'The Sabres acquired the 10th-year player in a trade with the New York Rangers on March 5. Carrick immediately took over as Buffalo’s fourth-line center, and has handled key faceoffs, especially in late-game situations in the Sabres defensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres expect to welcome back center Carrick for 2nd-round playoff series against Montreal
Archives for May 6, 2026
Sabres host Canadiens in 2nd round with youthful teams eager to go on long playoff run
'The Sabres converted 1 of 24 power-play opportunities against Boston. Their 4.2% conversion rate was tied for 865th out of 897 teams having 20 or more opportunities in a playoff series since 1978, according to Sportradar. Buffalo also went 0 for 22 on the power play over its final seven regular-season games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres host Canadiens in 2nd round with youthful teams eager to go on long playoff run
Five things to know as Canadiens face Sabres in series of youth and skill
'Buffalo’s first line of Thompson, Alex Tuch and Peyton Krebs, meanwhile, drove the offence with eight even-strength goals in six games against the Bruins. The Sabres’ issues came on the power play, where they went a dismal 1-for-24 in the first round.' … [Read more...] about Five things to know as Canadiens face Sabres in series of youth and skill
A lesson for the Sabres from the Buffalo Bills
'This current era of the Bills has Josh Allen, one of the most talented human beings to ever step onto a football field, and hasn't even played in a Super Bowl, let alone won one.' … [Read more...] about A lesson for the Sabres from the Buffalo Bills
Niagara Falls gets in on the Sabres-Canadiens NHL playoff series
'Ironically because these are the Canadiens' colors, the Canadian side of the water will be lit up in red, white and blue.' … [Read more...] about Niagara Falls gets in on the Sabres-Canadiens NHL playoff series
Carrick is excited to get back soon
'“It’s been amazing, I wouldn’t say that I’m surprised, just from the time I’ve been here, just to see what kind of group we have here, how resilient and how close we are, and it can be a lot of pressure, but from what I’ve seen so far, guys have done an unbelievable job."' … [Read more...] about Carrick is excited to get back soon
Sabres plan Round 2 watch parties, including event at KeyBank Center
'For Games 3 and 4 on the road, the Sabres will host watch parties at Seneca Resorts and Casinos. For Game 6, fans can buy a $5 ticket to watch the game on the video board at KeyBank Center. Proceeds will benefit the Buffalo Sabres Foundation.' … [Read more...] about Sabres plan Round 2 watch parties, including event at KeyBank Center
Donna McDaniel on "We're Gonna Win That Cup'
'McDaniel Pavlock says she got a laugh about the arrangement. "It was in the wrong key for every singer that's ever sung this song. It was so it was so low for me and for one of the other girls that sang it, and he just didn't know how to transpose, I guess, because he kept in it and that same key for every one of the people that did it," she says. Nevertheless, it was knocked … [Read more...] about Donna McDaniel on “We’re Gonna Win That Cup’
Sam Carrick nearing return for Buffalo Sabres as they prepare for Montreal Canadiens in second round
'"Everyone's kind of done a great job of just getting me to this point," Carrick said Tuesday. "I'm thankful for them and yeah, I feel good."' … [Read more...] about Sam Carrick nearing return for Buffalo Sabres as they prepare for Montreal Canadiens in second round
Donna McDaniel reflects on history of Sabres song, heavy metal career
'“I have a friend that was telling me they were playing my song again,” she said. “I’m pretty amazed — I can’t even remember how long that thing’s been out… It’s so amazing, the fans are so amazing in Buffalo; they really are. And they’re so loyal. I mean, can you imagine listening to that song [back then], it’s still playing and it’s still part of the whole Sabres legacy as … [Read more...] about Donna McDaniel reflects on history of Sabres song, heavy metal career
Fan looks to trade Bills ticket for Sabres playoff ticket
'“I just figured by the time football season rolls around, there’ll be a high demand for the ticket, so it kind of would be a good trade, and I figured if you’re a Bills fan, you’re probably a Sabres fan,” Longbine said. “We’ll see what happens.”' … [Read more...] about Fan looks to trade Bills ticket for Sabres playoff ticket
Where are the Sabres second round watch parties?
'The Buffalo Sabres announced where the official watch parties are taking place as the team advances to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday against the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Where are the Sabres second round watch parties?
Sabres pep rally gets fans ready for second round of playoffs
'“When you have sports teams like this, there’s a generational connection between parents, kids, players and the stories you tell. So I love that a new generation of kids are getting to feel what we felt 20 years ago,” Sean Moskal, commercial market executive for KeyBank, said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pep rally gets fans ready for second round of playoffs
Blade Gang carries on Sabres tradition at Chef’s ahead of the second round of the playoffs
'At Chef's Restaurant, a longtime gathering spot for Sabres players, former captain Michael Peca shared the significance of the moment as alumni and superfans came together. “Chefs was always like a second home to all the players,” Peca said. “For us to get together as alumni with the Blade Gang is exciting. These kids have caught social media by storm.”' … [Read more...] about Blade Gang carries on Sabres tradition at Chef’s ahead of the second round of the playoffs
Hamburg florist celebrates Buffalo Sabres playoff run with custom arrangements
'Their Buffalo Sabres arrangement "features yellow gerber daisies, some white daisies, some blue delphinium. It also has a really fun foam finger, miniature foam finger for the Sabres, and it has a Sabres pennant that people can keep long after the arrangements done, just to continue cheering on the Sabres,” said Shenise Murray, whose family owns the shop.' … [Read more...] about Hamburg florist celebrates Buffalo Sabres playoff run with custom arrangements