'"You learn to deal with it, and I’m just really happy to get the season started, to be back here in Buffalo for the training camp. We’ll see what time brings, but right now, I’m just happy to be with the guys."' … [Read more...] about Brushing aside trade talk, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen happy to still be with Sabres
Archives for September 19, 2026
Lindy Ruff on Sabres' salute at Highmark: 'The reception they got was incredible'
'"That reception our boys got I thought was special," coach Lindy Ruff said after training camp practice Friday in LECOM Harborcenter. "For all the effort they put in and where we got to last year (in the Stanley Cup Playoffs), I thought the reception they got from the fans was incredible. The stadium was electric. The atmosphere was unbelievable and Josh Allen's performance … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff on Sabres’ salute at Highmark: ‘The reception they got was incredible’
Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen on Connor Hellebuyck trade rumors and sharing the net: ‘I want to be here’
'“Nobody called me about it,” said Luukkonen, who also played early in the Stanley Cup Playoffs before struggling and getting yanked. “There wasn’t really anything I would say that was, like, serious to me that it would happen. But, of course, you always think about that.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen on Connor Hellebuyck trade rumors and sharing the net: ‘I want to be here’
Sabres notes: Lindy Ruff, players have special night at Bills game
'So, did Ruff have some fun in the parking lot before the Bills’ memorable 41-31 win? “That’s all private information,” he said Friday in LECOM Harborcenter before pausing. “Broke three tables.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Lindy Ruff, players have special night at Bills game
Luukkonen wants to play in Buffalo, be Sabres' starting goalie
'"It's business. I've been part of those conversations before, and you can't really do anything about that," said Luukkonen following Friday's practice. "You focus on the moment, and I'm really happy to be here. I'm really happy to be with these guys, and just be ready to win. I want to be here. I've grown up here, and helped the team win here."' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen wants to play in Buffalo, be Sabres’ starting goalie
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen focused on earning Sabres starting role
'"Nothing is given," Luukkonen said Friday at Sabres training camp. "You have to show up every practice, every game to earn that spot."' … [Read more...] about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen focused on earning Sabres starting role
Noah Östlund embraces long-term future with Sabres after signing 8-year deal
'Östlund said the long-term commitment was what both he and the Sabres wanted. "That was what I wanted and what Buffalo wanted too," he said. "So it wasn't really any talks about something else, so I'm happy, happy to be here for a long time."' … [Read more...] about Noah Östlund embraces long-term future with Sabres after signing 8-year deal
Camp notebook | Crevier gets acclimated, UPL stays in the moment
'Shoulder surgery limited Crevier’s offseason training, but he’s been a full participant in practice and is optimistic about the Oct. 1 season opener. His play will dictate his role this season, coach Lindy Ruff said, but the 25-year-old should be a major piece for the 2026-27 Sabres (and beyond).' … [Read more...] about Camp notebook | Crevier gets acclimated, UPL stays in the moment
Sabres announce rosters for Blue and Gold Scrimmage
'The scrimmage will be held this Saturday, Sept. 19 beginning at 11:30 a.m. and is a free, ticketed event.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce rosters for Blue and Gold Scrimmage