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'Simmons, the general manager of the port and a lifelong Sabres fan, was sporting the red, white and blue of Les Habitants as he conducted his duties earlier this week, the result of a wager placed by his now-retired boss as they took in a Sabres game against the Canadiens in Buffalo during their playoff series this spring with workers from the Port of Montreal. “He never … [Read more...] about The lighter side of The News: The Sabres lost to the Canadiens, but he paid for it

'"This day is a good feeling, especially coming off of all the momentum of last season,” Buffalo Bills/Sabres President of Business Operations Pete Guelli told The Buffalo News. “It's fun to get the schedule under these circumstances and be able to prepare a little bit differently for it than maybe we have in the past."' … [Read more...] about Here’s what to watch for, at home and on the road, when Sabres open the 2026-27 season

'The Sabres are hoping to host a Stadium Series game in Orchard Park in 2028 to honor the 20th anniversary of the iconic Winter Classic game between Buffalo and the Pittsburgh Penguins that marked the beginning of the NHL's annual foray into outdoor hockey. Bettman has publicly indicated multiple times the league intends to bring a game here, but had yet to actually see the … [Read more...] about Sabres encouraged for 2028 game by Gary Bettman’s visit to new Highmark Stadium

'The NHL announced season opening games for the 32 teams Wednesday morning, and the Sabres will open the 2026-27 season Oct. 1 at Columbus. The 2026-27 regular season opens Sept. 29, and the NHL will announce complete schedules for each of the 32 teams, including the Sabres, at 1 p.m. Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce season opener, home opener dates, opponents for 2026-27 season

'Davidson, 73, has spent 20 years in NHL front offices, including 18 seasons as president with the Blues (2006-12), Blue Jackets (2012-19) and the Rangers (2019-21). He was also president of hockey operations for the Blue Jackets from 2021-24, and transitioned into a senior advisor/alternate governor role with the Blue Jackets in May 2024.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Columbus’ John Davidson as senior advisor

'The Sabres announced Monday that Krebs, a forward, has agreed to a four-year contract extension with an average annual value (AAV) of $4.5 million/' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Peyton Krebs agree to new contract, avoid salary arbitration

'Morozov will turn 18 on Aug. 3, and he’s a player who has stood out as a two-way forward at Miami. He is as lauded for his ability to prepare and adapt as he is for his sturdiness on the ice. The Sabres drafted a player who moved to the United States from Russia when he was 14, intent on playing hockey, improving his English-speaking skills and going to school. Little did … [Read more...] about How Sabres draft pick Ilia Morozov hit the bricks, the books and the ice to chase NHL dream

'Hellebuyck is coming off the worst season of his career (23-23-11, 2.86/.895) as the Jets became just the fifth Presidents' Trophy winner in NHL history to fail to qualify for the postseason the next season. He struggled after early season knee surgery before rebounding in the Olympics to help Team USA steal the gold medal game against Canada.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Sabres bear lots of risk in a trade for Connor Hellebuyck

'Investing in Doan and Benson set the table for the future, but didn’t leave a lot of immediate room to sign a big-name free agent. The Sabres are banking on who returns to the roster this season and those players stepping into bigger roles – think forwards Noah Ostlund, Konsta Helenius and Jiri Kulich.' … [Read more...] about Assessing Atlantic Division offseason transactions: Sabres invested in Josh Doan, Zach Benson extensions

'There are still several viable free agents who have yet to sign with teams, including South Buffalo’s Patrick Kane and veteran forward Claude Giroux. Some teams have found ways to solidify their rosters, while others are still searching for solutions as they prepare for 2026-27, even as they sorted through a meager selection of free agents.' … [Read more...] about Assessing Atlantic Division’s offseason transactions, so far: Montreal invests in future, Toronto bets on data

'AFP Analytics projects Krebs’ next contract to be a three-year deal with an average annual value of $3.546 million.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Peyton Krebs files for salary arbitration

'"I'm making the moves for what I think our team needs, what our hockey ops group thinks our team needs and how to make us the best team possible either with Alex or without Alex in the lineup," Patrick told Washington reporters after last week's draft. "These are moves for the next several years in the future as well. We've got a really good core of players over the next … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Alex Tuch signing is a key piece to return of ‘Great Eight’ to DC

'“I provide two-way play,” Zellweger said. “I think I have a lot of speed, a lot of offensive instinct. I’m really looking forward to playing with a lot of the high-skill, high-speed players that the lineup has, right now, I think it’s a good fit, and I’m really looking forward to it.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres defenseman Olen Zellweger ready to earn top-four spot

'Kekalainen said Wednesday that the Sabres filled holes on defense, particularly with the acquisition and signing of defenseman Olen Zellweger, and projects he can grow into the role Bowen Byram held on the Sabres’ second defensive pairing. He reiterated that the Sabres will miss Alex Tuch, but have young forwards who continue to improve, including center Jiri Kulich, who is … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Jarmo Kekalainen, after first hours of NHL free agency: ‘We’re still open for business’

'Translation: Hands off Helenius, Noah Ostlund and Jiri Kulich. And you wonder about Radim Mrtka as well.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: No shock Sabres were quiet on opening day of free agency