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Sabres’ Michael Kesselring to make season debut against Blue Jackets

A team that’s one of the league’s hottest at home this season is getting some reinforcements. When speaking to the media, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff stated that defenseman Michael Kesselring is “good to go” and is expected to make his debut with his new team on Tuesday night, when the Sabres play host to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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NHL Predictions: October 28 Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Tuesday evening’s game between the Buffalo Sabres and the Columbus Blue Jackets features two young teams that are desperate for a playoff berth this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 27

Sabres goalies Colten Ellis, Alex Lyon and UPL all battling for starts

BUFFALO – After just one game, carrying an extra goalie paid off for the Sabres. On Saturday morning, rookie Colten Ellis, who had traveled to Toronto ahead of his teammates to be ready for his scheduled start, woke up with a stiff back.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27

Sabres assign Zach Metsa, expected to activate Michael Kesselring

The Buffalo Sabres have assigned defenseman Zach Metsa to the AHL’s Rochester Americans. The move will open the roster space to activate defenseman Michael Kesselring off of injured reserve.

John Tavares scores late as Maple Leafs down Sabres in OT

Blue Jackets visit Sabres in chase for more road success

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

3 Takeaways from Sabres’ 4-3 Loss to Maple Leafs

The Buffalo Sabres headed north of the border to complete the second half of their home-and-home with the Toronto Maple Leafs. They took the first game on Friday night, defeating their rivals 5-3 on home ice.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 25

NHL Makes Scoring Change After Maple Leafs-Sabres Game

The NHL announced a scoring correction following the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4–3 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Sabres recall Josh Dunne after placing Tyson Kozak on IR

Josh Dunne’s time in the minors was short-lived. After being sent back down earlier this week, the Buffalo Sabres announced that they’ve recalled the winger from AHL Rochester.

Zach Benson News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Sabres’ Zach Benson Off to Hot Start This Season

Zach Benson is now entering his third season in the NHL. With minimal offensive production over his first two seasons, he is expected to make a bigger impact offensively for the Buffalo Sabres this season, as he has recorded 30 points (2023-24) and 28 points (2024-25) in the previous two seasons.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 25

NHL Predictions: October 25th Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Saturday’s evening game between the Buffalo Sabres and the The Toronto Maple Leafs is the second part of a home-and-home between the two Atlantic Division rivals.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 25

Sabres pursue sweep of home-and-home set vs. Maple Leafs

The Buffalo Sabres have turned things around after starting the season with three straight losses. Winners of four of their past five games, they will look to keep rolling when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs for the second half of a back-to-back matchup with their Atlantic Division rival on Saturday.

Mattias Samuelsson News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

Mattias Samuelsson Nets 2 as Sabres Down Maple Leafs 5-3

Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson tallied a game-high two goals, spearheading the Buffalo Sabres, as they notched a win against their cross-border rivals,

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 24

Mattias Samuelsson nets 2 as Sabres leapfrog Maple Leafs in Atlantic

Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson had his first ever two-goal game as the Buffalo Sabres bested the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 on Friday night. After a slow start to his season, Tage Thompson netted the go-ahead goal 7:20 into the second period.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 24

NHL Makes Scoring Change After Red Wings-Sabres Game

The NHL announced a scoring correction following the Buffalo Sabres’ 4–2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night at KeyBank Center. The update was posted by the NHL's Public Relations account on X.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

NHL Predictions: October 24th Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. The Toronto Maple Leafs (3-3-1) hit the road Friday night to take on the Buffalo Sabres (3-4-0).

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 23

Sabres Rookie Goaltender Key to Unlocking Success

Heading into a matchup against the Detroit Red Wings, the Buffalo Sabres knew that they would be in for a taxing battle on the ice. Prior to the game, the Red Wings were running on a stunning five-game winning streak.

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Sabres’ Goalie Sparkles in Debut After Starting Season on Waivers

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Colten Ellis made the most of his long-awaited opportunity to make his NHL debut. On Wednesday, the 25-year-old goaltender stood tall by making 27 saves and stopping several breakaways in Buffalo’s 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / October 22

Sabres G Colten Ellis cools off Red Wings in NHL debut

Jack Quinn scored a go-ahead power-play goal early in the third period and Colten Ellis made 27 saves in his NHL debut, fueling the host Buffalo Sabres to a 4-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday.

Colten Ellis News / Inside The Rink / October 22

Colten Ellis Set to Make NHL Debut Tonight for Buffalo Sabres

Tonight, the Buffalo Sabres will take on the Detroit Red Wings in Buffalo. The Sabres at practice today had Colten Ellis in the starter’s crease, signaling he would be making his NHL debut tonight.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 21

Leafs' solution to Marner problem should be Sabres player

Maple Leafs' solution to Mitch Marner problem should be Sabres player demanding $11M

The Toronto Maple Leafs are still looking to add a power forward to reinforce their top six since the departure of Mitch Marner.

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Devon Levi News / Daily Faceoff / October 21

What will the Sabres do with Devon Levi?

When the Buffalo Sabres traded Sam Reinhart to the Florida Panthers back in 2021, goaltender Devon Levi was the prized prospect they received in return.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

Sabres assign starting goaltender on conditioning stint

Buffalo Sabres starting netminder Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will head to AHL Rochester on a conditioning stint, the club announced. The team also reassigned defenseman Zachary Jones to Rochester after recalling him on Sunday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 21

Top Sabres Forward Drawing More Trade Interest

The Buffalo Sabres are trying again to end their NHL-longest playoff drought. Going on 15 seasons without making the postseason, the Sabres aim to rise in the Atlantic Division standings.

Lindy Ruff News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 21

Why Sabres must not fire Lindy Ruff after nightmare start

It’s no secret that the Buffalo Sabres are currently mired in the longest postseason drought in the National Hockey League today. They haven’t played beyond the 82nd game of the regular season since the 2010-11 NHL campaign, a span of 14 years and counting.

Tage Thompson News / Breakaway on SI / October 20

Sabres Star Hopes International Success Translates to NHL

The past calendar year has been an individual success for Buffalo Sabres star forward Tage Thompson. He scored 44 goals last season, the second time in his career to eclipse the 40-goal mark.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Big-Name Winger Presses Pause on Contract Talks, Rumors Swirl Around Oilers

Things can change quickly in the NHL. A team that looks unstoppable one week can suddenly fall apart the next, while a club that seems to be in crisis can string together a couple of wins and flip the narrative entirely.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 18

Brad Marchand steals and destroys opponent's helmet, again showing why he's NHL's most agitating player

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand is the NHL's biggest love-hate player.

Sabres hand Panthers fourth straight loss

Jaromir Jagr's Hall of Fame bid will have to wait

Better goaltending and familiarity have fueled the Avalanche's hot start

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Brandon Montour taking temporary leave of absence from Kraken

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 17

Sabres’ Danforth to miss ‘significant’ time, Samuelsson to return

There’s good news and bad news, Buffalo Sabres fans. The bad news is forward Justin Danforth will “miss a significant amount of time” with a lower-body injury, as head coach Lindy Ruff told the media Friday.