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'Ruff did not provide a substantive update on what he termed a mid-body injury, “but it was one of those things that you’re passing a puck, and something happens,” the coach said. “So precaution, got him off. He’s going to get looked at, and we’ll find out what’s going on.”' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Rasmus Dahlin’s injury and captaincy plans, no time for nostalgia as Sabres ‘got to get right to it’

'The 6-foot, 186-pound Krebs has shown a willingness to play a checking line role for the Sabres, while showing glimpses of the playmaking ability that made him a first-round draft choice in 2019. Krebs was player of the year in the WHL in 2021, tallying 43 points in 24 games for the Winnipeg Ice. Krebs has also played for Canada in international tournaments, including the 2023 … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign F Peyton Krebs for 2 years

'Buffalo’s annual prospect challenge begins on Friday at Harborcenter. The Sabres and five other teams will show off their prospects over the course of three days.' … [Read more...] about What to know ahead of the Sabres Prospect Challenge

'The retro sweaters with the white bison emblem, colloquially known as the “goat head,” will make their season debut Oct. 26 in a Saturday night game against the Detroit Red Wings as part of a Hockey Halloween promotion.' … [Read more...] about ‘Goat head’ games: When the Sabres will wear retro jerseys in ’24-25 season

'Tuch, a Syracuse native, will be in attendance along with Sabres prospects Jiri Kulich, Isak Rosen and Noah Ostlund. The three prospects will have an autograph session outside the Oak Street gate from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Alex Tuch to throw out first pitch at Bisons hockey day

'The team will host 15 theme nights throughout the campaign, starting with their Oct. 10 season opener.' … [Read more...] about Sabres theme night games for 2024-25 season

'“Ted Darling, of course, the original voice of the Buffalo Sabres, is who I grew up watching on TV and listening to,” he said, pointing to a poster of him. “There’s a little bit of Ted Darling in how I call the game — some long-time Sabres fans might pick up on that.”' … [Read more...] about A day in the life of Sabres play-by-play broadcaster Dan Dunleavy

'The addition of McLeod adds to the Sabres’ push to improve team speed this offseason under new coach Lindy Ruff. Per NHL Edge, McLeod recorded the 10th-fastest skating speed in the NHL last season (23.82 mph). New Sabres Sam Lafferty and Nicolas Aube-Kubel also ranked in the 90th percentile for skating speed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade prospect Savoie for Oilers’ Ryan McLeod, re-sign Jokiharju

'It has become difficult to deny the impact of favorable tax situations around the league in recent years. Four of the past five Stanley Cup champions are based in places with no state income tax, and that benefit continues to draw free agents who know they will take home more money there than elsewhere around North America.' … [Read more...] about Do New York State income taxes hinder the Sabres in signing players?

'The Sabres will begin the season Oct. 4-5 in Prague, Czechia with games against coach Lindy Ruff’s former team the New Jersey Devils, and Ruff will be behind home bench at Buffalo’s downtown arena for the first time over a decade when the Sabres play the Los Angeles Kings in their first game of the season at KeyBank Center on Oct. 10.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ’24-25 schedule: Home opener Oct. 10 after dropping puck in Prague

'In addition, four Western New York natives were named to the roster, including recent draft picks Gavin McCarthy and Patrick Geary. Undrafted invitee forwards Ryan Smith and Jak Vaarwerk, who hail from Pendleton and Clarence, respectively, will also take part in development camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres development camp roster includes 2024 top pick, multiple WNY natives

'The move will provide Buffalo about $7.5 million in immediate salary cap relief, and the Sabres could have more than $30 million in cap space available for the start of free agency on Monday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres buying out Jeff Skinner, opening $7.5M in cap space

'Ranked as the third-best international skater by NHL Central Scouting Services, the 5-foot-11, 189 pound Helenius is a “reliable, solid player with a great set of tools,” according to the scouting report. “Plays a mature game and does not shy away from the physical side of the game despite his size. A unique skater who always seems to be in the right spot at the right time. … [Read more...] about Sabres keep pick, draft Finnish center Konsta Helenius at No. 14

'Buffalo moved down three spots to pick No. 14 in the first round while adding an additional second-round selection (No. 42) in a trade with the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. Obtaining the second-rounder originally owned by the New Jersey Devils, the Sabres now hold consecutive picks in the second, among their nine selections in the draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres slide back to pick 14, add 2nd-rounder

'The Sabres most recently picked 14th in 2021, drafting forward Isak Rosen, one of their top prospects in Rochester over the past two seasons. Zemgus Girgensons, a pending free agent who has been an alternate captain for three seasons was drafted 14th in 2012. Among the other 14th picks were skaters who played more than 500 games for the team, Ric Seiling (1977) and Jay McKee … [Read more...] about 4 check: Options for Sabres with No. 14 pick