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Tage Thompson scored and added an assist, Peyton Krebs helped with a goal and an assist, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 27 saves as Buffalo defeated New Jersey 2-1 in the NHL’s return from the Olympic break. Buffalo improved to 33-19-6 and remained in the top wild-card spot in the East, while the Devils, who got a late goal from Timo Meier and 28 saves from Jake Allen, fell to 28-28-2.
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will miss the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics due to a lower-body injury, with Joonas Korpisalo added to Finland's roster. Luukkonen sustained the injury on Jan. 27 in Toronto and has not skated with the team since.
The Buffalo Sabres, on a five-game winning streak at home, host the struggling Anaheim Ducks in a key NHL matchup, with the Sabres aiming to extend their franchise-record winning streak and improve their playoff standings, while the Ducks look to rebound from a recent poor run.
The Buffalo Sabres visit the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden for an important Eastern Conference game, with the Sabres aiming to extend their recent winning streak and improve their playoff standing, while the Rangers face challenges with key injuries but welcome back J.T. Miller.
Buffalo Sabres, after a recent loss ending their 10-game winning streak, return home to face the Vancouver Canucks, with lineup changes including Jason Zucker's return and a focus on strengthening their home ice performance. The Canucks have undergone significant roster changes and are looking to improve their recent form.
The Buffalo Sabres aim to set a franchise record with their 11th straight win against the Columbus Blue Jackets, in a crucial game for their playoff hopes, while Columbus looks to bounce back with key players returning from injury.
NHL.com's Dan Rosen discusses the Buffalo Sabres' recent nine-game winning streak and their potential for a sustainable playoff run, noting the importance of consistent defense and puck management. He also explains that Olympic hockey roster rules are flexible enough to allow specialized players, and touches on roster considerations for the Capitals, the Golden Knights' overtime struggles, the outdoor status of the Winter Classic, and the unlikely adoption of a 3-2-1 point system in the NHL.
The Buffalo Sabres extended their winning streak to nine games with a 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues, showcasing resilience and strong team effort, and are aiming for a franchise record 10th straight win against the Dallas Stars.
The NHL status report highlights recent injury updates, including Connor Bedard's return to skating for the Blackhawks with no clear timeline, Vejmelka's placement on IR by the Mammoth, Suter's ankle injury with a four-week reevaluation, and other key injury news across teams like the Blues, Sabres, Hurricanes, and Canucks.
Connor McDavid aims to reach 150 points in a calendar year as the Oilers face the Jets; the Sabres seek their ninth straight win against the Blues; Celebrini continues to impress for Team Canada; the Avalanche look to extend their winning streak against the Kings; and Ovechkin aims to add to his goal total in a busy NHL schedule.
The Buffalo Sabres have appointed Marc Bergevin as associate general manager and Josh Flynn as assistant general manager, bringing extensive NHL experience to strengthen their hockey operations team.
The Buffalo Sabres react to the firing of GM Kevyn Adams and welcome Jarmo Kekäläinen as the new GM, with players and coaches expressing support and optimism for the team's future under new leadership, despite current mixed results and ongoing evaluations.
The Buffalo Sabres have won four of their last five games, with Mattias Samuelsson leading the team with his improved play, including his first two NHL goals. The team showcased strong special teams, especially on the penalty kill, and offensive firepower with key contributions from players like Owen Power, Alex Tuch, and Tage Thompson. Despite an injury to Tyson Kozak, the Sabres are in third place in the Atlantic Division, and upcoming games may see new players called up to fill roster gaps.
The Sabres secured a victory with Lyon making 32 saves in a shutout performance, highlighting a strong defensive effort in the game.
The Buffalo Sabres secured their first win of the season by defeating the Ottawa Senators 8-4, with Jack Quinn scoring twice and Jason Zucker netting two power-play goals. The Senators, missing captain Brady Tkachuk due to injury, lost their third straight game. The game featured a mix of power-play and short-handed goals, and both teams are preparing for upcoming matches.