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'“We have to just raise our level of compete,” the coach said postgame. “I thought our compete was terrible. Worst competing, skating, moving feet that I’ve seen.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres lament slow start in loss to Bruins

'Zach Benson was sidelined for the season opener after taking a puck to the face in practice on Wednesday. Owen Power practiced without a non-contact jersey on Wednesday and looked primed to play against the Rangers, but he was held out due to an illness. Josh Norris, who played in just three games last year after being acquired from the Ottawa Senators, didn’t finish the game … [Read more...] about ‘That next man up mentality is huge’ | Sabres playing through adversity with early injuries

'“They had played two days ago; it’s a pretty good team, and they lost, so you just knew that they were gonna come in hungry,” said goalie Alex Lyon, who made 29 saves in his Sabres debut. “I think that first one, you’ve just got to get reacclimated to the speed. You can play as many preseason games as you want, and it’s just never the same.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t crack Shesterkin in season-opening loss

'“Let’s go to work and prove that what we’ve been working on will make us a winning hockey club.”' … [Read more...] about ‘I hate waiting’ | Sabres look ahead to opening night

'“It’s my first time going on waivers, so I didn’t really know what the process was like,” said Ellis, still sporting a Blues mask after years in their organization. “But when I got the call yesterday, I was super excited for the opportunity here and coming to Buffalo. It’s definitely a whirlwind, but at the same time, (I’m) just trying to live in the moment. It’s my first time … [Read more...] about ‘Definitely a whirlwind’ | Ellis makes unexpected NHL arrival in Buffalo

'The Sabres cut their training camp roster down to 27 after sending defensemen Radim Mrtka, Vsevolod Komarov and Zach Metsa and forwards Noah Ostlund and Josh Dunne to Rochester (AHL) this weekend. On Monday, a waiver claim and five injured-reserve designations trimmed the roster to 23.' … [Read more...] about Previewing the Sabres’ 23-man roster for the 2025-26 season

'The goal of the program, Buonopane said, is to ensure that fans will be able to find an exciting food option at Sabres games this season, regardless of taste preference or price point.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson sandwiches, Season Ticket Member value menu headline 2025-26 concession offerings

'The top unit of Jason Zucker, Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, Josh Norris and Rasmus Dahlin has already shown promise this preseason, setting up a one-timer goal for Thompson during Saturday’s game versus Detroit. And on Wednesday, Dahlin slashed through Pittsburgh’s penalty kill with a breathtaking end-to-end rush.' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Keys to a Sabres power-play turnaround

'“UPL obviously felt good coming into the game,” Ruff said. “After he made a couple saves, just didn’t feel quite right, so we took him out. (It was) precautionary. (We’ll) see where he’s at tomorrow. Didn’t want to really risk anything.”' … [Read more...] about Luukkonen, Kesselring exit with injuries in preseason loss to Pens

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said Thompson arrived at training camp “incredibly focused” after establishing himself as a stars-and-stripes star at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. His third trip to that tournament (also 2018, 2021) was by far his best, as he collected nine points (6+3) in 10 games – including the gold medal-winning goal in overtime versus Switzerland. The U.S. had … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Thompson and Tuch’s Olympic aspirations

'The Sabres have 18 forwards remaining on the roster – including Jordan Greenway, who has been out since the beginning of camp with an injury. Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said it’s possible Greenway resumes practicing next week.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres’ camp roster with 1 week remaining

'The forward skated 18 minutes with a primary assist, a shot on goal and two hits, helping the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-2 win over the Detroit Wings. Buffalo is now 3-1-0 to begin the six-game exhibition schedule.' … [Read more...] about ‘Freak of nature’ Alex Tuch impresses in preseason debut

'Under the terms of their agreement with Erie County, the Sabres had the option to either continue their lease for an additional five years or opt out on Sept. 30.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce continuation of KeyBank Center lease

'“A few familiar faces, but all the guys have been great; obviously it’s a young group – I’m kind of right in that middle age with everybody, so it’s been easy,” said Kesselring, 25. “It’s been fun to get along with these guys.”' … [Read more...] about Camp Notebook | Kesselring a seamless fit on and off the ice

'Stationed in front of the Detroit net, Doan drifted beside the goaltender to receive a pass from Jack Quinn and one-touched a pass across to Noah Ostlund, setting the rookie up for a one-timer goal during the first period.' … [Read more...] about Doan flashes power-play ability with goal and assist in loss to Detroit