'He was the No. 1 overall pick in 2018, the kid then-general manager Jason Botterill tabbed out of the Frolunda club in Sweden to kick-start the turnaround from the 62-point disaster in the new GM’s first season. But Dahlin has had plenty of rough times. The Sabres won 10 games in a row early in his rookie season and then reality kicked in and they fell apart in the second half … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s been a long, hard journey for Rasmus Dahlin to reach the NHL’s elite
Archives for May 8, 2026
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named finalist for Norris Trophy
'Dahlin could become the first Norris Trophy winner in Sabres history. He joins former Buffalo captain Jim Schoenfeld (1979-80) as the franchise’s only finalists for the award. The winner will be announced in June.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named finalist for Norris Trophy
In midst of ‘crazy’ year and playoff run, Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named Norris Trophy finalist: ‘It’s unreal’
'“It hasn’t been easy, but unbelievable,” Dahlin said. “Teammates, coaches, owner, GMs that (have) just been helping me throughout this. I could not have done this without my team, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about In midst of ‘crazy’ year and playoff run, Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin named Norris Trophy finalist: ‘It’s unreal’
Sabres notes: Buffalo looks stronger at home versus Canadiens; Alex Lyon able to adapt over years
'“My year in Chicago (in 2021-22), I was the oldest guy in the locker room at age, like, 30 (29, actually),” he said. “So it’s not really that foreign of an experience for me. Every team is different, every organization is different, and it presents a different set of challenges.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Buffalo looks stronger at home versus Canadiens; Alex Lyon able to adapt over years
The Sabres had a day off from practice: Lindy Ruff rewarded his players
'"The priority is to take care of our bodies to be in the best possible shape for the next day. When you play every two days, it's tiring and you have to bounce back from each match physically and mentally."' … [Read more...] about The Sabres had a day off from practice: Lindy Ruff rewarded his players
Norris Trophy finalist: the culmination of a challenging year for Rasmus Dahlin
'To understand how huge this nomination is for the Sabres captain, we have to go back to the summer of 2025. The 26-year-old defenseman and his partner, Carolina Matovac, were enjoying a romantic trip to France, but tragedy struck.' … [Read more...] about Norris Trophy finalist: the culmination of a challenging year for Rasmus Dahlin
Alex Lyon: the goalkeeper no one expected
'A 33-year-old goalie who came out of nowhere to be among the NHL's best in the playoffs. It's like something out of a Disney movie.' … [Read more...] about Alex Lyon: the goalkeeper no one expected
Loving Buffalo, one neighborhood at a time
'“A stroll through Elmwood Village will make you forget all your preconceived notions about Buffalo and its downtown,” she wrote. Challenge accepted, especially since the weather was finally nice Thursday morning and both teams were inactive.' … [Read more...] about Loving Buffalo, one neighborhood at a time
At 33 years old, Alex Lyon is finally roaring
'Born in Baudette, a tiny town in Minnesota located near Ontario and Manitoba, Lyon is not a superstar. At 33, he has played fewer regular season games in the NHL (149) than teammate Zach Benson (211), who turns 21 next week.' … [Read more...] about At 33 years old, Alex Lyon is finally roaring
A love that could never truly die
'“I endured it all without saying a word. Even the descent into hell to maximize our chances of drafting Jack Eichel, with how that turned out. When I realized I was actually enjoying a slide in the standings orchestrated by my team, that’s when I said: enough is enough! That’s when I put my Sabres jacket and toque away in the closet. There are limits. At some point, you have … [Read more...] about A love that could never truly die
Norris: trials that brought peace of mind to Dahlin
'“It’s been a crazy year, it hasn’t been easy, but I have fantastic teammates, coaches, a general manager and an owner who have helped me through it all. I couldn’t have done this without my team, that’s for sure. But we’ll talk about that more this summer. Right now, I’m thinking about the next game,” he added.' … [Read more...] about Norris: trials that brought peace of mind to Dahlin
Friday's Montreal Coverage
Hickey: Road warrior Canadiens have what it takes to blunt Sabres and advance (Montreal Gazette) The Sabres are under no illusions. (Journal de Montreal) Still confident despite the loss to the Sabres in the first game, Martin St-Louis maintains: "We are capable of playing with them." (Journal de Montreal) A tough match and Cole Caufield stopped again: my column for anxious … [Read more...] about Friday’s Montreal Coverage
Zach Benson, the NHL's next great Stanley Cup playoff pest
'"In pretty much every practice, I want to punch him in the face, too," goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen acknowledged. "The worst part of [going against him] is that he's an unbelievably skilled player who can also play on the edge of that rat-like game. That's just pissing you off even more, when it's an actually great player who is fighting hard for every puck, and scoring … [Read more...] about Zach Benson, the NHL’s next great Stanley Cup playoff pest
Suzuki and Dahlin setting tone in showdown between Canadiens, Sabres
'“His skating, his puck-moving ability,” Suzuki said of Dahlin. “He’s really good at drawing you in, making a play, and getting by you. He wants to be in the rush, wants the puck. We’ve gotta almost kind of play maybe a bit more passive on him going out to the blue lines. He’s kind of similar to Lane (Hutson); he likes to make guys miss, so definitely gotta be aware of him … [Read more...] about Suzuki and Dahlin setting tone in showdown between Canadiens, Sabres
This perfect Sabres moment between Zach Benson, Jordan Greenway sums up Buffalo's team
'A reporter asked a question that he directed to "both of you," which in these settings often ends up getting answered by just one player. When the question was finished, Greenway turned to his younger teammate and said, "Take it away Benner." Benson responded: "I was thinking you were going to answer. I wasn't really listening." That got a laugh out of everyone.' … [Read more...] about This perfect Sabres moment between Zach Benson, Jordan Greenway sums up Buffalo’s team