Archives for April 8, 2026

'The Sabres forechecked ferociously, were moving their feet through the neutral zone − especially Alex Tuch − and were first to pucks all over the ice. Their breakout passes were crisp and their goaltending was on point, as Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen improved to 10-2-1 in his last 13 decisions and got to 20 wins for the third straight season.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres recapture magic, send a message to Lightning

'Sabres fans have waited nearly 20 years to loathe a villain like this. In the final moments of their 16th consecutive sellout, groups in the 300 level chanted, "We want Hagel!" Hagel, who was not available due to injury, got ejected and fined $5,000 for punching Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin in the back of the head on March 8. There were five fights, 102 penalty minutes and 15 … [Read more...] about Lance Lysowski: Jon Cooper gave Sabres fans more reasons to despise Tampa Bay

'“It is the fans who are paying to be here and taking time out, being dedicated,” said Ray. “If the fan is not there, the organization is not there. So, it is by far more relieving or more excitement for the fans.”' … [Read more...] about Alan Pergament: Ray, Dunleavy on the end of the drought, WNY’s excitement and what Jeanneret would be thinking