'The game on Jan. 31 will also be a Black and Red Friday, meaning the Sabres will be in the black-and-red uniforms that Ray wore during the latter part of his career.' … [Read more...] about Ray to be inducted into Sabres Hall of Fame during pregame ceremony on Jan. 31
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Strbak, Geary showed defensive chemistry during series with Canisius
'“It’s a unique situation,” Redman said. “You're going to the same university, and you're drafted by the same professional team. So, your path looks very similar and the fact that they're getting some on-ice chemistry and off-ice chemistry, I think that goes deeper than maybe even more than what meets the eye.”' … [Read more...] about Strbak, Geary showed defensive chemistry during series with Canisius
Practice Report | News and notes from Sunday's skate
'Aube-Kubel has been out since sustaining a lower-body injury against New Jersey on opening night. The winger spent Sunday’s practice on a line with Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Sunday’s skate
Thompson extends point streak to 6 games, leads Sabres to 3rd straight win
'“I’ve been here a while now and we’ve been with a lot of the same guys,” Thompson said. “I think just that hunger to win – we’ve learned kind the hard way that these games in the beginning of the season, even though it’s a long season, they add up towards the end.”' … [Read more...] about Thompson extends point streak to 6 games, leads Sabres to 3rd straight win
Practice Report | News and notes from Friday's skate at KeyBank Center
'Nicolas Aube-Kubel practiced with the Sabres at KeyBank Center on Friday and is nearing a return to the lineup, though a decision remains on whether he plays Saturday afternoon against Detroit.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Friday’s skate at KeyBank Center
Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter
'Sabres fans will have the chance to see Strbak and Geary up close when Michigan State comes to Buffalo for a pair of games against Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter this Friday and Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Prospects Report | Geary, Strbak to play Canisius at LECOM Harborcenter
Practice report | News and notes from Wednesday's skate at KeyBank Center
'Nicolas Aube-Kubel was a full participant once again after previously joining the team on the ice Tuesday morning, his first session with teammates since he sustained a lower-body injury on opening night. He rotated in on a line with Beck Malenstyn, Petyon Krebs, and Sam Lafferty.' … [Read more...] about Practice report | News and notes from Wednesday’s skate at KeyBank Center
Rasmus Dahlin launches foundation to support children in need in Western New York
'Dahlin’s older brother, Felix, and younger sister, Ella, both grew up with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease that affects the joints. The condition required frequent hospitalizations for both siblings.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin launches foundation to support children in need in Western New York
Sabres continue to build toward identity with win over Stars
'“We suffered a couple tough losses,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. “I think when you deal with losses like that, the adversity can make you stronger. And I think it’s making us stronger.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres continue to build toward identity with win over Stars
Practice Report | Kulich impressing to open season
'Kulich has since played five games, building on the strong showing he had as a standout performer at the Prospects Challenge and throughout training camp. In addition to scoring his first goal in Columbus last Thursday, he tied for the team lead with five shots.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Kulich impressing to open season
Sabres' top line helps fuel victory in Chicago
‘“You play like that, you’re gonna win a lot of hockey games,” Ruff said.’ … [Read more...] about Sabres’ top line helps fuel victory in Chicago
Sabres sign Ratzlaff to entry-level contract
'The Sabres selected Ratzlaff during the fifth round (141st overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft. He will continue his season with the Seattle Thunderbirds of the WHL, where he has a .933 save percentage through three games to start 2023-24.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Ratzlaff to entry-level contract
Sabres unable to overcome slow start in loss to Blue Jackets
'“They won more battles,” Ruff said when asked about the start of the game. “I talked to the team about that after the first period. They were quicker, they were stronger on pucks. So, it’s a will. The [50-50 battles are] a will, the will to hang onto it in the O-zone. I think when we got going in the second period, we saw what it looked like. But the start of the game like … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome slow start in loss to Blue Jackets
Peterka scores twice in return as Sabres fall to Penguins in OT
'“I feel like when we kept it simple, we just played behind them, they couldn't keep up with our pace,” Thompson said. “We have a fast group and were putting pucks behind their D and making them turn to go get it and getting on the forecheck. They struggled to break out."' … [Read more...] about Peterka scores twice in return as Sabres fall to Penguins in OT
Practice Report | News and notes from Tuesday's skate
'Greenway leads Sabres forwards in shorthanded ice time, helping the team to a 10-for-13 start in that department, and ranks second on the team with 12 hits. The Sabres have out-chanced opponents 29-17 when he's been on the ice at 5-on-5 this season, according to Natural Stat Trick.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | News and notes from Tuesday’s skate