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Jack Quinn’s future in Buffalo hangs in the balance, while the Devils inch closer to securing Arseni Gritsyuk and the Senators aim to re‑sign Samuel Ersson without arbitration.
Winnipeg selected Swedish center Viggo Björck with the eighth pick, praising his skill, character and potential to become a top‑six forward.
The Buffalo Sabres traded the 45th overall pick and prospect Anton Wahlberg to Anaheim for defenseman Olen Zellweger, while also completing several other roster moves ahead of the NHL draft in Buffalo.
After a breakout playoff run, the Buffalo Sabres have locked up their young forward Zach Benson to a seven‑year, $52.5 million agreement, signaling a long‑term commitment to the team’s emerging core.
Buffalo moved up in the 2026 NHL Draft to select 17‑year‑old Ilia Morozov, a Russian forward who posted 20 points in 36 college games. The move reflects the club’s focus on development, depth and alignment with its core values.
Buffalo’s front office has targeted 17‑year‑old Ilia Morozov, a Russian prospect currently starring for Miami (Ohio), as the centerpiece of a draft‑day trade.
The Philadelphia Flyers are exploring trades to strengthen their defense, having already added Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit, while targeting Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres.
The NHL offseason has already delivered a flurry of headlines, from blockbuster trade rumors to unexpected free‑agency decisions that could reshape next season’s rosters.
After a breakthrough 2025‑26 campaign that saw the Buffalo Sabres clinch the Atlantic Division and secure a playoff berth, the franchise is eyeing a strategic addition to its forward lines. Mathew Barzal, the New York Islanders' elite playmaker, emerges as the prime candidate to elevate the team's offensive arsenal.
Pierce Mbuyi, a forward for the Owen Sound Attack and a Penn State commit, discusses the factors that led to his decision, his leadership ambitions, and the developmental benefits he sees in the NCAA path.
Buffalo’s front office is negotiating new deals for Bowen Byram, Beck Malenstyn and Peyton Krebs, while a promising net‑minder arrives from the QMJHL.
A look at the recent extensions for Boston’s top defensemen, their career trajectories, and what their future means for the franchise.
A deep dive into how Zach Benson’s physical play, clutch scoring and penalty‑minute leadership defined the Buffalo Sabres’ playoff run and positioned him for a lucrative restricted free‑agent contract.
In a candid conversation, Kevyn Adams looks back on his 16‑year stint with the Buffalo Sabres, the organization’s drafting and development strategy, and his excitement about a potential return to senior management with the Vancouver Canucks.
The Montreal Canadiens survived a Game 7 battle against the Buffalo Sabres, with Alex Newhook scoring the overtime winner. The victory propels the Canadiens into a conference final against the Carolina Hurricanes while the Professional Women's Hockey League announces expansion to San Jose and Detroit, a move celebrated by local officials. Meanwhile, Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo hip surgery, casting uncertainty over his recovery.
With the Montreal Canadiens hosting the Buffalo Sabres in a winner‑take‑all Game 7, the stakes are high, the history is rich and the goaltending decisions could prove pivotal.
With a 61 percent faceoff win rate, 17 playoff goal‑scorers and a blend of veteran netminders, the Buffalo Sabres look to close out the Montreal Canadiens in a high‑stakes Game 7.
The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens will meet in a Game 7 at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center, with the winner advancing to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals.
The Buffalo Sabres erased an early deficit to post an 8‑3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference semifinal, forcing a decisive Game 7 that will decide which team advances to face the Carolina Hurricanes for the conference championship and a shot at the Stanley Cup.
A look at recent playoff results that saw the Chicago Wolves take a 2‑0 lead over the Grand Rapids Griffins, the Buffalo Sabres rally to force a Game 7, and Canada crush Italy in a world‑championship matchup.
The Buffalo Sabres rallied to an 8‑3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinal, erasing a 3‑1 deficit and forcing a Game 7 against the Carolina Hurricanes.
The Atlantic Division’s recent powerhouses have been challenged by a resurging Montreal Canadiens and a revitalized Buffalo Sabres, whose rapid rebuilds have placed them one win away from the conference final.
A late surge by the Colorado Avalanche overturns a 3‑0 lead held by the Minnesota Wild, ending the Wild's season.
The NHL’s Department of Player Safety, led by George Parros, has recently issued a series of six‑game suspensions, including that of Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy. A review of the cases reveals patterns in enforcement and player histories.