'"A lot of speed, a lot of skill. They play with a lot of pace, and they're well-coached," McLeod said. "It's going to be a good test for it. They're kind of a younger team, like us, so it's going to be fun. They play with a high level of intensity, and it's going to take all of us going."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: After clinchers on the road, Sabres and Habs getting down to business
Archives for May 5, 2026
Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin named Masterton Trophy finalist
'Dahlin has been named along with Winnipeg center Jonathan Toews and Colorado captain Gabriel Landeskog in voted by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association. The winner will be announced in June.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin named Masterton Trophy finalist
In Canadiens, ‘resilient’ Sabres face stiff challenge in second round of playoffs
'The Sabres and Canadiens know each other well, having played four times during the regular season. The speedy teams closely mirror each other.' … [Read more...] about In Canadiens, ‘resilient’ Sabres face stiff challenge in second round of playoffs
Sabres’ Sam Carrick could return from arm injury in second round; Rasmus Dahlin finalist for Masterton
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said today that Carrick, who has missed the last 13 games after injuring his left arm in a fight March 31, plans to see team doctors today. If everything goes well, he could join his teammates for Tuesday’s practice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sam Carrick could return from arm injury in second round; Rasmus Dahlin finalist for Masterton
Our view: Magical ride continues for Sabres
'This next round promises to be compelling. Montreal plays a lot like Buffalo. They are fast, use their defensemen for offensive rushes and have received great goaltending.' … [Read more...] about Our view: Magical ride continues for Sabres
"He's a little rat": this is the Sabres player that Habs fans are going to learn to hate
'At 5'10" and 177 lbs, the British Columbian doesn't look particularly intimidating at first glance, but his speed and tenacity make him a formidable weapon. In the playoffs, he became a completely different player, racking up 28 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about “He’s a little rat”: this is the Sabres player that Habs fans are going to learn to hate
A spectacular comeback since mid-December: there's a before and after for the Sabres
'The irony is that almost no one, except for a few enthusiasts, remembers that a week later, the Sabres had thanked their general manager, Kevyn Adams, to replace him with Jarmo Kekäläinen.' … [Read more...] about A spectacular comeback since mid-December: there’s a before and after for the Sabres
Tuesday's Montreal Coverage
Did the Forum ghosts wake up and make trip to Tampa with Canadiens? (Montreal Gazette) Todd: Stanley Cup hopes of a nation rest on Canadiens' shoulders (Montreal Gazette) First appearance in the second round since 2021: the rebuild is complete. (Journal de Montreal) "He's a little rat": this is the Sabres player that Habs fans are going to learn to hate (Journal de … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Montreal Coverage
Sabres' Alex Lyon surprise is huge story heading into Canadiens series
'"There's a feeling among coaches and executives that few teams can get through the playoffs with one goaltender," Clark writes. "What Lyon has done reinforces why tandems are so important beyond the regular season. His coming in for Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in Game 2 -- only to then take over the net with a .955 save percentage to close out the series -- was a turning point for … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Alex Lyon surprise is huge story heading into Canadiens series
Ruff thinks Benson knows what he's doing with his game
'“He’s pretty damn good at it, I don’t think I need to give him any guidance. I think the guidance over these couple of years has been not crossing the line, and not taking foolish penalties. I think there was a point last year where he took unnecessary penalties and I think he’s realized that there’s been times he’s hurt the team and now he’s got that part of his game in a … [Read more...] about Ruff thinks Benson knows what he’s doing with his game
Preview: Sabres-Canadiens set for Round 2
'There's likely to be more offense in this series compared to the Sabres' Round 1 series with Boston. Buffalo and Montreal ranked 5th and 7th in goals scored this season, with 283 and 279, respectively.' … [Read more...] about Preview: Sabres-Canadiens set for Round 2
Round Two Sabres Tickets Still Pricey, In Demand
'Tickets for games One, Two, Five, and Seven in Buffalo sold out quickly after they became available on Saturday, leaving only tickets on the secondary market at sky high prices. The get in price for games in Buffalo on secondary markets is hovering at about $400.' … [Read more...] about Round Two Sabres Tickets Still Pricey, In Demand
The stage is set: Sabres to face Canadiens in Round 2 of Stanley Cup Playoffs
'“They have a lot of speed, a lot of skill, they play with a lot of pace and they're well coached,” Sabres forward Ryan McLeod added. “So, it's going to be a good test for us, and they're, you know, kind of a younger team like us, so that's going to be fun.”' … [Read more...] about The stage is set: Sabres to face Canadiens in Round 2 of Stanley Cup Playoffs
Buffalo Sabres playoff matchup against Montreal draws strong demand from both sides of border
'"Oh, the demand is huge. There are high expectations on both sides," Giammusso said. "Southern Ontario is just right across the border; it's a short commute. There are a lot of Montreal fans that live in Southern Ontario, and it's going to be a great series."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres playoff matchup against Montreal draws strong demand from both sides of border
Sabres playoff run creating a boost for local businesses
'“It’s amazing, you think of hockey as a winter sport, but we’ve been selling 80 to 90 percent t-shirts now and less hoodies which is great for us, just for sheer space for us to kind of keep all the inventory that we need,” Store716 co-owner David Gram said. “People are buying bathing suits, and tank tops, and all the stuff, we’re all anticipating those really warm nights … [Read more...] about Sabres playoff run creating a boost for local businesses