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Archives for October 2025

Rasmus Dahlin, goaltending, the drought: 5 questions that face the Buffalo Sabres in 2025-26

'As the Sabres go, so will Dahlin’s chances at being a Norris finalist. He finished sixth in voting last season for the award, given annually to the top defenseman in the NHL (won by Colorado’s Cale Makar), and Dahlin alone is a force on the blue line. He’s 25 years old and enters his eighth season, which, in NHL years, means he’s in his prime. But Dahlin can’t play 60 minutes … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin, goaltending, the drought: 5 questions that face the Buffalo Sabres in 2025-26

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Meet new Sabres left wing Josh Doan, who's more than just Shane Doan's son. Here's his own story

'“You can’t always earn respect,” Powers recalled of Doan’s speech. “You certainly can never demand respect. But you can always give respect. That’s the one thing you can do, as it relates to respect. If you give people respect and treat people the right way, it comes back to you, in spades.”' … [Read more...] about Meet new Sabres left wing Josh Doan, who’s more than just Shane Doan’s son. Here’s his own story

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A position-by-position breakdown of the Sabres opening-night roster, from forwards to defensemen to goalies

'Ruff has set several goals for the defense, including a big one: Cut down goals against. The Sabres tied with Pittsburgh for 29th in the NHL, each with 287 goals against last season. Keeping the puck out of the net falls on the entire team, but it starts with the defense, which needs to set the stage by playing a physical brand of hockey. The magic number for a drop in goals … [Read more...] about A position-by-position breakdown of the Sabres opening-night roster, from forwards to defensemen to goalies

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Inside the NHL: Patrick Kane looking to make U.S. hockey history in 19th season

'Kane, in his third season with the Detroit Red Wings, opens the 2025-26 campaign needing 32 points to pass former Minnesota/Dallas star Mike Modano to became the all-time scoring leader among American-born players. He also needs 44 assists to surpass former Sabres player and coach Phil Housley for that record among Americans.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Patrick Kane looking to make U.S. hockey history in 19th season

Buffalo News |

NHL Power Rankings: As injuries cut into Panthers' bite, can Vegas regain hold of Stanley Cup?

'But you just can't put the Panthers there. Losing Matthew Tkachuk until Christmas and maybe beyond gave you pause. But the September practice injury suffered by captain Aleksander Barkov is a potential season-killer for the Cats. It is the wounded knee felt around the Atlantic Division, which is suddenly wide open, and the NHL.' … [Read more...] about NHL Power Rankings: As injuries cut into Panthers’ bite, can Vegas regain hold of Stanley Cup?

Buffalo News |

Ruff wants more consistent play from Sabres away from puck

'"Just trying being a lot more of a consistent team away from the puck, which I thought we saw some really good stuff in the first couple of games. We have to be a better defensive team and cut the goals-against down," said Ruff on Tuesday during his first appearance of the season on the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "That's a team project. It's not just defensemen, that's … [Read more...] about Ruff wants more consistent play from Sabres away from puck

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Doan embracing change and ready to bring some to Sabres

'"For me, I took it as a badge of honor," Doan told me this week. "He was my mentor growing up and my idol, so he's something that if you're ever in the same conversation as him or your name's used in the same breath as his, then it's an honor for me and my siblings and my family. It's something that I think a lot of people try and use it against you, but to me, at the end of … [Read more...] about Doan embracing change and ready to bring some to Sabres

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‘Definitely a whirlwind’ | Ellis makes unexpected NHL arrival in Buffalo

'“It’s my first time going on waivers, so I didn’t really know what the process was like,” said Ellis, still sporting a Blues mask after years in their organization. “But when I got the call yesterday, I was super excited for the opportunity here and coming to Buffalo. It’s definitely a whirlwind, but at the same time, (I’m) just trying to live in the moment. It’s my first time … [Read more...] about ‘Definitely a whirlwind’ | Ellis makes unexpected NHL arrival in Buffalo

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