'Getting a chance with Josh Norris out of the lineup, Helenius made his NHL debut Monday in Carolina and had his stamps all over Game 2 of his career Tuesday in Bridgestone Arena.' … [Read more...] about Konsta Helenius, Alex Lyon are the big performers as Sabres hit the right notes in Music City
Archives for January 21, 2026
Wednesday's Nashville Coverage
Nashville Predators comeback vs Buffalo Sabres falls short in 5-3 loss (Nashville Tennessean) Andrew Brunette sounded upset after Predators' loss to Sabres. Here's why (Nashville Tennessean) Photo gallery (Nashville Tennessean) Preds Begin Homestand With Loss to Sabres (NashvillePredators.com) Photo gallery (NashvillePredators.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Nashville Coverage
Helenius scores first NHL goal to lead Sabres over Predators 5-3
'Noah Ostlund scored twice, Tage Thompson and Peyton Krebs also scored and Alex Lyon made 32 saves for the Sabres, 3-1-1 in their last five games.' … [Read more...] about Helenius scores first NHL goal to lead Sabres over Predators 5-3
Sabres back in win column at Nashville
'Fueled by a three-goal first period, the blue and gold took care of the Nashville Predators by a final score of 5-3 at Bridgestone Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres back in win column at Nashville
Sabres find a way to hang on and win in Nashville
'The Sabres held on and got to the second intermission still up 4-2. The new maturity of this team continues to show and they regathered and calmed things down in the third. They got caught in the third giving Nashville a 3-on-2 rush making it 4-3, but they started doing the little things necessary to win hockey games. Peyton Krebs put it away with an empty net goal at 18:14, … [Read more...] about Sabres find a way to hang on and win in Nashville
Ruff feels there's 'one more step' to winning ways in Buffalo
'"We've been making some great plays. Hanging onto the puck. I thought, especially in the first period, we deferred a little bit too much to maybe too pretty a play, you know, I referenced that after the game. We wanted to try to create as much pressure inside the game and create some odd numbered rushes, because they're really aggressive on you. And I think we did that."' … [Read more...] about Ruff feels there’s ‘one more step’ to winning ways in Buffalo
Sabre youths flourish as Buffalo closes out win in Nashville
'Lyon shut the door over the final 9:30 after the Predators nearly came back scoring three times in 20 minutes, two coming from Ryan O’Reilly, a former Sabre.' … [Read more...] about Sabre youths flourish as Buffalo closes out win in Nashville
Documents show Sabres hired Albany lobbying firm to push for arena renovation funding
'While the documents confirm the lobbying effort, many details remain unclear — including how much public funding could be sought, what specific upgrades are being discussed, and when any potential renovation project might begin. Team officials indicate those conversations are still in early stages and would take place after two major events scheduled at the arena later this … [Read more...] about Documents show Sabres hired Albany lobbying firm to push for arena renovation funding
Helenius gets 1st 3 NHL points, Sabres hold off Predators
'Noah Ostlund scored twice, and Peyton Krebs had a goal and an assist for the Sabres (27-17-5), who were 0-1-1 in their previous two games. Alex Lyon returned from a lower-body injury and made 32 saves in his first game since Dec. 29.' … [Read more...] about Helenius gets 1st 3 NHL points, Sabres hold off Predators
Kids lead the way to Sabres’ 5-3 win in Nashville
'Rookie forward Noah Ostlund, 21, scored two goals. Konsta Helenius, 19 and playing his second NHL game, scored his first. Their dominant period, in tandem with 20-year-old linemate Zach Benson, provided the early cushion in a 5-3 Sabres win over the Nashville Predators.' … [Read more...] about Kids lead the way to Sabres’ 5-3 win in Nashville