility comes in handy for Sabres: ‘I can put you anywhere’
The Sabres Report - Oct 8, 2026
Not all of Sabres' problems have to be viewed as negatives | Mike Harrington
'And from the Department of Good Problems comes this point: The Sabres have some roster choices to make soon. Goalie Alex Lyon, who is pretty close to returning, and forward Jason Zucker both took the morning skate Tuesday. Zucker (sports hernia surgery) is still a couple of weeks away from returning, but Lyon's season debut could le be measured in days.' … [Read more...] about Not all of Sabres’ problems have to be viewed as negatives | Mike Harrington
Peyton Krebs, the Sabres’ ‘Swiss Army knife,’ has grown under Lindy Ruff: ‘He’s trusted me’
'But in a pinch, Krebs, a skilled playmaker the Vegas Golden Knights drafted 17th overall in 2019, moved up Tuesday and provided an impact. On the top line, he can still play a rugged game and add a little finesse. Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said he has told Krebs “you’re the Swiss Army knife.”' … [Read more...] about Peyton Krebs, the Sabres’ ‘Swiss Army knife,’ has grown under Lindy Ruff: ‘He’s trusted me’
Thursday's Dallas Coverage
3 things to know about Stars-Sabres: Dallas looks to improve its early-season record (Dallas Morning News) Sabres host the Stars after overtime win (AP) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Dallas Coverage
Owen Power off to strong start to Sabres season
'"So good," Ostlund said of Power's play. "He's skating really well and he's breaking pucks so good for us. He's playing really good right now and I'm really happy for him."' … [Read more...] about Owen Power off to strong start to Sabres season
Krebs, Kulich taking advantage of first-line promotions
'Kulich certainly got people’s attention when he tallied the game-winning goal against the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night – but coming off a year-long recovery from a blood clot, Kulich has been impressing in more ways than one. His move to the top line in the third period on Tuesday was the latest of Kulich’s promotions – he started on the fourth line, then joined the … [Read more...] about Krebs, Kulich taking advantage of first-line promotions
The Sabres Report - Oct 7, 2026
Power’s surge on offense, defense leads Sabres to overtime win against Minnesota
'“He looks awesome,” Sabres center Tage Thompson said of Power. “His confidence. His poise with the puck. He’s always had that. But I think he’s looking really good. The defensive side of his game has been really good, which obviously leads to more offense. That’s pretty special. Not a lot of teams have what we have on the back end, there, with him and (Rasmus Dahlin) and … [Read more...] about Power’s surge on offense, defense leads Sabres to overtime win against Minnesota
Sabres defenseman Olen Zellweger is back in the lineup, ready to be a two-way contributor
'“I wanted to try to be ready for the first game of the season, but it was a little bit too soon,” Zellweger said. “It was good to be back. I was just excited to get out there and get going with this group.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Olen Zellweger is back in the lineup, ready to be a two-way contributor
Owen Power and Tage Thompson star as Sabres roar back to beat Wild in OT
'“Getting worked up at the refs doesn’t really do anything positive for a group, just wasted energy on what you need to do out there,” said Sabres center Tage Thompson, who scored the tying goal for the second consecutive game. “So I thought our team did a really good job just kind of letting it go and focus on the next shift and our objective.”' … [Read more...] about Owen Power and Tage Thompson star as Sabres roar back to beat Wild in OT
Undersized Sabres D Zach Metsa earns respect for fight with Mathieu Olivier: ‘Extremely courageous’
'“I don’t even know what Olivier was thinking,” coach Lindy Ruff told reporters Thursday’s following the Sabres’ 6-3 loss. “Come on, it’s Metsa. I thought Metsa did a great job protecting himself. I give him a lot of credit for that because Olivier’s a tough customer.”' … [Read more...] about Undersized Sabres D Zach Metsa earns respect for fight with Mathieu Olivier: ‘Extremely courageous’
Wednesday's Minnesota Coverage
Wild let two-goal lead slip away, suffer first loss of season in OT vs. Sabres (Minnesota Star Tribune) Wild undone by Sabres’ rally in OT loss (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Wild defenders working around Brock Faber’s absence (Saint Paul Pioneer Press) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Minnesota Coverage
Owen Power scores in OT and Sabres rally from 2 goals down to beat Wild 3-2
'Tage Thompson and Noah Ostlund tied the game by scoring six minutes apart in the third period. Colten Ellis stopped 18 shots, including three in overtime, and Buffalo (2-1) won its second straight game when trailing entering the third.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power scores in OT and Sabres rally from 2 goals down to beat Wild 3-2
Sabres come from behind to beat Wild in overtime
'The Sabres were able to take advantage of a fortuitous bounce in the offensive zone to cut their deficit in half early in the third period. Power sent a puck toward the front of the net and it redirected off the shin guard of forward Noah Ostlund and into the net. It was Ostlund's first goal of the season, and assisted by Power and Rasmus Dahlin.' … [Read more...] about Sabres come from behind to beat Wild in overtime
Sabres comeback from two goals down in the third to beat WIld in overtime
'The comeback is of course the most impressive thing of the night, but a close second was how well they played defensively. That fed their offense and eventually led to a win. Minnesota had two first period power plays and only four shots overall. Ellis had no chance on Danila Yurov's power play goal. It hit Mattias Samuelsson's stick and ramped up. The second goal came after … [Read more...] about Sabres comeback from two goals down in the third to beat WIld in overtime
Sabres rally for overtime win over Wild
'The Sabres found their edge in the third after the Wild sliced open a scoreless contest with a couple of goals in consecutive minutes toward the end of the second.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally for overtime win over Wild