'Norris emerged as the Sabres’ top-line center during the preseason, with three goals and four assists in four preseason games. He averaged nearly 20 minutes of ice time a game and averaged nearly 60% on faceoffs, winning 37 and losing 25.' … [Read more...] about Preparation, confidence factor into Josh Norris’ torrid preseason with Sabres
Archives for October 2025
Value a major focus for Delaware North this season at KeyBank Center
'The Buffalo-based hospitality and entertainment company, which runs the concessions program at KeyBank Center, introduced on Monday a value menu to be offered to the team’s full season ticket members.' … [Read more...] about Value a major focus for Delaware North this season at KeyBank Center
After rough season, Sabres’ Jack Quinn responds to challenge from Lindy Ruff
'“You look at a tough year, and he still ended putting up 15 goals … on what we say was a poor year for him,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said following Tuesday’s practice in KeyBank Center. “I think sometimes maybe when a player’s at that level, he’s stepping in the right direction. But I think there’s more there.”' … [Read more...] about After rough season, Sabres’ Jack Quinn responds to challenge from Lindy Ruff
Sabres claim rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers from Blues, finalize roster
'Ellis, who has never played in the NHL, joins Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon and Alexandar Georgiev in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim rookie goalie Colten Ellis off waivers from Blues, finalize roster
Tage Thompson sets the tone for Buffalo’s 2025–26 journey
'Buffalo starts the new season at home against the New York Rangers before heading to Boston for its first road game. The Sabres face a tough early stretch that includes Colorado, Ottawa, and Florida at home before visiting Montreal. The month wraps with divisional matchups against Detroit and Toronto, including back-to-back meetings with the Maple Leafs that could set an early … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson sets the tone for Buffalo’s 2025–26 journey
Alex Lyon ready to start season as Sabres' No. 1 goalie
'"That’s always the hope, and that’s what you strive for," said Lyon following Monday's practice. "For sure it’s a good opportunity, and you’re always looking for it. I’m going to try to make the most of it, and it’s about forming those relationships on the ice with the team, starting to get that process moving in the right direction so we have good habits and communication, … [Read more...] about Alex Lyon ready to start season as Sabres’ No. 1 goalie
The Sabres claim another goalie and put him on the final roster
'The 25-year-old was one of the best goaltenders in the American Hockey League last season for the Springfield Thunderbirds.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres claim another goalie and put him on the final roster
Sabres add new food options for upcoming season
'This season they’re debuting a new rotator program where every 10 games they will offer a different type of pizza, hamburger, fried dough, milkshake, and torpedo pretzel. For season-ticket holders, they’re also offering a new value menu with concession classics with options that range from $3 to $5.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add new food options for upcoming season
Sabres reveal initial 23-man roster for the 2025-26 season
'Some suprising names have made the roster, but that can mostly be chalked up to the team placing players on injured reserve.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reveal initial 23-man roster for the 2025-26 season
Previewing the Sabres’ 23-man roster for the 2025-26 season
'The Sabres cut their training camp roster down to 27 after sending defensemen Radim Mrtka, Vsevolod Komarov and Zach Metsa and forwards Noah Ostlund and Josh Dunne to Rochester (AHL) this weekend. On Monday, a waiver claim and five injured-reserve designations trimmed the roster to 23.' … [Read more...] about Previewing the Sabres’ 23-man roster for the 2025-26 season
Tage Thompson sandwiches, Season Ticket Member value menu headline 2025-26 concession offerings
'The goal of the program, Buonopane said, is to ensure that fans will be able to find an exciting food option at Sabres games this season, regardless of taste preference or price point.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson sandwiches, Season Ticket Member value menu headline 2025-26 concession offerings
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
70th season home opener: What the Rochester Amerks have in store (WROC-TV) AMERKS OPEN 70TH SEASON FRIDAY AGAINST TORONTO (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres get closer to finalizing 23-man roster by waiving player
'The Buffalo Sabres on Sunday waived center Josh Dunne and will assign him to the Rochester Americans if he clears.' … [Read more...] about Sabres get closer to finalizing 23-man roster by waiving player
Buffalo Sabres loan Radim Mrtka to AHL’s Rochester
'Mrtka scored a goal with an assist in four preseason games and was scheduled to play Friday in a 5-4 overtime loss in Pittsburgh but was held out of the lineup due to an illness.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres loan Radim Mrtka to AHL’s Rochester
Mike Harrington: With dress rehearsals over and curtain about to go up, what have we learned about Sabres?
'Second periods killed this team last season. The Sabres have made shorter shifts and cleaner changes an emphasis in this preseason and you've seen the results in that area.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: With dress rehearsals over and curtain about to go up, what have we learned about Sabres?