'Meanwhile, it feels like the Leafs need a new coach, a new general manager and perhaps more pieces picked from their core.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Leafs’ demise a big plus for Sabres, who need to capitalize on others’ troubles
Archives for March 14, 2026
Sabres right wing Alex Tuch ‘a possibility’ to play against Toronto
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff on Friday deemed Tuch “a possibility” to play Saturday when the Sabres host the Toronto Maple Leafs at 7 p.m. at KeyBank Center, the final regular-season meeting between the two teams this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres right wing Alex Tuch ‘a possibility’ to play against Toronto
'Beyond exciting, exhilarating and joyful': Resurgent Sabres are the talk of the town
'They are going out and gathering at restaurants and bars to watch the team. They are tuning in for games on TV in growing numbers. And they are buying all things Sabres.' … [Read more...] about ‘Beyond exciting, exhilarating and joyful’: Resurgent Sabres are the talk of the town
Sabres still prioritizing home ice advantage even if Toronto fans fill seats Saturday
'Pete Guelli, head of business operations for the Sabres, said around 3,500 tickets were sold for Saturday night’s game against the Maple Leafs at Key Bank Center from area codes in Canada, around the Toronto area. The vast majority of them were bought before the start of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres still prioritizing home ice advantage even if Toronto fans fill seats Saturday
After trade adds defense depth, Sabres’ Michael Kesselring sits out as scratch
'Kesselring, 26, has endured a difficult season after arriving in an offseason trade, battling injuries from the get-go and struggling to find a groove.' … [Read more...] about After trade adds defense depth, Sabres’ Michael Kesselring sits out as scratch
Sabres’ Alex Tuch could play Saturday; Mattias Samuelsson might miss game with injury
'Tuch said he felt “really good” after practicing today in LECOM Harborcenter. Coach Lindy Ruff said “it’s a possibility” the veteran could return for Saturday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch could play Saturday; Mattias Samuelsson might miss game with injury
As Sabres have shown, tanks don’t always follow the script
'The Sabres don’t have this quality. They are admired exactly as much as the final standings say they should be. They also don’t have a boldface name fronting the team. The Sabres are collectively good – which is a plus for their hockey prospects, but not so much for their bottom line.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres have shown, tanks don’t always follow the script
Saturday's Toronto Coverage
Maple Leafs visit the Sabres, aim to stop road losing streak (AP) Game Day vs Buffalo - Mar. 14, 2026 (MapleLeafs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Toronto Coverage
Dahlin rejects ‘pest’ label while driving the Sabres’ turnaround despite personal worries back home
'He’s leading Buffalo in averaging 24 minutes, 28 seconds of ice time per outing. He’s second on the Sabres with 60 points. And Dahlin’s feistiness is an indication of how determined the eighth-year player is to finally end Buffalo’s NHL-record 14-season playoff drought.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin rejects ‘pest’ label while driving the Sabres’ turnaround despite personal worries back home
Sabres' Alex Tuch gets $10 million contract update after no trade
'"Each win, and each inch of daylight north of the playoff bubble, made the decision to keep Alex Tuch easier, even if he’s an own rental," Larkin writes. "But now the Sabres have, hopefully, many more months to win Tuch’s heart. He had already expressed a strong desire to stay in Buffalo before the season started; if he can do so knowing he’s part of a Stanley Cup contender, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Tuch gets $10 million contract update after no trade
Sabres' winger sets new NHL record for fastest skating speed
'On Thursday night, Malenstyn reached a top speed of 24.94 miles per hour.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ winger sets new NHL record for fastest skating speed
Alex Tuch may be able to return Saturday, three others may be out
'"I’m good, really good," said Tuch on Friday following practice. "Today was better than yesterday, and I felt if I played yesterday, it would just continue to bother me. I’d rather just get ahead of it with the amount of games we have coming down the stretch, and making a push towards the playoffs. I just don’t want this to linger."' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch may be able to return Saturday, three others may be out
Sabres lean on greater sense of maturity to bounce back after seeing win streak snapped
'"You know there's parts of the game that we don't like the way we lose or lost this last one, and It's going to sting a little bit, but I think that's just great motivation moving forward to address those little things and not want that taste in your mouth again," said Sabres forward Beck Malenstyn.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lean on greater sense of maturity to bounce back after seeing win streak snapped
‘That’s what we do’ | Winning Sabres have risen to every physical challenge
'“I think it’s just contagious around the room,” Benson said. “A hundred percent, it’s a brotherhood in here. We’ve seen that. Almost everyone in this room has stuck up for someone. It’s impressive to see, and I think that shows with our record.' … [Read more...] about ‘That’s what we do’ | Winning Sabres have risen to every physical challenge
How tough love has helped mold Konsta Helenius into a budding star
'"The standard is you come to the rink to try to get better, not just come here because it's on the schedule,” Helenius said. “[Leone] always says be responsible, don't turn the puck over and if you play well defensively, you get the puck more and you can do more. When we have the puck, we can do good stuff with it and dominate the game."' … [Read more...] about How tough love has helped mold Konsta Helenius into a budding star