'The Penguins and Sabres combined for 13 penalties, including a game misconduct, four special-teams goals, a failed challenge for goaltender interference and a second-period showdown between two of the NHL’s stars.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres stay cool, composed in win at Pittsburgh
Archives for March 6, 2026
Sabres notes: Players stay steady, ahead of trade deadline, playoff pursuit
'“We have a younger group of guys, but I think we’ve got a lot of strong leaders in the room, guys that have played in big moments and know what it’s all about,” Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram said ahead of a 7 p.m. game Thursday against Pittsburgh at PPG Paints Arena. “We have a really strong leadership group, but veteran guys always help the guys that have been through it as … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Players stay steady, ahead of trade deadline, playoff pursuit
Sabres acquire Logan Stanley, Luke Schenn from Winnipeg for Jacob Bryson, Isak Rosen
'Carrick, 34, has four goals and six assists in 60 games this season with the Rangers, and is in his 10th NHL season. Carrick would boost the Sabres' faceoff proficiency; he has a faceoff percentage of 53.9 this season (214/183), and a career faceoff percentage of 52%.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Logan Stanley, Luke Schenn from Winnipeg for Jacob Bryson, Isak Rosen
Reports: Colton Parayko won't waive no-trade clause, ending Sabres-Blues deal
'Parayko, the St. Louis Blues' defenseman, has decided not to waive his no-trade clause, according to multiple reports Thursday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Colton Parayko won’t waive no-trade clause, ending Sabres-Blues deal
Sabres beat Penguins to move into first place; Buffalo reportedly makes trades
'When center Josh Norris scored at 4:10 on the ensuing five-minute power-play – the Penguins lost their goalie interference challenge – the Sabres seized full control.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Penguins to move into first place; Buffalo reportedly makes trades
Sabres notes: Josh Norris healthy and thriving one year after trade
'“I’ve really enjoyed my time (in Buffalo),” Norris said prior to Tuesday’s 3-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights at KeyBank Center. “The locker room is unbelievable, and it’s honestly so much fun coming to the rink every day.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Josh Norris healthy and thriving one year after trade
Friday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Suspension likely for Evgeni Malkin after slash up high in Penguins loss to Sabres (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Kyle Dubas updates Evgeni Malkin contract talks, offers hints at trade deadline plans (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins lose to Sabres, could lose Evgeni Malkin to suspension after slashing incident (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Penguins notebook: Injured forward … [Read more...] about Friday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Friday's Winnipeg Coverage
Jets send Stanley, Schenn to Sabres (Winnipeg Free Press) Gone: Jets ship out Stanley, Schenn, on eve of deadline (Winnipeg Sun) Winnipeg Jets send defencemen Schenn and Stanley to Buffalo Sabres (CP) Jets acquire Jacob Bryson, Isak Rosén, a second-round pick, and a fourth-round pick from the Buffalo Sabres for Luke Schenn and Logan Stanley (WinnipegJets.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Winnipeg Coverage
McLeod and Tuch score short-handed goals to power Sabres past Penguins, 5-1
'McLeod now has a league-best five short-handed goals this season. Josh Norris added a power-play goal, Owen Power scored and Mattias Samuelsson scored an empty-net goal for the Sabres, who won their fifth straight game.' … [Read more...] about McLeod and Tuch score short-handed goals to power Sabres past Penguins, 5-1
Sabres acquire Stanley, Schenn from Jets ahead of trade deadline
'Stanley and Schenn can become unrestricted free agents this offseason. Buffalo sent forward prospect Isak Rosen, defenseman Jacob Bryson, a 2027 second-round pick and the better of the Sabres' fourth-round pick or the Edmonton Oilers' fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft. The Jets retained 50% of Schenn's contract as part of the trade.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acquire Stanley, Schenn from Jets ahead of trade deadline
Why Colton Parayko isn't coming to the Sabres in trade from Blues after nightmare news for Buffalo
'In that span of time, Parayko would've had to be informed of the agreed-to trade, and because of the clause in his contract, he was then given time to decide if he'd agree to the move or not.' … [Read more...] about Why Colton Parayko isn’t coming to the Sabres in trade from Blues after nightmare news for Buffalo
Who is Sam Carrick? Sabres trade for 34-year old center from Rangers
'He's not going to get lots of ice time, but Carrick is a particular kind of tone setter who can bring energy to a new team.' … [Read more...] about Who is Sam Carrick? Sabres trade for 34-year old center from Rangers
Sabres' Colton Parayko trade replacement could be former top-10 Buffalo draft pick
'The cost wouldn't be cheap. The Flyers reportedly want a first-round pick and more.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Colton Parayko trade replacement could be former top-10 Buffalo draft pick
Who can the Sabres target following the Colton Parayko fallout?
'The Finnish defenseman carries a $5.1-million cap hit for this season and the next. With that, the Sabres won’t have to worry about him rejecting a trade since he has no trade protection.' … [Read more...] about Who can the Sabres target following the Colton Parayko fallout?
Sabres close to trade for 2 Jets, including a 2-time Cup winner and a 6-foot-7 lefty
'"I’m not sure it gets finalized tonight or announced but you can probably assume from the posts I believe the Sabres are closing in on acquiring Logan Stanley. I also believe Luke Schenn could be coming in that deal as well. Again this in the close category as of now."' … [Read more...] about Sabres close to trade for 2 Jets, including a 2-time Cup winner and a 6-foot-7 lefty