'“It doesn’t happen a lot,” Sabres right wing Josh Doan said. “You look around at how many teams have 100 points in the playoff s, every year, and there’s usually five or six, and to be one of those teams is exciting.”' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres need two points to join the NHL’s century club. What’s gotten them this close to 100 points in a season?
Archives for March 31, 2026
Years after trade, Sabres’ Peyton Krebs becomes first-liner and driver; Buffalo expected to change lineup
'Krebs, 25, needed more than three years to get here. He struggled for stretches, sometimes failing to meet the lofty expectations that accompany high-end prospects. He reinvented himself, earning his keep as a high-octane checking forward willing to showcase a rugged style and drop the gloves.' … [Read more...] about Years after trade, Sabres’ Peyton Krebs becomes first-liner and driver; Buffalo expected to change lineup
Sabres recall rookie Zach Metsa from Rochester Amerks
'The Sabres on Thursday assigned Metsa to the AHL so he could play big minutes instead of sitting out in Buffalo as a healthy scratch.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall rookie Zach Metsa from Rochester Amerks
Tuesday's New York Coverage
Sabres host the Islanders after shootout victory (AP) Game Preview: Islanders at Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage
How the Sabres became the NHL's newest Stanley Cup contender
'"We had to have a few meetings," captain Rasmus Dahlin said. "Eventually it just clicked. We realized that it's us in here that's been the problem. We can blame other guys, but it's us in here that really had to do it. And we came together and started playing better, and went through that adversity together."' … [Read more...] about How the Sabres became the NHL’s newest Stanley Cup contender
Sabres' quest to end 14-year playoff drought has massive stakes tonight
'And on this Tuesday night in particular, a lot can happen. The Sabres can drop their magic number as low as 3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ quest to end 14-year playoff drought has massive stakes tonight
Kesselring and Greenway may be back in the lineup on Tuesday
'Kesselring has been scratched for nine straight games while Greenway has been out since Jan. 22 with his injury. Kesselring was paired with Logan Stanley while Greenway was on a line with Sam Carrick and Beck Malenstyn. Lindy Ruff said,' … [Read more...] about Kesselring and Greenway may be back in the lineup on Tuesday
'Everyone knows what we're playing for': 1-on-1 with Buffalo Sabres forward Zach Benson
'When the Buffalo Sabres need someone to make a play, forward Zach Benson is constantly the man who steps up. In the Sabres' last 10 games, Benson has eight points and has made crucial plays late in games to help lift his team to victory.' … [Read more...] about ‘Everyone knows what we’re playing for’: 1-on-1 with Buffalo Sabres forward Zach Benson
On the verge of snapping playoff drought, Sabres playing with 'swagger'
'"It's just an awesome buzz this time of year," Ruff said. "It's what you should expect when the team is doing well and everybody's getting behind the team."' … [Read more...] about On the verge of snapping playoff drought, Sabres playing with ‘swagger’
‘He’s a driver’ | Krebs’ energy a constant during playoff push
'“On the bench, or any game you feel you need some energy, I’ll go lay out a big hit or try to do something to start the boys up,” he said after Monday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “I feel like when you do those things, it brings guys together and makes them want to do the same.”' … [Read more...] about ‘He’s a driver’ | Krebs’ energy a constant during playoff push