'“He was part of our group, he asked questions,” Ruff said Wednesday in KeyBank Center after the Sabres announced his two-year contract extension. “We shared ideas. I asked him questions, he asked me a lot of questions. It was just interaction every day, and I think that spurred growth. It got us to know each other, so that got us to this point.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jarmo Kekalainen, Lindy Ruff established strong relationship before new contract
Archives for May 23, 2026
Lyons' Look: How does the offseason look for the Buffalo Sabres?
'I have been on team do not re-sign Tuch all year and after the series against Montreal, my position has solidified. Tuch is 30 and while he is still good, he will be passing his prime sooner, rather than later.' … [Read more...] about Lyons’ Look: How does the offseason look for the Buffalo Sabres?
Ex-Oilers d-men could well be on the block. Edmonton should make a bid
'In Buffalo, at his year-end press conference, Sabres hockey boss Jarmo Kekäläinen was asked about Kesselring’s future with the team, noting in the preface to his question that Kesselring had had a hard time of it this year, being injured three different times, then getting scratched when he did get healthy. “Any player would be upset about that. So, where is he at now?… Does … [Read more...] about Ex-Oilers d-men could well be on the block. Edmonton should make a bid
Buffalo Sabres happy with three-goaltender system including Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis
'With the success of the three goaltenders, Ruff and Kekäläinen hinted they could potentially run the three-goaltender system again next season as all three netminders are under contract for 2026-27.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres happy with three-goaltender system including Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis
Why the Ottawa Senators have shown interest in Buffalo Sabres goalie Devon Levi
'“As a goaltender, he’s gotten a lot of games, but I think when he’s on his game, he doesn’t have that much margin for error based on his size, but when he’s on his game, he’s talented, he can move, he’s athletic. He can read the puck and he holds his feet when he’s on his game, he holds his feet. Very well, and that’s one of his big attributes, his ability to stay patient on … [Read more...] about Why the Ottawa Senators have shown interest in Buffalo Sabres goalie Devon Levi
Senators get trade update involving Sabres goalie Devon Levi
'At the NHL level, Levi has played 39 career goals, but from a player who was once viewed as a more promising prospect, he hasn't blossomed into his perceived potential.' … [Read more...] about Senators get trade update involving Sabres goalie Devon Levi
Biron says Sabres have strong foundation moving forward
'"Your defense is set right? There's a lot there you were able to get success with basically rotating three goalies this year, and I think there's improvements to be made, and the Jarmo Kekäläinen and Lindy Ruff and the whole staff is going to look at it," Biron said.' … [Read more...] about Biron says Sabres have strong foundation moving forward
Kevyn Adams reacts to Sabres ending playoff drought after his firing
'Adams acknowledged mistakes during his tenure, including remarks he made in 2024 about Buffalo’s challenges in attracting free agents. At the time, he said Buffalo "doesn’t have palm trees" and pointed to New York’s tax rates as a factor for the team's lack of success.' … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams reacts to Sabres ending playoff drought after his firing