'The Sabres didn’t make it easy on Luukkonen, and allowed yet another team to climb back into the game after they had taken a 3-0 lead at 2:25 of the second on Zach Benson’s goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep it simple in front of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen to secure 4-2 win at Montreal
Archives for January 23, 2026
‘He should be locked up’: Josh Doan’s first-half surge with Sabres nets seven-year contract extension
'Doan quickly ingrained himself into the Sabres’ culture, and has become a significant piece this season, so far. He got some extra job security this week; the Sabres announced Wednesday that Doan agreed to and signed a seven-year contract extension with an average annual value (AAV) of $3.95 million.' … [Read more...] about ‘He should be locked up’: Josh Doan’s first-half surge with Sabres nets seven-year contract extension
In beating Canadiens, Sabres showcase maturity; Buffalo loses players to injury
'“But especially our good team play right now has been awesome to be part of it,” Luukkonen said. “You want to win for your team you want to play well for your team, especially when we are on the hunt for a playoff spot. It’s fun to come to the rink every day.”' … [Read more...] about In beating Canadiens, Sabres showcase maturity; Buffalo loses players to injury
Maturity, not just talent, earned Sabres’ Josh Doan new contract after trade
'“I think character sets him apart,” Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said on Thursday, a day after Doan signed a seven-year, $48.75 million extension. “His work ethic, he comes to the rink every day with the mindset of getting better. That shows the work pays off.”' … [Read more...] about Maturity, not just talent, earned Sabres’ Josh Doan new contract after trade
This Sabres player is following in his father's footsteps
'“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” Kekäläinen pointed out. “I know his father a little. You don’t often meet a guy like him who has the charisma and presence of Shane Doan. He did a great job as a parent, I can tell you that.”' … [Read more...] about This Sabres player is following in his father’s footsteps
Friday's Montreal Coverage
Hidden Game: Canadiens stake Buffalo to three-goal lead and, for once, fail to fight back (Montreal Gazette) About Last Night: Canadiens can't make up ground in Atlantic Division race (Montreal Gazette) The Sabres pull off another upset against the Canadiens (Journal de Montreal) When details make the difference: The Canadiens suffer a second loss in a week against the … [Read more...] about Friday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres hold off Canadiens' comeback bid, continue scorching run
'The Sabres took an early 3-0 lead, thanks to goals by Jason Zucker, Beck Malenstyn and Zach Benson before seeing Montreal respond with a pair of goals in the second period. Peyton Krebs added an empty-net goal to cap off the scoring for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold off Canadiens’ comeback bid, continue scorching run
Sabres beat Montreal, gain ground in Atlantic race
'For the second time in a week, the Buffalo Sabres took care of the Montreal Canadiens in regulation. "Four-point" swing games are massive when it comes to a playoff push, and once again the Sabres were on the right side of the head-to-head decision.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Montreal, gain ground in Atlantic race
Malacaro: Sabres find a way in Montreal
'Not only did Buffalo hold the Canadiens to 0 for 3 on the power play, but Malenstyn’s shorthanded goal was the only special teams score of the game. Alex Tuch had a chance of his own but was stopped on the breakaway.' … [Read more...] about Malacaro: Sabres find a way in Montreal
Sabres playoff odds well above 50% after 50 games played
'Winning 17 of the past 21 games, the most in the NHL since Dec. 9, Buffalo boasts its best record (28-17-5) at the 50-game benchmark is its best since the 2009-10 season that resulted in a Northeast Division title. The Sabres currently lead the wild-card standings in the Eastern Conference with 61 points, two behind the Canadiens for the third Atlantic Division playoff spot … [Read more...] about Sabres playoff odds well above 50% after 50 games played
Luukkonen makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Canadiens
'“It's fun to come into this building and take points away,” Luukkonen said. “So I think we kind of calmed it down after the two goals they scored. You know, I think we just played a good game today.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen makes 32 saves, Sabres hold off Canadiens
Sabres weather another hostile storm, inch closer to Canadiens
'The Sabres built a three-goal lead, bent but didn’t break in the second period, then closed it out with another strong third, extending their incredible run to 17-3-1. That includes a 10-2-0 stretch on the road, highlighted by wins in Edmonton, Dallas, and now Montreal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres weather another hostile storm, inch closer to Canadiens
‘Why wait?’ | Contract extension a no-brainer for Doan, Sabres
'“It’s a huge honor that they put the trust in me to sign a deal long term like that,” he said after Thursday’s morning skate at Bell Centre. “… You can feel there’s an exciting young group that’s competitive, and any time you get a chance to be a part of a group like that, you want to make sure you are.”' … [Read more...] about ‘Why wait?’ | Contract extension a no-brainer for Doan, Sabres