'Lyon made 26 saves on 28 shots against his former team, and is likely done for the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres improve to 3-1-0 this preseason following win over Red Wings
Archives for September 2025
Sabres extend lease agreement at KeyBank Center until 2031
'"The Pegula family continues to invest in our city, and there is no greater vehicle for growth than KeyBank Center," said Sabres' Chief Operating Officer Pete Guelli in a statement on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend lease agreement at KeyBank Center until 2031
Buffalo Sabres announce extension of KeyBank Center lease through September 2031
'According to the team, under the current terms of the agreement with Erie County, the team had the option to continue the lease for an additional five years or opt out on September 30.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres announce extension of KeyBank Center lease through September 2031
Sabres extend KeyBank Center lease for 5 more years
'The team announced Saturday morning that it’s taking the option to continue its current lease with Erie County. The lease on the building was set to expire in September 2026. It will now run through September 2031.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend KeyBank Center lease for 5 more years
Sabres take option to extend current lease at KeyBank Center for five years, while they work out long-term plan
'"The next five years give us a chance to discuss a long-term plan for the arena that benefits both the Sabres and Western New York," said Sabres Chief Operating Officer Pete Guelli in a prepared statement.' … [Read more...] about Sabres take option to extend current lease at KeyBank Center for five years, while they work out long-term plan
‘Freak of nature’ Alex Tuch impresses in preseason debut
'The forward skated 18 minutes with a primary assist, a shot on goal and two hits, helping the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-2 win over the Detroit Wings. Buffalo is now 3-1-0 to begin the six-game exhibition schedule.' … [Read more...] about ‘Freak of nature’ Alex Tuch impresses in preseason debut
Sabres announce continuation of KeyBank Center lease
'Under the terms of their agreement with Erie County, the Sabres had the option to either continue their lease for an additional five years or opt out on Sept. 30.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce continuation of KeyBank Center lease
‘Skate and compete is his theory’: Sabres learn the ropes of a Lindy Ruff-run training camp
'“That’s what the practices are built around,” Ruff said Friday, a day before the Sabres host the Detroit Red Wings in a preseason game at 3 p.m. Saturday at KeyBank Center. “Compete and skate. The fitness level is in a pretty good place based on the testing we’ve done, so keeping that level of fitness where it’s at so that we can maintain a high level of play. A consistently … [Read more...] about ‘Skate and compete is his theory’: Sabres learn the ropes of a Lindy Ruff-run training camp
Sabres’ Alex Tuch ‘ready to go,’ will play Saturday vs. Detroit, UPL could be ready vs. Pittsburgh
'Ruff said Friday after the morning practice that right wing Alex Tuch is "ready to go" and will play when the Sabres host the Red Wings at 3 p.m. Saturday at KeyBank Center. Tuch missed the first two days of training camp and has not played in the Sabres’ first three games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch ‘ready to go,’ will play Saturday vs. Detroit, UPL could be ready vs. Pittsburgh
Sabres arena lease to go for five more years as negotiations for new deal continue
'This provides more of a cushion for the Sabres to negotiate a longer-term deal that could include public funding for needed renovations to their aging arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres arena lease to go for five more years as negotiations for new deal continue
In newcomer Zac Jones, Sabres possess intriguing talent with ‘offensive flair’
'“I like to use my feet a lot,” he said. “When I’m skating and I’m moving, I think I can create a lot of things with the puck.”' … [Read more...] about In newcomer Zac Jones, Sabres possess intriguing talent with ‘offensive flair’
Sabres’ Alex Tuch ready for preseason debut; Mattias Samuelsson injured
'Meanwhile, defenseman Mattias Samuelsson could miss the game after sitting out Friday’s practice with an upper-body injury. “We’ll have him evaluated,” Ruff said following the session in KeyBank Center. “He had a good practice yesterday, and maybe that affected what’s been bothering him.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch ready for preseason debut; Mattias Samuelsson injured
Luukkonen feels like he'll be ready when season starts
'“It does suck when you’re skating on your own because it’s the best part of the training camp to play with the guys, so it’s fun to be on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen feels like he’ll be ready when season starts
'Community Day' gets Buffalo Sabres up close and personal with fans of all ages
'A few of the guys made their way to Tapestry Charter Elementary School to meet some young and "soon-to-be" Sabres fans right inside their classrooms. Local businesses, fire stations and even Tim Hortons locations all played a part in collaborating on this community-oriented event.' … [Read more...] about ‘Community Day’ gets Buffalo Sabres up close and personal with fans of all ages
Buffalo Sabres spend the day in the community
'“I think it’s important to get out here early to get the support of the fans. We do it for them, right? You stand in that rink and the energy they’re able to produce during those games is so important,” said forward Beck Malenstyn. “The more that we can connect with them and bring them out to games, it only helps us, and it just makes it a really fun community environment.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres spend the day in the community