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'“You move on to the next game," Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said. "Whether it's a season opener, we know where we're at obviously. I really felt the energy, the enthusiasm was great, the attitude was great today. A little bit worried coming back but I guess you’re kind of looking at, you know, it’s a restart. We're back home, it's a restart and we go from here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres look to bounce back in home opener

'The newest change that's been made is that almost all concessions that are available on the 100 level of the arena, will be made available on the 300 level as well. They hope that this will elevate the fan experience and make food more accessible to all fans.' … [Read more...] about Delaware North debuts new food offerings for Sabres games

'"It's the opener so there's a lot of excitement and we drove all the way from Fairport, almost 90 miles away to be here so we're really looking forward to the season," Sabres fan John Panko said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans flock to watch party to ‘Czech’ out season opener overseas

'Valentino said, "We figured it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be able to see our favorite hockey team." His father added that he's been a fan, "since the inception of the team. I was there when they drafted Gilbert Perreault. It's been a while for me."' … [Read more...] about Fans travel to Prague to see the Sabres play

'"He does everything right, first and foremost," Ruff said in a statement Thursday, announcing the news. "His on-ice action has been incredible, and I think he’s a guy that leads in every category, from the way he prepares himself to the way he plays and the fact that he’s a guy who cares about winning hockey games."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin takes over as Sabres team captain

'I can remember the moment where I started to think that maybe it was a good idea. Dahlin has the intensity in games and practices, and he was starting to assert himself in practice. If a player did a drill wrong, he would get in his face and actually go to the front of the line and forcefully show that player how he should be doing the drill. I thought to myself, that … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Dahlin is the right choice for Sabres captain

'“I handle myself with a high standard and I have high expectations for myself," Benson said. "I just want to come in really push get to my game right away and overall compete.”' … [Read more...] about Zach Benson sets high standard for second season with Sabres

'This update is now coming after Dahlin sustained an injury at the start of practice on Wednesday morning. Dahlin left the first session and did not return to the ice for the rest of practice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin will miss ‘a couple days of practice’

'"I understand change is inevitable. It's the only constant so we've got new blood coming in. The new kids just started on Wednesday," Sabres fan Vinnie Padalino said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans react to changes at KeyBank Center

'"I’m just thinking about let’s have one heck of a practice, really," Ruff said when asked afterwards what was going through his mind. "Looking around at some of the size. Watching some of the speed, even just those opening laps. Later on in practice the ice was pretty bad and it didn’t look quite as good, but to start, I’d say it was a good feeling just getting back out.”' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff ready to take on coaching Buffalo Sabres team for a second time

'The partnership will feature a range of activities, public events, community initiatives, promotions in-store, and free fan experiences, including Sabres Fan Fest on September 14, according to Tops.' … [Read more...] about Tops Markets and the Buffalo Sabres announce a renewed partnership

'Featuring five former first-round picks, the roster includes Konsta Helenius, Noah Ostlund, Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen, and Ryan Johnson. Fans will get to see 2024 first-rounder Helenius in action against other teams for the first time after seeing him on the ice in Buffalo back in the summer during development camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce Prospects Challenge roster headlined by Helenius, former first round picks

'The Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday announced that their alternate jersey — the goathead jersey — will return to the ice. Its first appearance will be Oct. 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reveal their goathead game dates for this season

'With over 15 different themes scheduled for the upcoming season, fans will have more options than ever to choose from between October and April.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce theme nights for 2024-25 season

'Two years ago, the Buffalo Sabres were third in the NHL scoring 3.57 goals per game. Only the Edmonton Oilers and Boston Bruins scored more. Last season, the Sabres fell to 23rd scoring just 2.98 goals per game. The power play was the biggest reason why.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Sabres have 2 months left to make final offseason moves