'”It’s one step in the right direction,” Tuch said. “We’re one round in the playoffs and in our eyes, we haven’t done anything yet.”' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s an iconic series win for the Sabres, but it’s just the first step on the road
Archives for May 3, 2026
Inside the NHL: Historic goaltending by Alex Lyon key to Sabres' series win
'Lyon allowed only five goals, stopping 106 of 111 shots, and the only game he gave up two was Boston’s 2-1 overtime victory in Game 5.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Historic goaltending by Alex Lyon key to Sabres’ series win
As Sabres flourish and Bills finish stadium, new arena lease put on back burner
'Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said he’s in communication with Pete Guelli, the president of business operations for the Bills and Sabres, but actual arena lease negotiations between the two have not been stepped up or advanced in recent months.' … [Read more...] about As Sabres flourish and Bills finish stadium, new arena lease put on back burner
Bruce Andriatch: Our love for 'O Canada' is definitely about them. It's also about us
'It was the second time this month that our anthem affection engendered abundant attention. The first time came before Game 1, when some non-Buffalonians tuned in, heard us singing the Canadian anthem in addition to “The Star-Spangled Banner,” and took to social media to ask a reasonable question: “Why do they sing the Canadian national anthem before a game between two teams … [Read more...] about Bruce Andriatch: Our love for ‘O Canada’ is definitely about them. It’s also about us
Erik Brady: O Canada: We know the words by heart – and from the heart
'“We feel many Canadian hockey patrons will come here,” Northrup Knox said at the time, “and this will give them an identification with the club.” So did the club’s decision to play both the American and Canadian anthems before every home game. Other NHL teams in the United States typically play “O Canada” only when a Canadian team is in the house – even the Detroit Red Wings, … [Read more...] about Erik Brady: O Canada: We know the words by heart – and from the heart
My View: A Sabres playoff win led to an unforgettable family interaction
'Now 30, my youngest son attended his first Buffalo Sabres playoff game as an adult (15 years in the making!). I received a text from him when he got to the arena telling me how awesome the excitement was. A little while later, I received another text telling me how emotional it was when they had the singing of the national anthem. At the end of the second period, when the … [Read more...] about My View: A Sabres playoff win led to an unforgettable family interaction
Tenacious effort by Josh Doan creates Zach Benson’s goal to seal Game 6 and series for Sabres
'“There’s a chance you’re getting hit pretty hard there, but, yeah, you got to find a way to get a puck through there to Benny,” Doan said of his assist after the Sabres advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2007. “That’s a big-time play, a big-time goal there.”' … [Read more...] about Tenacious effort by Josh Doan creates Zach Benson’s goal to seal Game 6 and series for Sabres
NHL announces schedule for Sabres’ second-round playoff series
'Game 1, Wednesday, 7 p.m, Montreal/Tampa Bay at Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about NHL announces schedule for Sabres’ second-round playoff series
NHL Player Safety offers Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy in-person hearing after slash on Sabres’ Zach Benson
'No time and date have been announced. An in-person hearing gives the NHL the option of suspending McAvoy six game or more.' … [Read more...] about NHL Player Safety offers Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy in-person hearing after slash on Sabres’ Zach Benson
O Buffalo, you showed us what it means to be a good neighbor
'It all makes a thing called the Peace Bridge sound quaint and old-fashioned … until the people of Buffalo reminded our leaders, in the most Buffalo way possible, that we’re still very good friends.' … [Read more...] about O Buffalo, you showed us what it means to be a good neighbor
Sabres headed to second round of playoffs with bigger goals in mind
'“It was unreal,” said Dahlin, who had a goal and three assists in the series. “I like how we attacked this series as a team. A lot of experienced guys. Playing the way we did all series, it’s pretty cool. We have good things ahead. We can learn a lot from this.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres headed to second round of playoffs with bigger goals in mind
Sabres' Logan Stanley looms as a $1.25 million decision
'"Stanley had a wide range of outcomes following his trade to Buffalo," Larkin wrote on Friday. "A towering, mean defenseman with a heavy shot, he could establish himself as a difference maker on a team with potential to make a deep playoff run. On the other hand: Stanley, a below-average defender, could be exposed or given limited minutes during the stretch run and postseason … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Logan Stanley looms as a $1.25 million decision
Sabres' fans 1:30 a.m. greeting for Buffalo's players proves what this all means
'Captain Rasmus Dahlin posted a video on his Instagram story with the time on it as 1:28 a.m. -- and look at all the fans there to greet the Sabres as they left the airport...'. … [Read more...] about Sabres’ fans 1:30 a.m. greeting for Buffalo’s players proves what this all means
Sabres begin round two in Buffalo on Wednesday
'Games in Buffalo will be Wednesday and Friday. If they become necessary, the Sabres would host Game 5 on Thursday, May 14 and Game 7 on Monday, May 18.' … [Read more...] about Sabres begin round two in Buffalo on Wednesday
NHL releases schedule for Buffalo Sabres' second-round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup
'The series will begin on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at KeyBank Center against the winner of Sunday’s Game 7 between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning.' … [Read more...] about NHL releases schedule for Buffalo Sabres’ second-round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup