'"And honestly, it turned into such a cool moment, because, I mean, it just showed what an amazing fan base we have, that they joined in," Clune said. "You know, we're the City of Good Neighbors, and that's just a testament to that. This has just exploded. And I'm overwhelmed, but I'm overwhelmed in a good way.”' … [Read more...] about ‘I cried’: Buffalo Sabres fans step in and sing Canadian national anthem after singer’s mic cut out
Archives for April 2026
Microphone mishap turns into moving moment at KeyBank Center
'“As Cami began singing, you could tell her mic was going in and out,” said Kielec. “Everybody, the whole auditorium was singing along, it was amazing. It seemed like it got louder and louder and it was such a beautiful moment to be a part of.”' … [Read more...] about Microphone mishap turns into moving moment at KeyBank Center
Ostlund sidelined with injury, Norris 'ready to go,' Ruff says
'Forwards Sam Carrick, Jiri Kulich and Justin Danforth are still dealing with their injuries. No word yet on their exact return.' … [Read more...] about Ostlund sidelined with injury, Norris ‘ready to go,’ Ruff says
Sabres mic glitch sparks viral moment of unity inside KeyBank Center
'“I think it was just such a symbol of unity. Music is a universal language, and it's so powerful. And I think in that moment, it just ... music spoke for us. I think that's what it was. It really connected both countries together,” she said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres mic glitch sparks viral moment of unity inside KeyBank Center
Sabres ready to ‘relax’ back on road for Game 6 of Eastern 1st Round
'“There's a lot more going on at home for you as a player, I believe, than there is on the road,” coach Lindy Ruff said. “You’re kind of in quarantine and you’re at the hotel. We have team meals. You’re in a little bit more isolation; you're away from family and friends and kids, but that's all things you have to deal with. And I think sometimes the road team can play a little … [Read more...] about Sabres ready to ‘relax’ back on road for Game 6 of Eastern 1st Round
Playoff notebook | Ostlund to miss time; moving on from Game 5
'“The news wasn’t good,” Ruff said. “Don’t know exactly how much we know, but he’s gonna miss some time.”' … [Read more...] about Playoff notebook | Ostlund to miss time; moving on from Game 5
Sabres head to Boston with second chance at finishing first-round series against Bruins
'The Sabres, though, couldn’t match the offensive push they made Sunday at TD Garden, despite putting 27 shots on Swayman. “They played good, and it’s a super-tight game,” Dahlin said. “We should have just put a couple more pucks in the net, that’s what it comes down to.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres head to Boston with second chance at finishing first-round series against Bruins
Noah Ostlund's injury another blow to Sabres amid Game 5 loss to Bruins
'“He came back and tried, but it doesn’t look good,” said Ruff.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund’s injury another blow to Sabres amid Game 5 loss to Bruins
Sabres notebook: Josh Norris, Jason Zucker, Tyson Kozak available for Game 5 against Boston
'The Sabres didn’t disclose the nature of the injury that kept Norris out of Game 3 and Game 4, and Norris didn’t offer much, despite the fact that he went into the end boards during the second period of Game 1 and missed the final four-plus minutes of the period, then returned for the remainder of the game. Norris logged 16 minutes, 32 seconds of ice time over 23 shifts in … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Josh Norris, Jason Zucker, Tyson Kozak available for Game 5 against Boston
Erik Brady: Thurman Thomas is a big fan of the Sabres – and of their No. 34
'Thomas is speaking of Alex Lyon, the Sabres' hot goaltender, who won Games 3 and 4 in Boston against the Bruins. He'll almost certainly start again in Tuesday's potentially series-clinching game five at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Erik Brady: Thurman Thomas is a big fan of the Sabres – and of their No. 34
Sabres lose game to Bruins in OT, Noah Ostlund to injury: ‘It doesn’t look good’
'The Sabres lost more than the game. Center Noah Ostlund, a rookie the Sabres utilize like a veteran, suffered a lower-body injury in the first period when he got tangled with Casey Mittelstadt along the boards.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose game to Bruins in OT, Noah Ostlund to injury: ‘It doesn’t look good’
Sabres notes: Peyton Krebs thriving in first playoff action; Josh Norris misses another game
'Krebs picked up where he left off during the regular season. Following a slow start, he found a groove and spent most of the second half skating at left wing on the top line alongside center Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Peyton Krebs thriving in first playoff action; Josh Norris misses another game
Wednesday's Boston Coverage
Bruins beat Sabres in Game 5 on David Pastrnak’s overtime goal to keep first-round playoff series alive (Boston Globe) The Bruins cleaned up their turnovers and simplified their game, and they live to fight another day (Boston Globe) Marco Sturm opts for canceling morning skate ahead of do-or-die Game 5 vs. Sabres (Boston Globe) David Pastrnak OT winner lifts Bruins over … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Boston Coverage
Pastrnak scores 9:14 into OT and Bruins avoid elimination with 2-1 win over Sabres
'Set up by Lindholm, Pastrnak scored on a breakaway 9:14 into overtime, and the Bruins avoided elimination with a 2-1 win in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Tuesday night.' … [Read more...] about Pastrnak scores 9:14 into OT and Bruins avoid elimination with 2-1 win over Sabres
Noah Ostlund injury update is bad news for Sabres
'A few minutes later, Ostlund returned to take a skate around the ice during a stoppage, but he must've not liked the way his leg felt.' … [Read more...] about Noah Ostlund injury update is bad news for Sabres
