'“He’s been an important part of our success," Kekalainen acknowledged. "He’s always getting some of the most ice-time of any of the forwards, killing penalties, playing power play, he’s a consistent goal scorer. He’s a valuable part of our team. But just like I’ve told him and I tell everybody in the same situation, we make our decisions based on how can we make our team … [Read more...] about Kekalainen interested in extending both Byram, Tuch
The Sabres Report - May 21, 2026
Sabres extend head coach Lindy Ruff for two more years
'"I'm not really happy to be here today, I'd rather be somewhere else (Eastern Conference Final) but really excited with the opportunity to carry on here and help lead this team to a championship."' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend head coach Lindy Ruff for two more years
Alex Tuch has no idea how negotiation with Sabres will end
'“Throughout the season and if you go back to last summer, we had talks with Kevyn Adams and his management staff that didn’t progress to where we wanted it to. We decided to hold off and go through the season a little bit more, and maybe pick things back up. They chatted occasionally, and then when Jarmo stepped in, we initially had some good talks. Then they stalled out, and … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch has no idea how negotiation with Sabres will end
Alex Tuch's Future in Question as Sabres Season Ends
'"If you go back to last summer we had talks with (former Sabres General Manager) Kevyn Adams and his management staff that didn't progress how we wanted them to," Tuch said Wednesday. "We decided to hold off and go through the season a little more and then maybe pick things back up."' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch’s Future in Question as Sabres Season Ends
Lindy Ruff signs two-year contract extension with the Buffalo Sabres
'The Buffalo Sabres announced that head coach Lindy Ruff has signed a two-year contract extension that keeps him behind the bench through the 2027-2028 season.' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff signs two-year contract extension with the Buffalo Sabres
Does Alex Tuch have a future with the Buffalo Sabres? Takeaways from post-season press conferences
'Tuch spoke with reporters on Wednesday and made it clear he would like to explore the possibility of staying in Buffalo, but also added that his decision on where he signs boils down to a lot of factors.' … [Read more...] about Does Alex Tuch have a future with the Buffalo Sabres? Takeaways from post-season press conferences
Sabres extend coach Lindy Ruff’s contract
'A finalist for the Jack Adams Trophy presented to the NHL’s coach of the year, the 66-year-old Ruff guided the Sabres to an Atlantic Division title and their first playoff series victory in 19 years. He turned around a season during which the Sabres were last in the Eastern Conference in early December when general manager Kevyn Adams got fired.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend coach Lindy Ruff’s contract
Sabres sign Lindy Ruff to new 2-year deal
'"It's great to be here in a sense that I'm gonna be able to continue, and I'm humbled by the oppurtunity," Ruff said to reports Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Lindy Ruff to new 2-year deal
Sabres Head Coach Lindy Ruff signs two-year contract extension
'This is Ruff’s second tenure with the franchise, first coaching them from 1997 to 2013 and is the winningest head coach in Sabres history, with 657 and counting.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Head Coach Lindy Ruff signs two-year contract extension
Kekäläinen: Ruff's new contract a 'no-brainer' for Sabres
'“Some coaches can be stubborn, ‘This is the way I’ve done it always, this is the way we do it,’” Kekäläinen said. “He’s not like that at all. And to me, that shows a coach that still wants to get better and believes in the new technology and the science behind it and all that. … He’s not a spring chicken anymore, but he’s a student of the game.”' … [Read more...] about Kekäläinen: Ruff’s new contract a ‘no-brainer’ for Sabres
Locker cleanout | Top quotes from Day 2
'"I thought Dobes played extremely well for them – apparently, especially against me. Coming off a Boston series that I thought I was really strong both offensively and defensively, I tried to carry some momentum into the Montreal series that ultimately led to me having zero points, everyone saw that, which was super frustrating. I thought my work ethic was there as the series … [Read more...] about Locker cleanout | Top quotes from Day 2
The Sabres Report - May 20, 2026
Sabres set new goal of sustainability, even after Stanley Cup Playoffs elimination
'“The expectation’s been set, now, for who we are, as a group,” right wing Josh Doan said Tuesday during breakup day. “A lot of us, experiencing our firsts, in many ways this year, is going to help us down the road."' … [Read more...] about Sabres set new goal of sustainability, even after Stanley Cup Playoffs elimination
Mike Harrington: On the day after, Sabres fret over how close they came to another shot at Carolina
The Sabres were one goal away − one goal! − from a trip to the NHL’s Eastern Conference Final and a matchup with the Carolina Hurricanes. A chance for Lindy Ruff to avenge one of the most bitter defeats of his career, Game 7 of the 2006 East final, when the Sabres couldn’t hold a 2-1 third-period lead and lost to Carolina, 4-2. Instead, it’s the Montreal Canadiens who are … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: On the day after, Sabres fret over how close they came to another shot at Carolina
After special season, Sabres understand success isn’t guaranteed next year
'“Just because you have success one year doesn’t mean that it guarantees that it translates to the next year,” Sabres goalie Alex Lyon said Tuesday during his end-of-season media availability in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about After special season, Sabres understand success isn’t guaranteed next year
Sabres’ Jiri Kulich says he can play next season after having blood clot removed
'“Now, I’m just excited, working hard again to be on the ice, too,” the Czech said. “Yeah, I’ll be able to play hockey again.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jiri Kulich says he can play next season after having blood clot removed