Lightning play the Sabres, look to extend home win streak (AP) Nuts & Bolts: Matchup of division rivals (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Archives for February 2026
A replay challenge goes the Sabres' way, leaving Panthers howling in protest
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff: "When I looked at it, I thought it was a goal. Maybe I'm biased but he wasn't in the crease. His stick was out in front trying to deflect it and their goalie was reaching for it. I thought the longer the review went, the more it was in our favor. Because if it was clear-cut, they would have made a decision a lot quicker."' … [Read more...] about A replay challenge goes the Sabres’ way, leaving Panthers howling in protest
Sabres to stage 'Gold Medal Homecoming' for Tage Thompson Tuesday vs. Vegas
'Thompson and Team USA gold medal merchandise will be available at the Sabres Store, in addition to a commemorative puck for the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to stage ‘Gold Medal Homecoming’ for Tage Thompson Tuesday vs. Vegas
In addition to his grit, Peyton Krebs is providing lots of offense for Sabres
'"I'm just trying to continue what I do all year, getting in those positions and make those plays," Krebs said after the Sabres skated Friday morning in nearby Fort Lauderdale. "I've been working a lot in practice on shooting to score and making those plays. So just trying to contribute where I can."' … [Read more...] about In addition to his grit, Peyton Krebs is providing lots of offense for Sabres
Sabres goalie Alex Lyon stays hot in win over Panthers, approaching NHL record
'To wit: for $1.5 million this season, Lyon has compiled a 15-8-3 record with a 2.69 goals-against average, a .913 save percentage and two shutouts in 28 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Alex Lyon stays hot in win over Panthers, approaching NHL record
Sabres’ Zach Benson close to returning from injury
'“He was good enough that we got him down here last night,” Ruff said prior to Friday’s game against the Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zach Benson close to returning from injury
Saturday's Florida Coverage
Panthers’ Tarasov gives pointed response to Sabres’ go-ahead goal: ‘It was contact’ (Miami Herald) Panthers regular sidelined long-term, but a couple reinforcements close to return (Miami Herald) Recap: Sabres 3, Panthers 2 (FloridaPanthers.com) Photo gallery (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage
Lyon makes 27 saves against former Florida teammates, Sabres top Panthers 3-2
'Beck Malenstyn gave Buffalo a 2-1 lead with 8:22 left, sending a slap shot from the point through traffic and past Daniil Tarasov. Florida challenged for goalie interference after Buffalo defenseman Mattias Samuelsson’s stick made contact with Tarasov’s glove, but the goal stood.' … [Read more...] about Lyon makes 27 saves against former Florida teammates, Sabres top Panthers 3-2
Sabres grab two points, and season series, from Florida
'In all facets it was a strong result for the blue and gold -- two points for them, none for Florida, and a 3-1-0 record against the Panthers as the season series culminated inside Amerant Bank Arena on Friday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres grab two points, and season series, from Florida
Opinion: Malenstyn's late goal helps Sabres past Florida
'Friday started with goaltending, as Alex Lyon made plenty of good saves, especially while the score was 1-0, Buffalo, or 1-1, which it was until Beck Malenstyn scored at the 11:38 mark of the third period.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Malenstyn’s late goal helps Sabres past Florida
Buffalo Sabres honor Olympic gold medalist Tage Thompson on March 3 at home game
'Fans who attend the game will also receive a TNT gold medal rally towel. Tage Thompson and Team USA gold medal merchandise, as well as a commemorative puck, can be purchased at the Sabres Store.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres honor Olympic gold medalist Tage Thompson on March 3 at home game
Sabres edge Panthers, push road point streak to 8
'“There were a lot of moments last year where we were up in games and were not able to close it out,” Malenstyn said. “You could see a little bit of panic. From training camp through the first chunks of the season, it was kind of a slow build. We’re confident and comfortable in winning hockey games. That comes from experience and doing the right things consistently.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres edge Panthers, push road point streak to 8
'We stuck to our game plan' | Sabres stay consistent in win over Panthers
'"We’re comfortable and confident in those scenarios that our team’s going to do what we need to do to win hockey games," Malenstyn said. "And that only comes from experience and it comes from doing those right things consistently."' … [Read more...] about ‘We stuck to our game plan’ | Sabres stay consistent in win over Panthers
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Blais and the Rocket have a blast against Devon Levi (TVA Sports) Amerks honor late legend Scott Metcalfe with pregame tribute (WHAM-TV) Amerks close out February with 9-3 loss to Rocket (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
As they prepare to meet Sabres, Panthers deal with post-Olympic thoughts and big standings deficit
'"We understand the importance of every day, here, moving forward," Marchand said after the workout in Baptist Health IcePlex. "We understand the position we're in and the fight that we're going to need. But this team showed (when making the Stanley Cup final as a No. 8 seed in 2023), they can do that and be a force when they get in there. It's just going to come down to make … [Read more...] about As they prepare to meet Sabres, Panthers deal with post-Olympic thoughts and big standings deficit