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Apr 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (23) looks to block a shot by Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov (86) during the third period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Buffalo Sabres need more than just wins in this three-way Atlantic Division battle

Brandon Croce

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Apr 7, 2026

Buffalo Sabres deliver major statement to the NHL with win vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

Nolan Thode

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Apr 7, 2026

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen reclaimed his throne as Sabres' starting goalie for the playoffs

Daniel Becker

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Apr 7, 2026

Rob Ray hopes Rick Jeanneret has a 'smile on his face' as Sabres make playoff return

Tim Daniels

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Apr 7, 2026

Apr 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Josh Norris (9) celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Every NHL result Buffalo Sabres fans should be rooting for on Tuesday

Noah Guttman

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Apr 7, 2026

Buffalo Sabres winger Alex Tuch

Alex Tuch pinpoints one of Buffalo Sabres' biggest NHL playoff advantages

Tim Daniels

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Apr 7, 2026

Apr 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1), center Tage Thompson (72) and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) celebrate a win over the Tampa Bay Lightning at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Realistic best-case and worst-case playoff scenarios for the Buffalo Sabres

Brandon Croce

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Apr 7, 2026

Apr 6, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; The Buffalo Sabres and the Tampa Bay Lightning get in to a scrum after the whistle during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

5 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning

Brandon Croce

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Apr 6, 2026

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff

Lindy Ruff implores Sabres blueliner to become 'more physical defending'

Tim Daniels

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) celebrates his goal with defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) during the first period against the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Buffalo Sabres fan guide for watching, supporting team in 2026 NHL Playoffs

Noah Guttman

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Apr 6, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Buffalo Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) skates in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Buffalo Sabres can learn key lessons from an East rival ahead of Stanley Cup hunt

Noah Guttman

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Apr 6, 2026

MLSE President and CEO Keith Pelley

Buffalo Sabres watch as shocking name emerges in Maple Leafs GM search

Tim Daniels

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Apr 6, 2026

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin

What history says about the Sabres' struggles and their NHL playoff hopes

Tim Daniels

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Apr 6, 2026

Feb 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) shoots as Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) makes a save during the overtime period at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

4 Sabres who must answer Lindy Ruff’s challenge for more intensity against Lightning

Brandon Croce

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Apr 6, 2026

Feb 2, 2026; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Michael Kesselring (8) protects the puck against Florida Panthers center Carter Verhaeghe (23) during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Buffalo Sabres have no reason not to get this player in the lineup against Lightning

Brandon Croce

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 6, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) is congratulated by defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) after he scored a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

5 Buffalo Sabres who are set to make their well-deserved playoff debut

Brandon Croce

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Apr 5, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson (20) looks to make a pass as Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) defends during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Buffalo Sabres pass this unwanted honor to the Detroit Red Wings

Brandon Croce

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; The Buffalo Sabres celebrate a win over the Seattle Kraken at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Buffalo Sabres are officially heading back to the playoffs after 14 seasons

Brandon Croce

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Apr 4, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Buffalo Sabres forward Josh Norris (9) before the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Dylan Cozens' trade last season loomed large as Sabres failed to end the drought

Noah Guttman

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Apr 4, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Mason Lohrei (6) defends as Buffalo Sabres center Josh Dunne (44) tries to control the puck during the second period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Josh Dunne is the ideal candidate to replace the injured Sam Carrick in Buffalo

Daniel Becker

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon (34) looks to make a save during the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

3 Buffalo Sabres under the most pressure against the Washington Capitals

Brandon Croce

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Apr 4, 2026

Buffalo Sabres winger Josh Doan and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

Buffalo Sabres News: Lines juggled, goalie update, 1st Round opponent odds

Tim Daniels

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Apr 3, 2026

Fans of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres hockey team

3 things Buffalo Sabres fans will enjoy most about NHL playoff return

Tim Daniels

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Apr 3, 2026

Feb 22, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Evander Kane (9) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the second period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-Imagn Images

5 people from the Buffalo Sabres' playoff drought that fans want to forget

Daniel Becker

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Apr 3, 2026

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson while playing vs. the Ottawa Senators

Buffalo Sabres must wake up to this key reality before the 2026 NHL Playoffs

Tim Daniels

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Apr 3, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Logan Stanley (64) fights with Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) in the first period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Lindy Ruff's concerning comments show Sabres are not ready for playoff hockey

Brandon Croce

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Apr 3, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Buffalo Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Lukkonen (1) takes a break in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Buffalo Sabres let one slip away that could cost them the Atlantic Division

Brandon Croce

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Apr 2, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators right wing Michael Amadio (22) and Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (23) battle for the puck in the first period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

3 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators

Brandon Croce

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Apr 2, 2026

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