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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.

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The Quiz of the Day

A Steady Backup Should be High on Kevyn Adams’ To-Do List

There isn’t one cause for the Sabres’ failure to break their playoff drought this year. Buffalo’s special teams weren’t nearly good enough, the team failed

Isak Rosen News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 27

Isak Rosen knows he must produce for Sabres: ‘I need to play better’

BUFFALO – Sabres rookie Isak Rosen understands the opportunities he has recently enjoyed are difficult to earn. Rosen, the Rochester Americans’ leading scorer, has been recalled three times this month as the Sabres deal with a depleted forward corps.

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 / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 27

Sabres’ Jason Zucker out against Pens; James Reimer expected to start again

BUFFALO – Sabres winger Jason Zucker will miss tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins because a family matter, coach Lindy Ruff said. Ruff hopes Zucker will be available for Saturday afternoon’s road game against the Philadelphia Flyers.

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.

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 / The Hockey Writers / March 24

3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 5-3 Win Over the Jets

It has been hard to even write about the Buffalo Sabres anymore. The 4-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild felt like a complete lack of effort in the face of one of the most miserable seasons in ages.

James Reimer News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Reimer Strong as Sabres Take Down Jets 5-3

The Buffalo Sabres (28-35-6) came into Canada Life Centre to face the Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets on Sunday afternoon (Mar. 23) and weathered a strong Jets attack, winning 5-3.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23

Sabres surprise Jets, end two-game slide

Ryan McLeod had a goal and three assists and James Reimer made 33 saves for the visiting Buffalo Sabres in a 5-3 win against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Buffalo Sabres Have Hit Rock Bottom Again

The Buffalo Sabres once again find themselves among the bottom five teams in the NHL. With a 27-34-6 record, they’ve collected just 60 points through 67 games, putting them on pace for a mere 74 points.

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 / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Sabres Have a Lot to Clean Up During the Upcoming Offseason

It is beyond embarrassing what the Buffalo Sabres have become at this point. Constantly being the laughingstock of the league should be a line that any owner or general manager would draw and make necessary changes to their team to get that tag removed, but not this one.

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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / March 17

Alex Tuch, Owen Power push Buffalo past Boston in OT

Alex Tuch netted the game-winning power-play goal with 10.7 seconds remaining in overtime to lift the visiting Buffalo Sabres past the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

Sabres’ JJ Peterka, Josh Norris, Jiri Kulich out vs. Bruins with injuries

Buffalo Sabres forwards JJ Peterka, Josh Norris and Jiri Kulich will not be in the lineup for Monday’s game against the Boston Bruins, as all three players are dealing with injuries.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / March 17

Sabres Star Shining as Team Flounders

The Buffalo Sabres are set to miss the postseason again, extending the longest playoff drought in the NHL. It's another season of disappointments for the Sabres, who expected the team to take a step forward in 2024-2025.

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