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'Veteran Jason Zucker played well enough to earn a two-year extension but offseason acquisitions Ryan McLeod, Sam Lafferty, Beck Malenstyn and Nicolas Aube-Kubel (since traded) were role players. Younger players Zach Benson and Jack Quinn didn't take a step forward.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ playoff drought hits 14 seasons: Why they fell short again

'Since Ruff was first fired, the Sabres have been coached by Brian Rolston, Ted Nolan, Dan Bylsma, Phil Housley, Ralph Krueger and Granato without making the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres hire Lindy Ruff again: What to know about their new/old coach

'The Sabres signed defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power to eight-year and seven-year extensions, respectively, in the offseason and made only minor additions, signing free agent defensemen Connor Clifton and Erik Johnson.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire coach Don Granato after team’s playoff drought hits 13 seasons

'The matchup was rescheduled as Erie County, where Buffalo is located, is in a Lake Effect Snow Warning. The National Weather Service said heavy lake effect snow could result in up to 4 feet of snow accumulating in certain areas, with the lake band expected to move across Buffalo into the early evening. It is also expected to move back toward the Buffalo metro area Thursday … [Read more...] about Blackhawks vs. Sabres postponed to Thursday as heavy snow, travel ban hit Buffalo

'Benson, 18, took a pass and skated toward the front of the Capitals net. But instead of trying a backhand, he pulled the puck and his stick between his skates, then roofed a shot into the net. The move fooled veteran goalie Darcy Kuemper and gave the Sabres a 2-0 lead at 16:04 of the first period.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres rookie Zach Benson scores first goal on highlight-reel, between-the-legs shot

'Jeanneret was known for his enthusiastic calls, some of which — such as his 1993 "May Day!" call when Brad May eliminated the Boston Bruins in the playoffs with a spectacular overtime goal — became among the most famous calls in NHL history.' … [Read more...] about Legendary Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret dies at 81

'Skinner confronted Guentzel, who slashed the Sabres player. Skinner reacted with his own slash, a cross-check to the shoulder and then one to the face that bloodied the Penguins forward.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner suspended for cross-check to Jake Guentzel’s face in Sabres-Penguins game

'"We are getting a player that I think is one of the top players in the league. He’s in the prime of his career. It addresses a need in our organization. When you look at what a contending team should look like, he’s a big part of that," Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon said.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres trade Jack Eichel to Vegas Golden Knights

'In returning to Michigan, Power is the first No. 1 pick since 2006 to opt for at least one extra year of collegiate hockey before turning pro. The St. Louis Blues picked defenseman Erik Johnson first overall in the 2006 draft, and Johnson spent a season at the University of Minnesota before making his debut with the Blues a year later.' … [Read more...] about Reports: Owen Power, No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft, to return to Michigan for sophomore season

'The 6-6, 213-pounder, who has drawn comparisons to Victor Hedman, was named to the Big Ten all-rookie team after scoring 16 points in 26 games last season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres select Michigan defenseman Owen Power with No. 1 overall pick in NHL draft

'But as a look through NHL history shows, some truly horrendous teams have taken the ice over the years. How do these Sabres compare to teams of old.' … [Read more...] about How do 2021 Buffalo Sabres compare to worst teams in NHL history?

'"There has to be a pride that goes with putting on a Buffalo Sabres jersey," he said.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres fire coach Ralph Krueger after 12-game winless streak

'Sabres fans had to deal with a lot of losing in 2015 to finish last overall but lost a shot at Connor McDavid when the Edmonton Oilers won the draft lottery. Eichel was a good consolation prize, and though he hasn't matched McDavid's production (and he wasn't supposed to), he has not been a problem in Buffalo. The Sabres could get assets for pending unrestricted free agents … [Read more...] about NHL debate: Should struggling Buffalo Sabres trade franchise cornerstone Jack Eichel?

'With their 50th anniversary season behind them, the Buffalo Sabres are unveiling a new jersey. But it's also an old one.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres switch back to the old royal blue jerseys

'He recently cut back his work to about half of the team's games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres announcer Rick Jeanneret hospitalized during broadcast