'“It was awesome to get that one,” Benson said. “Fired up.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson helps Sabres cause a stir in front of the goal in 3-2 win in Game 4 at Montreal
Archives for May 13, 2026
Mike Harrington: This time, the Sabres overcame adversity to get the series even
'The Sabres showed the will we've seen from them all year. They didn't wilt. They got saves. They got timely goals and blocked an unbelievable number of shots. They learned from some hard lessons they endured two nights earlier.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: This time, the Sabres overcame adversity to get the series even
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Konsta Helenius, Luke Schenn poised to return to Sabres lineup for Game 4 at Montreal
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was in the starter's net Tuesday morning at Bell Centre, while Luke Schenn skated on a defensive pairing with Conor Timmins, and Konsta Helenius centered a line with Jason Zucker at left wing and Jack Quinn at right wing. Ryan McLeod, who has primarly centered the Sabres' second line this season and in the playoffs, centered a line with left wing Jordan … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Konsta Helenius, Luke Schenn poised to return to Sabres lineup for Game 4 at Montreal
NHL suspends Boston's Charlie McAvoy for six games for slash of Sabres' Zach Benson
'The NHL’s Department of Player Safety explained in a video posted Tuesday that McAvoy’s slash of Benson came after the Bruins defenseman skated away from the center of play to track down Benson, and that McAvoy sought retribution “by using his stick as a weapon” that late in the game and in the series.' … [Read more...] about NHL suspends Boston’s Charlie McAvoy for six games for slash of Sabres’ Zach Benson
4 things that stood out in Sabres series‑swinging win over Canadiens
'Say what you want about the officiating, and yes, it was definitely questionable at times and often to the detriment of the Sabres, but it must also be said that Buffalo took a number of really dumb and deserved penalties, too. Sixteen minutes worth, in fact.' … [Read more...] about 4 things that stood out in Sabres series‑swinging win over Canadiens
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Zach Benson star as Sabres defeat Canadiens, even series: ‘Our belief never wavered’
'“It’s what we are,” Ruff said prior to watching Luukkonen make 28 saves in Tuesday’s thrilling 3-2 victory in a raucous Bell Centre that evened the best-of-seven series at 2. “It’s what we’ve been the whole year.”' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Zach Benson star as Sabres defeat Canadiens, even series: ‘Our belief never wavered’
In need of spark, Sabres turn to rookie Konsta Helenius versus Canadiens
'The speedy Finn centered Jason Zucker and Jack Quinn. Center Ryan McLeod moved the to fourth line between Jordan Greenway and Beck Malenstyn. To make room for the youngster, the Sabres scratched center Sam Carrick.' … [Read more...] about In need of spark, Sabres turn to rookie Konsta Helenius versus Canadiens
Buffalo loves Canada — and the Sabres prove it: 'O Canada, we meant every word'
'“Even when they were bad these last 14 years, I still watched every single game, I still went to games,” he told National Post.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo loves Canada — and the Sabres prove it: ‘O Canada, we meant every word’
Wednesday's Montreal Coverage
Cowan: Canadiens’ power play misses mark in Game 4 loss to Sabres (Montreal Gazette) Hidden Game: Lack of killer instinct comes back to haunt Canadiens yet again (Montreal Gazette) Canadiens show Sabres they won’t back down from the rough stuff (Montreal Gazette) Cowan: Popular sports personality Pat McAfee has plaudits for Montreal (Montreal Gazette) Getting first taste of … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage
Luukkonen, Benson lift Sabres past Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to tie series
'Zach Benson scored the winner and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 28 shots as the Sabres held off the Canadiens 3-2 in an intense Game 4 of long reviews, weird bounces and numerous penalties, tying the second-round playoff matchup at two games apiece.' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen, Benson lift Sabres past Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to tie series
Tage Thompson's fluke goal pivotal to Sabres' Game 4 win
'"I obviously saw it hit the glass," Thompson said. "I was kind of just scanning around, looking for a few guys to put their hands up [in celebration]. It's a nice feeling when you see that."' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s fluke goal pivotal to Sabres’ Game 4 win
A Buffalo bounce and a Benson birthday give the Sabres new life
'The puck was just riding along the boards to the right of the Montreal defense when it took a 90-degree turn directly toward the right side of Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes -- who in total fairness wasn't expecting a hand from a hockey god to reach out and send the puck goalward. But there it went, and it banked in off Dobes, and a play that 100 times out of 100 doesn't turn … [Read more...] about A Buffalo bounce and a Benson birthday give the Sabres new life
Why Sabres had canceled, overturned goal on 2 ref reviews with goalie interference vs. Canadiens
'First, the play wasn't called a goal on the ice. Jack Quinn tried to shove the puck in on a rebound but it went into Jakub Dobes' glove. The replay center asked for a review, and it was eventually ruled that the puck crossed the line for a good goal. The Canadiens then challenged the call for goaltender interference, so there was another review. That decided that there was … [Read more...] about Why Sabres had canceled, overturned goal on 2 ref reviews with goalie interference vs. Canadiens
Sabres win Game 4 to even series
'Zach Benson scored the go-ahead goal early in the third, as Buffalo held on for the 3-2 victory to even the series 2-2. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was solid in his return to the net, stopping 28 shots in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win Game 4 to even series
Samuelsson, Luukkonen and Ruff shine in Game 4 win
'Buffalo handed Montreal seven power plays taking undisciplined penalties, but the penalty kill was one of the key reasons the Sabres won.' … [Read more...] about Samuelsson, Luukkonen and Ruff shine in Game 4 win