'Bob, the boxing dummy that got pummeled by fans, including the Buffalo Blade Gang, during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, becomes the centerpiece in a video posted to the Sabres’ social media channels and their website. Bob emerges from offseason, man-cave hibernation to post up in front of KeyBank Center for an “a**-kicking” schedule reveal. The Sabres made it fast, short and … [Read more...] about Ranking the NHL’s schedule-reveal videos: The good, the bad, the surprises and flops
The Sabres Report - Jul 21, 2026
If the Sabres sign Patrick Kane, would he fit into their identity?
'There are certainly signs of aging. Still, the Sabres, who last month sent 30-goal winger Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals in a sign-and-trade deal, could use his playmaking ability.' … [Read more...] about If the Sabres sign Patrick Kane, would he fit into their identity?
This is why Sabres have to overpay Jets for Connor Hellebuyck trade
'"Hellebuyck’s .895 save percentage in 2025-26 is uninspiring, but his elite track record features heavily in Winnipeg’s playoff projections," Ates writes, noting that The Athletic's numbers show Winnipeg as a playoff team in 2026-27 if they keep Hellebuyck. "With Hellebuyck leading the way and (Stuart) Skinner a luxury as a backup, the Jets will fight for a playoff spot and … [Read more...] about This is why Sabres have to overpay Jets for Connor Hellebuyck trade
The Sabres Report - Jul 19, 2026
How Clarence’s Gavin McCarthy prepares for first full season in Sabres organization
'“It was pretty difficult,” McCarthy said of leaving Boston University. “Just because I loved BU so much and those people there have been so good for me. But I thought it was time I challenged myself and I thought I could make the jump to pro, hockey-wise. I thought I was ready to do it. I wanted to challenge myself.”' … [Read more...] about How Clarence’s Gavin McCarthy prepares for first full season in Sabres organization
Inside the NHL: Sabres will have momentum on the ice, in the stands when season opens
'"We've sold over 4,500 new season packages (since the start of last season), which, we think, is the most in NHL, so it's going to be an entirely different landscape for us," Guelli told The Buffalo News. "There's an excitement going into it, the inventory is going to be different, and the demand level is going to be different. So it's fun to get the schedule now under these … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres will have momentum on the ice, in the stands when season opens
Kevyn Adams looking forward to ‘full circle’ opportunity with Bruins
'“I’d been with the organization for a long time in different roles (including assistant coach and VP of business administration), so when I started as general manager, there was a lot of change coming in terms of what we had to do,” Adams said. “Obviously, there was the navigating of the Jack Eichel situation with the challenges on the medical side. That was very difficult. … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams looking forward to ‘full circle’ opportunity with Bruins
The Sabres Report - Jul 18, 2026
The lighter side of The News: The Sabres lost to the Canadiens, but he paid for it
'Simmons, the general manager of the port and a lifelong Sabres fan, was sporting the red, white and blue of Les Habitants as he conducted his duties earlier this week, the result of a wager placed by his now-retired boss as they took in a Sabres game against the Canadiens in Buffalo during their playoff series this spring with workers from the Port of Montreal. “He never … [Read more...] about The lighter side of The News: The Sabres lost to the Canadiens, but he paid for it
Sabres' Patrick Kane rumors would be bad news for Konsta Helenius, Jiri Kulich
'Based on how analyst Joe Marino projects it, both Konsta Helenius and Jiri Kulich would start the year in AHL Rochester if Kane signs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Patrick Kane rumors would be bad news for Konsta Helenius, Jiri Kulich
The Sabres Report - Jul 17, 2026
Here’s what to watch for, at home and on the road, when Sabres open the 2026-27 season
'"This day is a good feeling, especially coming off of all the momentum of last season,” Buffalo Bills/Sabres President of Business Operations Pete Guelli told The Buffalo News. “It's fun to get the schedule under these circumstances and be able to prepare a little bit differently for it than maybe we have in the past."' … [Read more...] about Here’s what to watch for, at home and on the road, when Sabres open the 2026-27 season
Sabres encouraged for 2028 game by Gary Bettman's visit to new Highmark Stadium
'The Sabres are hoping to host a Stadium Series game in Orchard Park in 2028 to honor the 20th anniversary of the iconic Winter Classic game between Buffalo and the Pittsburgh Penguins that marked the beginning of the NHL's annual foray into outdoor hockey. Bettman has publicly indicated multiple times the league intends to bring a game here, but had yet to actually see the … [Read more...] about Sabres encouraged for 2028 game by Gary Bettman’s visit to new Highmark Stadium
2026-27 Sabres schedule features early home stand, rugged stretches on road before Christmas
'An early five-game home stand, two road contests against the Montreal Canadiens in a five-day span in October and a rigorous stretch in which they play 10 of 12 games on the road in late November and early December are among the highlights of the Buffalo Sabres’ 2026-27 schedule the NHL released Thursday.' … [Read more...] about 2026-27 Sabres schedule features early home stand, rugged stretches on road before Christmas
Sabres' Ryan McLeod could be key to Connor Hellebuyck trade
'McLeod has a connection to the Jets already, and he might be a bit more of a fair value to give up in Buffalo's eyes than those aforementioned rising stars.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ryan McLeod could be key to Connor Hellebuyck trade
Sabres releases 2026-27 regular season schedule
'The Sabres will open the season with a five-game homestand after the opening game on the road in Columbus, with games against the Blackhawks, Minnesota Wild, Dallas Stars, Utah Mammoth and Florida Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres releases 2026-27 regular season schedule
Buffalo Sabres ’26-27 schedule: Home for Thanksgiving weekend, early homestands, Tuch returns in March
'Among the schedule highlights, the Sabres will host the New York Rangers on the eve of Thanksgiving and the Pittsburgh Penguins that Friday afternoon following the Bills home game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving night.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres ’26-27 schedule: Home for Thanksgiving weekend, early homestands, Tuch returns in March
Buffalo Sabres release 2026-27 regular season schedule
'Buffalo will also get the chance to play some of their rivals from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Sabres will face each Atlantic Division the Bruins and Canadiens four times during the NHL's 84-game schedule. Buffalo opens its season series against Montreal on the road with games Oct. 13 and Oct. 17 before hosting the Canadiens on Dec. 18 and Jan. 18. The Sabres will also … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres release 2026-27 regular season schedule