'“We’ve been through a lot,” said Tage Thompson, who scored two goals against the Blackhawks. “It’s my eighth year (with the Sabres). A lot of years of adversity. A lot of challenges. And I think that journey makes the destination feel that much better. The exciting part is that’s not the final destination for us. It’s, in a sense, just a start.”' … [Read more...] about ‘We’re not finished’: Sabres set playoff sights high, with Atlantic Division title firmly in hand
Archives for April 14, 2026
Sabres goalie Colten Ellis continues eventful season, prepares for playoffs
'“It would have been pretty hard to believe,” Ellis said Monday at United Center, when he looked back at the start of October. “I always dreamed and hoped that one day I’d play in the NHL, and I think it happened pretty quick, from the time I got picked up on waivers here. To look back at where I was then, versus now, it’s a pretty incredible thing.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Colten Ellis continues eventful season, prepares for playoffs
Buffalo Sabres quickly sell out first round playoff tickets
'Within about the first 15 minutes of being on sale to the general public, the home game playoff ticket allotment made available by the Buffalo Sabres for the first round is sold out.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres quickly sell out first round playoff tickets
Thompson scores twice, Sabres down Chicago to win first division title since 2010
'The Sabres’ last division title came in the 2009-10 season when they won the now-defunct five-team Northeast Division.' … [Read more...] about Thompson scores twice, Sabres down Chicago to win first division title since 2010
Tuesday's Chicago Coverage
Chicago Blackhawks lose 15th of last 18 home games — and the Buffalo Sabres clinch the Atlantic Division (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks' effort levels crash to zero in blowout loss to Sabres (Chicago Sun Times) Connor Bedard made smart decision to wait until this summer to negotiate next Blackhawks contract (Chicago Sun Times) Blackhawks go 0-for-5 on power play in loss to … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Chicago Coverage
Thompson stars as Sabres clinch Atlantic title with a 5-1 victory over Blackhawks
'Alex Tuch had a goal and an assist as Buffalo (50-23-8) posted its fourth consecutive win. Ryan McLeod and Josh Norris also scored, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 15 saves.' … [Read more...] about Thompson stars as Sabres clinch Atlantic title with a 5-1 victory over Blackhawks
Sabres clinch Atlantic Division with rout of Chicago
'The Sabres dialed up the intensity in the second period, as they boasted a 12-4 shot advantage in the 20-minute interval. One of those shots gave the blue and gold their first lead of the evening, when Tage Thompson showed off a whole lot of patience in front for his 39th goal of 2025-26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres clinch Atlantic Division with rout of Chicago
The Sabres win the division for the first time since 2010
'"Unbelievable job by our group from December on getting us to the place we're at right now, home ice is a huge advantage in playoffs and being able to give these fans that is something pretty special and it's just an opportunity to keep what we have here going and turn it into something special."' … [Read more...] about The Sabres win the division for the first time since 2010
Online only playoff ticket sales shut out some Sabres fans
'By 9:30, a small smattering of Sabres' fans were waiting in a cold, drenching rain when a team representative said the tickets were only be sold online and not at the box office. Frustration mounted among the fans. "It's stupid," said Sally, a former season ticket holder..' … [Read more...] about Online only playoff ticket sales shut out some Sabres fans
Tops' scores with Buffalo Sabres logo
'For the sextet of Tops' market, the traditional Buffalo Sabres' logo has been installed and replaces the "O" in the supermarket chain's logo.' … [Read more...] about Tops’ scores with Buffalo Sabres logo
For first time since 2010, Buffalo Sabres win their division and secure home ice in first round
'The Sabres' first-round opponent has not yet been finalized, but it will either be the Boston Bruins or the Ottawa Senators. Buffalo will play their first game at KeyBank Center on either Saturday, April 18th, or Sunday, April 19th.' … [Read more...] about For first time since 2010, Buffalo Sabres win their division and secure home ice in first round
Buffalo Sabres playoff tickets sell out fast as fans celebrate end of drought at watch parties
'Nearly 30,000 people waited in the online queue for tickets, which is well over the 19,000-seat capacity inside KeyBank Center. The organization said the tickets sold out quickly. If the Sabres advance to the next round, more ticket information will be announced at a later date.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres playoff tickets sell out fast as fans celebrate end of drought at watch parties
Tops Friendly Markets transforming storefront signage ahead of Buffalo Sabres playoff push
'“At Tops, we’re proud to stand alongside the Buffalo Sabres and their incredible fans," Ron Ferri, president of Tops Markets, said. "This storefront transformation is a fun and visible way for us to bring playoff excitement directly into our communities and show our unwavering support for the team as they make their playoff push."' … [Read more...] about Tops Friendly Markets transforming storefront signage ahead of Buffalo Sabres playoff push
Sabres claim division title with 50th victory of season
'The Sabres will be the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference and open the postseason against whichever of the wild-card playoff teams finishes higher, either the Bruins, who have 98 points going into their final game, or the Senators, who have 97 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres claim division title with 50th victory of season
New postseason banner displayed outside KeyBank Center
'With the Sabres headed to the postseason for the first time in over a decade, the team marked the occasion by hanging a new banner across the arena’s entrance. The banner includes Sabres players on one side, and what they’ll soon be playing for — the Stanley Cup — on the other side.' … [Read more...] about New postseason banner displayed outside KeyBank Center