Ottawa Senators struggles with lowly Buffalo Sabres continue (Ottawa Sun) Former Senators centre Josh Norris adjusting to life with Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Despite losing in return to Buffalo, Dylan Cozens thriving with Senators (Sportsnet) Sabres Top Senators 3-2 (OttawaSenators.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage
The Sabres Report - Mar 26, 2025
Thompson scores go-ahead goal, Sabres coach Ruff reaches 600 career wins in 3-2 win over Senators
'Jack Quinn and Jacob Bernard-Docker also scored for Buffalo, and James Reimer stopped 30 shots in winning two straight starts for the first time this season. Ruff is in the first season of his second stint in Buffalo, and improved his record with the franchise to 600-467-90 with 78 ties.' … [Read more...] about Thompson scores go-ahead goal, Sabres coach Ruff reaches 600 career wins in 3-2 win over Senators
Ruff focuses on finishing job to fix the Sabres next year after 600th win as Buffalo’s coach
'“This year has been a disappointment for me,” he added, specifically referring to the team’s playoff hopes unraveling during an 0-10-3 skid spanning November and December. “I feel personally responsible that there were games that were right there that could’ve turned it and got it the other way. And we didn’t get it done.”' … [Read more...] about Ruff focuses on finishing job to fix the Sabres next year after 600th win as Buffalo’s coach
Sabres hold on to beat Senators
'The Sabres held on for a 3-2 win over the Ottawa Senators Tuesday night. Tage Thompson scored the game winning goal in the third, while James Bernard-Docker also scored against his old team in the win. James Reimer got the start in net and was strong once again, making 30 saves in his second win in back-to-back games for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold on to beat Senators
Opinion: Sabres gut out another win over Ottawa
'For the second game in a row, the Buffalo Sabres reached down deep and got gutsy wins against two teams that were just sitting there waiting for them.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres gut out another win over Ottawa
Ruff: Norris performing for team despite injury
'"I don't think we've seen the real Norris yet. He got in the face off dot a few times won key face offs, got up ice, made a heck of a play on the goal to Thompson, and then scored the inside goal. So I think you're looking at a guy that was limited, and still was a guy that was able to get in on plays, and a guy that's going to be able to kill penalties for us. When you look … [Read more...] about Ruff: Norris performing for team despite injury
4 check: Sabres beat Senators in Dylan Cozens’ return, Lindy Ruff gets 600th with Buffalo
'James Reimer made 30 saves to win his second game in a row for the Sabres, who also got goals from Jack Quinn and new defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker scoring against his former team. Bernard-Docker’s goal, set up by rookie Tyson Kozak’s forechecking, tied it up at 12:59 into the second period after David Perron’s power play goal made it 2-1 a few minutes earlier.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres beat Senators in Dylan Cozens’ return, Lindy Ruff gets 600th with Buffalo
Thompson scores go-ahead goal in 3rd period, lifts Sabres past Senators
'“We were chasing the puck in that first 10, 15 minutes. That last four or five minutes got us going, and then I thought it was a hard game after that,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. We had some opportunities to probably open it up. … It was a game we needed some good saves; we got them. And at the same time, I thought we played a great third period.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson scores go-ahead goal in 3rd period, lifts Sabres past Senators
Sabres take down Senators in special night for Ruff, Bernard-Docker
'“I’ve been blessed to have an unbelievable opportunity, and the support throughout the years from different owners, different GMs, to get to this point here. … I get to stand here and talk about it, but it’s more than a one-man job.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres take down Senators in special night for Ruff, Bernard-Docker
Sabres sign forward Kopff to 2-year contract
'Kopff, 21, will complete the remainder of this season on an amateur tryout with the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign forward Kopff to 2-year contract
The Sabres Report - Mar 25, 2025
Sabres exclusive: Dylan Cozens reflects on trade ahead of return with Ottawa
'“Those are a lot of my best friends in Buffalo, and I always dreamt about getting it done with them and that group. For sure, there’s definitely disappointment that it didn’t work out, but at the end of the day, I’m really happy to be in Ottawa and in the hunt with these guys now. I’m sure I’ll do a little more reflecting and looking back after the season, because right now my … [Read more...] about Sabres exclusive: Dylan Cozens reflects on trade ahead of return with Ottawa
Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius moves to wing, learning to evolve in Rochester
'“I think if you look at the whole, it’s been a productive season,” Leone said following Wednesday’s practice in Blue Cross Arena. “I mean, he’s an 18-year-old player. I know he played in the pro league (in Finland), but it’s a completely different game.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius moves to wing, learning to evolve in Rochester
Senators centre Dylan Cozens ready for a return to Buffalo to face Sabres
'“I’ve thought about (Buffalo) a bit. I just try to stay focused on the here and now being here,” Cozens said on Monday after the club’s skate in Ottawa. “I thought I was going to be there for a long time."' … [Read more...] about Senators centre Dylan Cozens ready for a return to Buffalo to face Sabres
Tuesday's Ottawa Coverage
Senators centre Dylan Cozens ready for a return to Buffalo to face Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Atlantic Division opponents meet when Sabres host the Senators (AP) Preview: Senators at Sabres, March 25, 2025 (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Cozens adjusts to Ottawa: Ready to face Sabres
'"It's weird, you know, it still doesn't really quite feel real being here and being in the visiting room," Cozens said. "It's a little weird for sure, but you know it's something I'll definitely get used to over time."' … [Read more...] about Cozens adjusts to Ottawa: Ready to face Sabres