'“We’ve been in this position a lot of times, already, in one-goal games, either side,” said Alex Tuch, who scored a goal and an assist in the win. “Every time you can pick up any sort of experience, it helps. It helps the group, it helps individuals in just knowing the situation and being comfortable in that situation, especially going down the stretch.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold off Canucks, firmly in reach of playoff position at halfway point of season
Archives for January 7, 2026
Let’s bounce: How the Buffalo Sabres must sustain winning ways in return home
'“It’s the mental side of, bounce back,” Dahlin said. “We had a really good run, and now, it’s a matter of if we can bounce back and do it again. We got us back into a good spot, and now we have to just continue to be a top team in the league. We can’t be satisfied with what we just did."' … [Read more...] about Let’s bounce: How the Buffalo Sabres must sustain winning ways in return home
Sabres respond after streak ends, beat Canucks before energetic crowd
'A 4-0 lead well into the third period usually does the trick. But the Canucks mounted a ferocious comeback, scoring three times in a span of 5:38, including two goals 39 seconds apart to move them within one.' … [Read more...] about Sabres respond after streak ends, beat Canucks before energetic crowd
Sabres notes: Zach Metsa impressive in limited action; Buffalo adds defender
'“You come to a new spot, new group, new guys around you,” Metsa told the Times Herald prior to scoring his first NHL goal and point in Tuesday’s 5-3 win over the Vancouver Canucks in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Zach Metsa impressive in limited action; Buffalo adds defender
Wednesday's Vancouver Coverage
Canucks Player Grades: Late flurry in hurry not enough in 5-3 loss to Sabres (Vancouver Province) Canucks Takeaways: Comeback attempt too little, too late vs. Sabres (Sportsnet) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Vancouver Coverage
Tuch has goal and assist as Sabres beat Canucks 5-3 for 11th win in 12 games
'Tage Thompson, Ryan McLeod, Zach Metsa and Josh Doan also scored for Buffalo, which was coming off a 5-1 loss at Columbus on Saturday that snapped a 10-game win streak. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 32 shots.' … [Read more...] about Tuch has goal and assist as Sabres beat Canucks 5-3 for 11th win in 12 games
Sabres' Josh Doan reveals where he wants to play next season in restricted free agency
'“I want to be here," Doan said. "That’s something me and my agency and my family have made clear. I want to be in Buffalo, and I want to play here. The support I’ve gotten since I got here has been amazing. I laugh with my family, where my old man didn’t leave where he was once, and I’ve been on my way three times now. It’s something at the end of the day, though, I do want to … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Josh Doan reveals where he wants to play next season in restricted free agency
Sabres survive late scare from Canucks
'The Buffalo Sabres were able to get back in the win column on Tuesday night thanks to a multi-point night from winger Alex Tuch in a 5-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres survive late scare from Canucks
Opinion: Sabres get back on winning track by beating Vancouver
'All the players talked about after the final horn in Columbus on Saturday was having a good response after a loss, and we saw that. Luukkonen was spectacular, the team played with desperation, and I liked the battles along the walls.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres get back on winning track by beating Vancouver
Thompson feels Sabres have been good at 'staying level-headed and even keel' during hot streak
'He also went on to say it will be his first time in italy, and he will be looking forward to running into other teammates like Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Rasmus Dahlin playing for their respected countries. "It's awesome, it'll be a little awkward playing on the other side of them, but it'll be fun. I'm ready for some battles with Dahls [Dahlin] in the corner, and hopefully I … [Read more...] about Thompson feels Sabres have been good at ‘staying level-headed and even keel’ during hot streak
Opinion: Sabres 'Last 5': Back in contention
'After a great start the Sabres got way too loose and allowed the Blue Jackets to gain a two-goal lead. If they want to keep this streak alive, they’d need to get back to the defensive minded style that’s brought them to this point.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres ‘Last 5’: Back in contention
Sabres on pace for playoff race at midseason
'With a 22-15-4 record (48 points) in 41 games, the Sabres are one point out of a playoff spot with the eighth-best points percentage in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about Sabres on pace for playoff race at midseason
Tuch has goal, assist, Sabres hold off Canucks
'“Obviously, we let off the gas a little bit and let them get back in the game. I thought there was a couple of lucky bounces, but we stuck with it, we didn’t lose any confidence,” Tuch said. “We called the timeout (in the third period), we said, ‘Hey, regroup, let’s go get an empty-netter because we know they’re going to pull and let’s finish this game.’ That was the mentality … [Read more...] about Tuch has goal, assist, Sabres hold off Canucks
'So pumped for him' | Metsa’s first NHL goal proves crucial as Sabres beat Canucks
'“A little surprised – not necessarily that it went in, but in that moment, that I just scored,” said the 27-year-old rookie. “Yeah, crazy feeling. It’s something you’ve dreamed about since you were a little kid.”' … [Read more...] about ‘So pumped for him’ | Metsa’s first NHL goal proves crucial as Sabres beat Canucks