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Alex Tuch finds net twice as Sabres outscore Capitals

Alex Tuch had two goals and an assist for the Buffalo Sabres in an 8-5 win against the host Washington Capitals on Sunday. Tage Thompson scored twice and Jack Quinn had a goal and two assists for the Sabres (31-36-6, 68 points), who are 6-3-0 in their past nine games.

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With Rasmus Dahlin sick, Sabres recall defenseman from Rochester

The Buffalo Sabres this afternoon recalled defenseman Jack Rathbone from the Rochester Americans prior to their road game against the Washington Capitals.

Josh Norris News / The Hockey Writers / March 29

Should the Buffalo Sabres Be Worried About Josh Norris’ Injury Concerns?

When the Buffalo Sabres traded for Josh Norris at the deadline, he seemed like a good fit. Dylan Cozens, whom the Sabres traded to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for Norris, had struggled for a season and a half before the Sabres moved him.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 28

Sabres sign goaltending prospect to entry-level contract

The Sabres announced they’ve signed goaltending prospect Topias Leinonen to his entry-level contract.

NHL roundup: Sidney Crosby sets record in Pens' loss

The best possible fictional hockey team

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / March 28

Sabres sign Topias Leinonen to entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Friday that the club has signed goaltender Topias Leinonen to a three-year, entry-level contract to begin in the upcoming 2025-26 campaign.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 28

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 7-3 Win Over the Penguins

The Buffalo Sabres have put together winning streaks before, so winning their last two over the Ottawa Senators and Winnipeg Jets didn’t feel all that special.

Tage Thompson News / Breakaway on SI / March 28

Sabres' Tage Thompson Closing In On 40 Goals

The miserable cycle of Buffalo Sabres hockey continues as the 2024-2025 season winds down. They are going to miss the postseason again, rumors are swirling that some of their leadership group want to leave the team, and the road back to contention remains longer than ever.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 27

Sabres rout Penguins; Sidney Crosby sets NHL record in loss

Jiri Kulich scored twice for the Buffalo Sabres in a 7-3 win against the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night. Tage Thompson, Peyton Krebs, Tyson Kozak and Alex Tuch each had a goal and an assist.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Yardbarker / March 27

John Tortorella joins crowded field of potential offseason NHL coaching candidates

John Tortorella's firing Thursday as Flyers head coach this close to the end of the regular season serves as the start of the offseason in Philadelphia.

What's next for John Tortorella following Flyers exit?

Can all seven get in? Ranking the likelihood of each Canadian NHL team to make the playoffs

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 26

Sabres Coach Reaches Huge Milestone in Brutal Season

Lindy Ruff's first season back as the Buffalo Sabres head coach hasn't gone according to plan, as the team sits dead last in the Eastern Conference and is set to miss the playoffs for the 14th year in a row.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 26

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 3-2 Win Over the Senators

As the season draws to a close, there are a few consistent talking points when it comes to the Buffalo Sabres. Facing off against the Ottawa Senators, the natural focus is on the trade deadline move that swapped Josh Norris and Dylan Cozens.

Lindy Ruff News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Sabres Make Lindy Ruff Announcement After Senators Game

The first season of Lindy Ruff's second stint with the Buffalo Sabres has been a rough one. Buffalo only has 64 points to show in the standings through 70 games in the 2024-25 NHL regular season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 25

Sabres continue season-long mastery of Senators

Tage Thompson scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period and James Reimer made 30 saves as the Buffalo Sabres continued their success over the visiting Ottawa Senators with a 3-2 victory Tuesday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Sabres sign forward prospect to entry-level deal

The Sabres have signed forward Tyler Kopff to a two-year, entry-level contract beginning with the 2025-26 season, per a club announcement.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Sabres sign Tyler Kopff to two-year, entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Tuesday they signed forward Tyler Kopff to a two-year, entry-level contract that will begin in 2025-26. The 21-year-old Kopff will spend the rest of the 2024-25 season with the Sabres’ AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans, on an amateur tryout (ATO).

Isak Rosen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Sabres Recall Isak Rosen

The Sabres announced they’ve recalled right-winger Isak Rosen from AHL Rochester today. Rosen will replace Brett Murray, who the team announced was returned to the AHL ahead of tonight’s game against the Senators.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 22

Pittsburgh Penguins could do some UFA and offer sheet hunting this offseason

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: (mailbag) If the Pittsburgh Penguins are able to flip their draft picks for some good young players, then maybe they could convince a big-name free agent (like Mitch Marner) to sign this offseason.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 21

Sabres Score Dreaded Own Goal

The Buffalo Sabres have pushed through another tumultuous season. With their NHL-leading playoff drought extending another season, it's been a difficult campaign in Buffalo.

Jacob Bryson News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Sabres sign Jacob Bryson to one-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced that they have signed defenseman Jacob Bryson to a one-year contract worth $900,000. The 27-year-old was set to become an unrestricted free agent.

NHL News / House of Hockey / March 15

Why did the Sabres trade Dylan Cozens to the Senators?

Dylan Cozens was traded by the Buffalo Sabres at the deadline, and now it appears the truth behind the deal has emerged, with the team potentially happy about it.

Sabres' latest roster moves have notable lineup implications

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 15

Golden Knights' attempt at revenge goal for Jack Eichel backfires

Watch: Golden Knights lose game after trying to get revenge goal for Jack Eichel

The Vegas Golden Knights dropped a 4-3 shootout decision to the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday afternoon, a result that had to be frustrating enough for the Golden Knights given that Buffalo is one of the league's worst teams.

Jack Eichel sets Golden Knights’ single season points record

Golden Knights sign steady goaltender to six-year extension

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Dahlin’s Ultimatum Update After Meeting with Sabres GM

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin recently met with general manager Kevyn Adams to discuss the team’s direction, as reported by Elliotte Friedman on the “32 Thoughts Podcast.” This meeting followed speculation that Dahlin had issued an ultimatum demanding improvements or a trade request would follow.

Buffalo Sabres News / Blade of Steel / March 14

Insider: Star traded to Buffalo was 'devastated' in debut

NHL insider reveals young star traded to Buffalo was 'devastated' in debut

Josh Norris had made a home in the NHL in Ottawa, and after the trade to Buffalo, he was unsurprisingly devastated by his change in circumstances.

Sabres loan Josh Dunne and Isak Rosen to AHL

Don’t expect a Rasmus Dahlin, Sabres breakup anytime soon

Slumping Sabres searching for more 'compete' vs. Vegas

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

Rasmus Dahlin News / NHL Trade Talk / March 11

Dahlin Denies Report He Threatened Trade Request from Sabres

The Spittin’ Chiclets podcast recently reported that defenseman Rasmus Dahlin met with GM Kevyn Adams and threatened to request a trade if things didn’t turn around quickly in Buffalo.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 9

Watch: 10 players sent to penalty box in Kraken-Capitals game

Watch: 10 players sent to penalty box after Kraken-Capitals tussle

Penalties are common in hockey, especially those involving roughing. However, on Sunday, one scuffle resulted in everyone present on the ice being served with disciplinary consequences.

Capitals make surprising trade for rival's winger

Capitals winger suffers significant setback in injury recovery

Who are the current captains of each NHL franchise?

The 'Most 30-goal NHL seasons' quiz

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