'“He’s a very tough character that will be there for teammates, too, at the same time,” Ruff said of Stanley, who has 96 hits, 69 blocked shots and 99 penalty minutes. “He’s got a bomb for a shot. He’s having a good offensive year. He brings us good, two-way hockey.”' … [Read more...] about New Sabres Logan Stanley, Sam Carrick ready to help in playoff chase
Archives for March 10, 2026
NHL fines Tampa Bay's Brandon Hagel for ambush of Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin
'The NHL announced Monday morning that its department of player safety has fined Hagel $5,000 "for serving as the aggressor in an altercation" after he swarmed Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin from behind in the early minutes of the second period of the Sabres' 8-7 win against the Lightning on Sunday at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about NHL fines Tampa Bay’s Brandon Hagel for ambush of Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin
Numbers games: Scanning the history books on the Sabres' incredible win over Tampa Bay
'The 15 combined goals were the most in a game at KeyBank Center since it opened in 1996. The previous record was 14, set in a 10-4 loss to Dallas on March 9, 2023.' … [Read more...] about Numbers games: Scanning the history books on the Sabres’ incredible win over Tampa Bay
Sabres notes: Logan Stanley displaying offensive growth; Brandon Hagel fined for punches
'After registering just one goal in each of his first five NHL campaigns, the 6-foot-7, 231-pound defenseman has already scored nine times. He had never surpassed the 14-point mark before recording 21 points in 59 games for the Winnipeg Jets.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Logan Stanley displaying offensive growth; Brandon Hagel fined for punches
Rochester Amerks loan Sabres prospect Nikita Novikov to Kings’ AHL affiliate
'Novikov, 22, spent the last three seasons with the Amerks, compiling 15 goals, 62 points, 138 points and a plus-54 rating in 183 games.' … [Read more...] about Rochester Amerks loan Sabres prospect Nikita Novikov to Kings’ AHL affiliate
Sabres bring area excitement, energy
'Fans who have lived through a 14-year playoff drought now see their team in first place and riding a seven-game winning streak. So exciting was Sunday’s tilt, that numerous sports outlets were calling it the Game of the Year, including FanDuel Sports.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring area excitement, energy
Simmons: What's behind the shocking rise of the Buffalo Sabres?
'“Our group is really tight,” Kekalainen said. “They’ve shown it on many occasions this season. Every time we get pushed, we push book. That was a big test for this team. It’s great and I love it.”' … [Read more...] about Simmons: What’s behind the shocking rise of the Buffalo Sabres?
Tuesday's San Jose Coverage
Sabres host the Sharks after Tuch’s 2-goal performance (AP) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s San Jose Coverage
Tage Thompson named NHL's 'Third Star' of the Week
'Over the course of four games this past week, Thompson was able to contribute two goals and five assists for seven points. This included a four-assist night on Sunday night in Buffalo's wild 8-7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson named NHL’s ‘Third Star’ of the Week
Sabres' success leading to increase in merchandise sales
'With the excitement back amongst the fans surrounding the Sabres, especially following an electric 8-7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, many fans flocked to retailers like the BFLO Store on Monday to stock up on some merchandise and help sport their favorite hockey team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ success leading to increase in merchandise sales
The success of the Buffalo Sabres is a win for fans and downtown businesses
'"Bought a brand new Sabres hat, and pumped up for the rest of the year here. It's been a long time since I've bought anything Sabres gear; it was time," Sypniewski said.' … [Read more...] about The success of the Buffalo Sabres is a win for fans and downtown businesses
Sabres fans celebrate team’s big win against Tampa
'“He was like, ‘I can’t stop thinking about this game-I can’t stop thinking about this game,’ and I was like, ‘Son, you basically witnessed probably one of the best games the Sabres have played collectively,'” said Gritzke. “The fans were so resilient. Even though we went down a couple goals, with the fans being resilient and just supporting the team like we all were, I think … [Read more...] about Sabres fans celebrate team’s big win against Tampa
Sabres' playoff push ignites fan frenzy, rekindling a hockey hotbed
'The excitement has also been contagious inside the arena. Supporters described a roaring crowd, constant chants, and strangers celebrating together after big plays.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ playoff push ignites fan frenzy, rekindling a hockey hotbed
Thompson named NHL’s 3rd Star of the Week
'Thompson had seven points (2+5) as he helped lead the Sabres to a 4-0-0 week. In Sunday’s 8-7 thriller against Tampa Bay, he tallied a career-high four assists while extending his points streak to 11 games (6+9), also a career best.' … [Read more...] about Thompson named NHL’s 3rd Star of the Week
This Day in Sabres History | Perreault looks back on 500th goal celebration
'“It was a great, great night,” Perreault said. “A great night to remember.”' … [Read more...] about This Day in Sabres History | Perreault looks back on 500th goal celebration