'Alex Lyon will be the Buffalo Sabres' opening-night starter in goal when they face the New York Rangers. He was signed as a free agent with the intention of backing up Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who starts the season on injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about ‘You never think you’re going to make it this far’: How Sabres goalie Alex Lyon shows worth of proven understudy
Archives for October 9, 2025
Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff feels the responsibility to get Sabres moving
'"I think we're all excited," Ruff said. "We're all tired of looking at preseason video and practice video and now let's put it to the test against the other team's real lineup. ... Let's go to work and prove what we've been working on will make us a winning hockey club."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Lindy Ruff feels the responsibility to get Sabres moving
Tage Thompson has confidence in own talent, Sabres’ playoff chances: ‘We just expect that we’re just gonna do it’
'“I think going through those challenges and that adversity as a team, it also makes you better,” Thompson said. “We’ve had a lot of losing seasons and faced a lot of challenges, and as a group, we’ve had to learn how to get better and learn from those situations, both from an Xs and Os standpoint, and mentally, just like a confidence standpoint, a little bit of a cockiness and … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson has confidence in own talent, Sabres’ playoff chances: ‘We just expect that we’re just gonna do it’
Sabres notes: Alex Lyon focused ahead of first start subbing for injured UPL
'“Honestly, I think it’s just another game for me,” he said following Wednesday’s practice. “Honestly, looking forward to starting the process. You put in a lot of work of the course of the last five months, and so you just hope it all comes to fruition and comes together.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Alex Lyon focused ahead of first start subbing for injured UPL
Sabres’ path to postseason will depend on improved goalie play
'It is more than fair to say that Adams has done a great job retooling the forwards and defense during his time, but his self-inflicted goalie problem has cost the Sabres two trips to the playoffs and will hold them out again this season as it begins tonight blind in the future of the net.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ path to postseason will depend on improved goalie play
Hockey: Chance begins to stop slide
'What Buffalo needs to avoid most is the dreaded losing streak. Last year, from Thanksgiving to Christmas, it went without a win for 13 games. That’s not only bad luck, but it drains whatever enthusiasm the fan base might have had.' … [Read more...] about Hockey: Chance begins to stop slide
Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis makes supporters proud after cracking Buffalo Sabres opening-night roster
'From being one of three goaltenders left at St. Louis Blues training camp to being placed on waivers by the team on Sunday and later claimed by the Buffalo Sabres on Monday, it’s been a busy few days for the River Denys product.' … [Read more...] about Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis makes supporters proud after cracking Buffalo Sabres opening-night roster
Thursday's New York Coverage
What channel is New York Rangers vs Buffalo Sabres on today? Time, TV, streaming (White Plains Journal News) Sabres host the Rangers in Eastern Conference action (AP) Rangers at Sabres: Pregame Notes (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage
Ruff is ready for Year 2 back behind the Sabres bench
'“I think we’re all excited, we’re all tired of looking at preseason video and practice video and now let's put it to the test against the other team’s real lineup and let’s go to work and prove that what we’ve been working on will make us a winning hockey club.”' … [Read more...] about Ruff is ready for Year 2 back behind the Sabres bench
Opinion: Five bold predictions for 2025-26 Sabres season
'With Benson getting the immediate opportunity to play top-line minutes, expect him to eat as a playmaking winger that can distribute the puck to goal scorers like Thompson and Norris, while feasting plenty on his own.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Five bold predictions for 2025-26 Sabres season
Buffalo restaurants hopeful for strong start to Sabres season
'"Of course it's an uptick for us. When there's a Sabres game, we hope people think, 'Hey, let's go to Chef's before the game. It's only a couple blocks away.' So we're excited about it, and hopefully a nice uptick in business for us," said Lou Billittier Jr. from Chef's Restaurant on Seneca Street.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo restaurants hopeful for strong start to Sabres season
'I put my heart and soul into this team': One-on-one with Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch
'His role in helping the Sabres snap their NHL-long 14-year playoff drought can’t be overstated, but he enters year five in Buffalo with looming uncertainty about what his future looks like here.' … [Read more...] about ‘I put my heart and soul into this team’: One-on-one with Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch
KeyBank Center found to be most affordable in the NHL
'According to a study by The Action Network, a sports betting website, Buffalo Sabres games at KeyBank Center ranked the most affordable on average compared to the rest of the 31 NHL arenas.' … [Read more...] about KeyBank Center found to be most affordable in the NHL
‘I hate waiting’ | Sabres look ahead to opening night
'“Let’s go to work and prove that what we’ve been working on will make us a winning hockey club.”' … [Read more...] about ‘I hate waiting’ | Sabres look ahead to opening night
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks set to kick off 70th season with ‘blue-collar mentality’ (WHEC-TV) Amerks to host ‘Roc the Block Party’ to kick off 70th season Friday (WHEC-TV) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage