Stay updated with the latest insights and key takeaways from Buffalo Sabres practices. From player performances to lineup updates and strategies, get a behind-the-scenes look at how the team prepares for game day.
Samuelsson’s Status in Question for Wednesday Buffalo defenseman Mattias Samuelsson returned to practice Monday following an illness that sidelined him for two games. His potential availability for Wednesday night’s home matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes remains uncertain. While he participated fully in drills, he was paired as an extra alongside Dennis Gilbert and left the...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres were forced to make roster changes following Monday’s victory over Washington, as forward Jiri Kulich is sidelined with a lower-body injury. Head coach Lindy Ruff announced that Kulich is considered week-to-week, leaving a gap in the lineup as the team prepares for their next challenge against Ottawa. Kulich, a 20-year-old standout, has...Read More
As the Buffalo Sabres prepare for a pivotal clash against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday at KeyBank Center, the team’s focus has shifted to its core group of leaders. Head coach Lindy Ruff called a meeting before Thursday’s practice, emphasizing the responsibility that lies with the team’s most experienced players. Ruff’s message was clear:...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres will receive a much-needed boost to their defense as they prepare to face the New York Rangers on Wednesday night at KeyBank Center. Missing key players like Rasmus Dahlin has exposed the team’s defensive vulnerabilities, but the expected return of Mattias Samuelsson could provide stability for a struggling blue line. Samuelsson, who...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres returned to the ice at KeyBank Center on Sunday, focusing on preparation and execution ahead of their matchup with the Detroit Red Wings. One of the key storylines was Ryan Johnson, the team’s 2019 first-round pick, who practiced alongside Bowen Byram as the Sabres deal with the absence of captain Rasmus Dahlin...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres’ Thanksgiving Day practice at KeyBank Center left fans and analysts alike wondering about the status of star defenseman Rasmus Dahlin. Dahlin exited the 45-minute session early, sparking concerns about his availability for Friday’s home game against the Vancouver Canucks. Head coach Lindy Ruff downplayed the situation, describing it as “a little bit...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres are gearing up for a pivotal matchup against the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday night at KeyBank Center, and they’ll have a key weapon back in the arsenal. Tage Thompson, the team’s leading goal-scorer with 11 tallies this season, is set to return after a five-game absence due to a lower-body injury. Thompson...Read More
The Buffalo Sabres made several roster moves on Monday as they prepared for a three-game road trip in California, which begins Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Forward Isak Rosen has been recalled from the Rochester Americans, while goaltender Devon Levi has been assigned to Rochester. Devon Levi Assigned to Rochester Devon Levi, 22,...Read More
Injury Update: Thompson and Luukkonen Day-to-Day, Samuelsson Out Long-Term As the Sabres prepare for their Thursday night clash with the St. Louis Blues, injury concerns loom over the lineup. Star forward Tage Thompson and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen are listed as day-to-day after missing Wednesday’s practice, as confirmed by Head Coach Lindy Ruff. Both players are...Read More
