'“They were reading us very well, in our game plan,” Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said of the Canadiens, who have opened the season by winning five of their first seven games. “They were on top of us, the whole time. They kind of knew our structure. They played through it, so they came out smart. They came out good. But in the second and third, we kind of put our foot on the … [Read more...] about Sabres start slow, lose a shot at points in 4-2 loss at Montreal
Archives for October 21, 2025
Sabres forward Peyton Krebs on his equipment assist to Rasmus Dahlin: ‘It’s just guys sticking up for their teammates’
'“We’ve both got big noggins,” Krebs said Monday morning at the Bell Centre, after the Sabres’ morning skate.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Peyton Krebs on his equipment assist to Rasmus Dahlin: ‘It’s just guys sticking up for their teammates’
Sabres newcomer Josh Doan displaying offensive growth: ‘Just seen a glimpse’
'Just five games into season, the 6-foot-2, 198-pound Doan has displayed strong signs of offensive development. He had registered two goals and five points in the last two games entering Monday’s road contest against the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres newcomer Josh Doan displaying offensive growth: ‘Just seen a glimpse’
The 'good fight' that cost Rasmus Dahlin a helmet
'"It got a lot bigger than it should have. It was just a fight, we were both mad and that happens," Dahlin downplayed, as he left the Buffalo Sabres' morning skate Monday at the Bell Centre, ahead of the evening's duel against the Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about The ‘good fight’ that cost Rasmus Dahlin a helmet
Tuesday's Montreal Coverage
Hidden Game: All goalie Jakub Dobes does is win games for the Canadiens (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: Slafkovsky bests Thompson in battle of the big men (Montreal Gazette) A victory before a long journey in the west (Journal de Montreal) Despite a more difficult second period: the Canadian did not repeat the same mistake (Journal de Montreal) After their 4-2 victory … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Montreal Coverage
Canadiens score three goals in the third to beat Sabres 4-2
'Jiri Kulich and Tyler Kozak scored for the Sabres (2-4-0), who lost for the first time in three games. The Sabres pulled their goaltender with over two minutes remaining. Alex Lyon made 27 saves.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens score three goals in the third to beat Sabres 4-2
The Sabres' tiny room for maneuver
'We quickly realized that it's in our hands now. That we have to raise the level a notch to become a playoff team , added captain Rasmus Dahlin.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres’ tiny room for maneuver
Sabres doubled up at Montreal
'A modest two-game win streak came to a halt for the Buffalo Sabres on Monday evening. Visiting the Montreal Canadiens, the Sabres got in trouble and played from behind all game en route to a 4-2 final score at Bell Centre.' … [Read more...] about Sabres doubled up at Montreal
Sabres had the jam, but not the win in Montreal
'Early in the third period, Buffalo got into “stand around and watch the puck” mode and Montreal took the lead. Noah Dobson came in from the point and held onto the puck until Lyon sprawled. On a play like that, somebody had to grab the backdoor player in the crease. Lyon has to be confident that his teammates will be there and have his back. Two Sabres were standing there, but … [Read more...] about Sabres had the jam, but not the win in Montreal
Opinion: Sabres 'Last 5': Shaky start stabilizes
'The 2025-2026 Buffalo Sabres season is underway and after five games played, it’s certainly been a fascinating start to the year.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres ‘Last 5’: Shaky start stabilizes
Sabres can’t carry winning ways on the road
'Kulich got the tying goal for Buffalo at 6:51 into the second period. Zach Benson recorded his team-leading sixth assist on the goal. After missing the start of the season because of a face injury, Benson joined Jack Eichel in 2020 and Thomas Vanek in 2012 as the only Sabres to have six assists in the first three games of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t carry winning ways on the road
Sabres hosting ’05-06 reunion Jan. 15, themed pennant giveaway
'Sabres alumni will take part in a pregame ceremony and attending fans will receive a themed pennant at the Thursday night game for which Buffalo will wear its retro “goat head” uniforms. The promotion precedes Sabres Hall of Fame goaltender Ryan Miller’s annual Catwalk for Charity event on Jan. 16.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hosting ’05-06 reunion Jan. 15, themed pennant giveaway
Suzuki pushes point streak to 6, Canadiens hold off Sabres
'“We had lots of good opportunities, it wasn’t about opportunities,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “You know you’re in a tight game and we didn’t defend the rush well on the second goal, and we got caught with a couple of tired people on the third one. I liked our answer right after that to come back and score. We had another couple of good looks, but we were in a tight game … [Read more...] about Suzuki pushes point streak to 6, Canadiens hold off Sabres
Sabres’ late comeback bid falls short in Montreal
'Much like in their first road game at Boston, the Sabres struggled to generate offense during the opening period, getting outshot 14-6 and surrendering a goal to forward Oliver Kapanen. If not for Alex Lyon continuing his strong early-season play, especially on some scrambles for loose pucks near his crease, the deficit would’ve been much steeper after 20 minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ late comeback bid falls short in Montreal