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'If the Sabres do hypothetically go 5-1-1, in order to jump into a wild card spot, it requires at least two of the teams ahead of them to lose a minimum of two games in regulation.' … [Read more...] about What needs to happen for the Sabres to make the playoffs?

'Skinner spun around and pointed at Levi while the goal horn blared, making the 21-year-old goalie the center of attention as the crowd of 18,009 at KeyBank Center danced along to Skinner’s goal song, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres win Devon Levi’s debut on Jeff Skinner’s OT goal

'“I’ve been dreaming of this moment for my whole life,” Levi said following his second full practice with the team. “For it to finally be here, it’s a big deal. I’m going to be really excited.”' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi to make NHL debut Friday in Buffalo

'The narrow space between winning and losing cost the Sabres a crucial point in the closing stretch of the playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Sabres let point slip away in shootout loss

'Lyubushkin is citing an anti-gay Kremlin law and fears of retribution at home in Russia for electing not to participate in the Buffalo Sabres’ pregame warmup on the team’s Pride night, when players are expected to wear rainbow-colored jerseys in support of the LGBTQ+ community.' … [Read more...] about NHL Pride Night controversy: Lyubushkin sits out, fears Russian retribution

'Buffalo boosted its spirits and reinvigorated its postseason pursuit with a 5-3 win against the New Jersey Devils, who entered Friday night needing one win to clinch a playoff berth. Ruff summed up the defeat by saying the Sabres “skated right by us.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres get ‘goat head’ swagger back to beat Lindy Ruff’s Devils

'On a five-game home skid in which Buffalo has been out-scored 31-10, the Sabres dropped to 13-20-3 at KeyBank Center. Earning 29 standings points in 36 games, with five home dates remaining, the Sabres are locked into finishing with a home points percentage below .500 for the ninth time in 52 seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stumbling to one of worst home records in history

'“So I’m just really excited facing these shots being with NHL players, Mike Bales, NHL goaltending coach. Just being around the guys learning how to be a pro more than I already know how to do. It’s just all great for maturing and my development. So I’m just super glad to be here.”' … [Read more...] about Devon Levi ‘super glad’ to be in Buffalo, progressing toward NHL debut

'Losing by seven goals for the first time since a Jan. 15, 2015 game against Minnesota during the organization’s strategic tank for the top draft pick, Buffalo is still only six points out of a playoff spot. But the Sabres (33-30-6) have tallied only six points over the past 11 games (2-7-2), getting outscored by 24 goals. Outclassed twice in 18 days by the opponent they would … [Read more...] about Sabres showing they’re not yet playoff caliber

'“I love playing on this team,” Tuch said. “I love these guys in here. To go in and work with them and battle with them means the world to me. I missed it, that’s for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch returns to score 30th, Sabres snap skid with win in Toronto

'Comrie shouldn’t shoulder all the blame, as the Sabres gave up 49 shots on net, and 42 scoring chances, according to Natural Stat Trick. Five of the Stars goals came in the final 11 minutes after frustration and doubt deteriorated Buffalo’s defensive structure and resolve.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hang Eric Comrie out to dry, first goalie in team history to give up 10 goals at home

'Thompson’s point total through 62 games is the most by a Buffalo player in 16 seasons, surpassing the 82 points former captain Jack Eichel compiled in 77 games during the 2018-19 campaign. The last time a Sabre had that many points was in the 2006-07 President’s Trophy campaign, when Daniel Briere recorded 95, and Thomas Vanek had 84.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson exceeds Jack Eichel’s career-high point total

'Jack Quinn also scored, giving the rookie four points in four games on the Sabres’ top line with Thompson and Skinner. The other goals came from Vinnie Hinostroza and Tyson Jost, and Eric Comrie made 33 saves for his fourth consecutive win, as Buffalo bounced back from its most lopsided loss of the season Thursday night in Boston for its second win this season against Tampa … [Read more...] about Sabres hold off Lightning, match last season’s victory total with 21 games left

'Dahlin, who had been placed on injured reserve retroactive to last week while dealing with an issue that he said Friday has been bothering him for a period of time, received 15:43 of ice time, about a third of his season average that ranks among the league leaders, in the Sabres’ 5-3 win against the Lightning. He assisted on Tage Thompson’s goal in the first period and took … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin returns to Sabres lineup

'“Well I’m excited about the obvious, which is the physical attributes,” Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. “As I watch him very closely over the last number of weeks, I just think we have a player here that we don’t have currently. A player that, he adds physicality, grit, is a presence. He can hold onto pucks. He’s talented where he can make plays and get up and down … [Read more...] about Sabres add power forward Jordan Greenway at trade deadline