'"I think we saw a lot about what we've talked about. A great speed guy that can find the holes, did a real nice job on the power play for us. I thought it was exactly what you want to see, exactly what we need," said Ruff on Tuesday during his weekly appearance with the "Jeremy and Joe Show" on WGR. "I thought you got to see the speed up the middle. He almost broke free in the … [Read more...] about Ruff after Norris’ return to Sabres lineup: ‘We saw a lot about what we’ve talked about’
The Sabres Report - Dec 3, 2025
'You're going to be taking a beating' | Doan's net-front tenacity has led to career-best start
'“I think in this league, it’s finding areas to get speed,” Doan told Sabres.com. “Guys grab and hold and slow you down a little bit better, and it makes it a little bit harder to get through traffic. ... The way teams are playing defensively, everyone's man on man or 1-1-3 up the ice, so you have to find ways to get to the net front and create rebounds and chances for … [Read more...] about ‘You’re going to be taking a beating’ | Doan’s net-front tenacity has led to career-best start
The Sabres Report - Dec 2, 2025
‘He was unbelievable’: Sabres relish Josh Norris’ return in 5-1 win against Winnipeg
'“I wanted to come back and get right back in, and not be a distraction,” Norris said. “The guys have done a good job. They’ve been battling and we’ve had some guys out, and I know it happens across the league, but it’s hard to do that when you have so many guys out. I just wanted to come in and contribute, and I’m really happy to be back.” … [Read more...] about ‘He was unbelievable’: Sabres relish Josh Norris’ return in 5-1 win against Winnipeg
Josh Norris to return to Sabres' lineup after 24-game absence
'Norris worked on the Sabres’ top line with left wing Zach Benson and right wing Tage Thompson during the morning skate, a line the Sabres utilized during the preseason. Norris also worked on the Sabres’ top power-play unit.' … [Read more...] about Josh Norris to return to Sabres’ lineup after 24-game absence
Josh Norris wows in return as Sabres beat Jets: ‘He was unbelievable’
'It was just about a perfect return.' … [Read more...] about Josh Norris wows in return as Sabres beat Jets: ‘He was unbelievable’
Sabres notes: Peyton Krebs looking for first goal; Buffalo makes roster move
'Krebs, 24, had registered zero goals and seven assists in 25 games this season entering Monday’s contest against the Winnipeg Jets in KeyBank Center. Among regular Sabres forwards, only Krebs and winger Zach Benson, who has missed 13 games battling injuries, hadn’t scored a goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Peyton Krebs looking for first goal; Buffalo makes roster move
Tuesday's Winnipeg Coverage
Hapless Jets dismantled by Sabres (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets’ struggles weigh heavy on captain’s shoulders (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets 'embarrassed' and 'disconnected' in loss to Buffalo Sabres (Winnipeg Sun) Norris shines in return as Sabres humiliate Winnipeg Jets 5-1 (Global News Winnipeg) Three Things: Another slow start hurts Jets (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Winnipeg Coverage
Josh Norris scores twice in his return from injury to lead Sabres over Jets 5-1
'Bowen Byram, Jason Zucker and Alex Tuch also scored for the Sabres and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 23 saves. Benson and Josh Doan added two assists each.' … [Read more...] about Josh Norris scores twice in his return from injury to lead Sabres over Jets 5-1
Sabres center Josh Norris returns from injury, matches career-best with 3 points
'Coach Lindy Ruff said Norris’ remarkable return wasn’t something that he anticipated. “It’s speed combined with puck support,” Ruff said. “The puck support was real good, real evident it led to goals. It was a night where we were really connective.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Josh Norris returns from injury, matches career-best with 3 points
Norris' three-point night leads Sabres to victory over Jets
'It was a huge return to the Buffalo Sabres lineup for center Josh Norris, who scored two goals and added an assist in a dominant 5-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Norris’ three-point night leads Sabres to victory over Jets
Opinion: Norris stars with three points in return to Sabres lineup
'This was a full 60-minute effort, backstopped by Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. The Sabres goaltender seemed very much in control, as he wasn’t over playing rushes coming at him.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Norris stars with three points in return to Sabres lineup
Josh Norris returns to boost Sabres in 5-1 win over Jets that brings record back to .500
'Jason Zucker, Bowen Byram and Alex Tuch also scored, Rasmus Dahlin and Zach Benson each had two assists, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 23 saves as the Sabres won their second game in a row to even their record at 11-11-4 ahead of the longest road trip of the season.' … [Read more...] about Josh Norris returns to boost Sabres in 5-1 win over Jets that brings record back to .500
Norris scores twice in return, Sabres ease past Jets
'“I just wanted to come back and just kind of get right back in and not be a distraction,” Norris said. “I thought the guys have done a good job. They’ve been battling. We’ve had some guys out, and I know it happens across the League, but it is hard to do that when you have so many guys out. So, yeah, I just thought they did a great job up to this point, and I just wanted to … [Read more...] about Norris scores twice in return, Sabres ease past Jets
'Man, he can fly' | Norris makes immediate impact with 3 points in return
'Norris had two goals and an assist in his return, fueling the Sabres to a 5-1 win at KeyBank Center. His performance showcased the talents – world-class speed, a shooting threat on the power play – that inspired Buffalo to acquire him from Ottawa at last year’s trade deadline and make him their top-line center to begin this season.' … [Read more...] about ‘Man, he can fly’ | Norris makes immediate impact with 3 points in return
The Sabres Report - Dec 1, 2025
Sabres' timing for pair of games vs. Winnipeg is good with Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck out
'Winnipeg, which set franchise records with 56 wins and 116 points last season before being eliminated by Dallas in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, is just 13-11-0 this year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ timing for pair of games vs. Winnipeg is good with Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck out