Calgary Flames vs. Buffalo Sabres - December 09, 2025

Buffalo Sabres set to debut new top line with Jiri Kulich out against CaptialsThe Buffalo Sabres will be facing off against a former teammate in Alex Tuch on Saturday night in Washington. They will be looking for the win but will be doing

Alex Tuch already knows which former Buffalo Sabres teammate will test him firstOn Saturday night, the Buffalo Sabres begin a four-game road trip with a stop in Washington to play the Capitals. It will also be the first time they will be li

Sabres fans need to accept the harsh reality that Devon Levi wasn't going to save BuffaloThe Buffalo Sabres missed out on making a big splash as Connor Hellebuyck was traded to the New Jersey Devils. It was seemingly a big loss for this team as they

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Connor Hellebuyck is in New Jersey, but Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen knows he can still be traded - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has been under the microscope from the get-go this season.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen reveals his thoughts now that Connor Hellebuyck rumors are behind the SabresOn Friday, the Connor Hellebuyck trade drama came to an end, and it resulted in Hellebuyck going to the New Jersey Devils. The Sabres have been closely tied to

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Hellebuyck Trade Takeaways 📊Goalie blockbuster deal shakes up NHL. Winners and losers here 📲

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Hellebuyck Trade Grades 🔠Report cards for Devils and Jets after blockbuster 📲

Kekalainen passes on Hellebuyck, leaves Sabres fans with one massive questionJarmo Kekalainen wasn't bluffing when it came to Connor Hellebuyck, but now the question is what comes next for the Buffalo Sabres amid a frustrating start.

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Sabres’ Jiri Kulich injured in practice, status for road trip uncertain - Buffalo Hockey BeatIf Jiri Kulich can’t accompany the Sabres on their four-game road trip, they will likely recall a forward.

Soaring Sabres prospect aims to become bigger 'threat' in one key areaThe Buffalo Sabres are seeing some real progress within their prospect pool early in the 2026-27 season, including one college player off to a red-hot start.

Alex Tuch jokes about biggest Buffalo Sabres fear after his departureAlex Tuch is looking forward to his first matchup against his former Buffalo Sabres teammates, but the Washington Capitals winger does worry about one thing.

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Teams Whose Offseason Pickups Are Paying off EarlyRangers and Leafs among the big winners so far 📲

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Connor Hellebuyck rumors have made Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's Sabres future untenableThe Buffalo Sabres find themselves at a crossroads of their own making. While there isn't a clear answer of how to fix their goaltending, it is undeniable that

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Ranking Larkin Trade Fits 🧩Best landing spots from former Red Wings captain's 10-team list 📲

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What is Mikael Backlund's Status Ahead of Key Clash With the Minnesota Wild?The Calgary Flames came up with their most impressive win of the year on Sunday, taking down the reigning Stanley Cup Champions 3-2, mvoing their record to 2-6-

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Sabres fall to Flyers in Jason Zucker’s return; Owen Power loses cool after phantom high-stick - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe Sabres, as they have throughout the season, missed the net on scoring opportunities and let coverage lapse around goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

New NHL trade candidate has connection to Sabres GM Jarmo KekalainenThe Sabres are seeking an offensive spark early in the 2026-27 season. Could Buffalo general manager Jarmo Kekalainen look to his past for a solution via trade?

NHL insider reveals Sabres, Mammoth hopes amid Hellebuyck trade rumorsThe Carolina Hurricanes continue to pursue Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck, but how active are the Buffalo Sabres and Utah Mammoth in the trade talks?

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Way-Too-Early NHL Draft Predictions 🔮Will Landon DuPont go No. 1? Which position will dominate the draft? 📲

Polarizing UPL discourse is causing a major meltdown in BuffaloThe Sabres fanbase, which finally achieved harmony during last season's long-awaited NHL playoff return, is now at war amid Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen trade rumors.

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Sabres lose to Flyers in Jason Zucker’s return; Owen Power loses cool after phantom high-stick - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe Sabres, as they have throughout the season, missed the net on scoring opportunities and let coverage lapse around goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

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Things are starting to look up for Philly after starting the season 0-6-3

4 takeaways from Buffalo Sabres' loss to the Flyers as Jason Zucker makes instant impactThe Buffalo Sabres were back home after a three-game road trip to play the Philadelphia Flyers before heading right back on the road for four straight games. Th

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Sabres notes: Josh Norris scoring after slow start, showcasing grit - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres center Josh Norris, who has a history of injuries, refused to let what he called “a weird play” make him tepid for Saturday’s game.

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New NHL Power Rankings 📊⚔️ Vegas flying high 📉 Sharks slowing down 📲 Stacking up all 32 teams

Inside the roster moves that cleared the way for Jason Zucker to debut for Buffalo SabresThe Buffalo Sabres are welcoming back Jason Zucker and Rasmus Dahlin on Wednesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. For Dahlin, he has missed the last thre

Sabres coach Lindy Ruff addresses Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen trade rumorsThe Buffalo Sabres have continued to lean heavily on goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen despite the fact UPL's name has popped up in NHL trade rumors in recent months.

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NHL Teams Tease New Unis 👀Each squad posts cryptic puzzle for 'Hometown Remix' jerseys 📸

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Calgary Flames Tease Key New Detail in Newest JerseyThe Calgary Flames have brought back some iconic jerseys in recent years, with the most beloved of all being the return of 'Blasty', a jersey that became a fan

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Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen finding groove for Sabres - Buffalo Hockey BeatSince replacing Colten Ellis, Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has s compiled a 2-0-2 record with a 3.25 goals-against average and an .897 save percentage.

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NHL Insider Reveals the Calgary Flames Potential Asking Price for Zach WhitecloudIt's no secret that the Calgary Flames were coming into the 2026/27 season looking to secure their first top-three draft pick in franchise history, and after a

Why won't Dylan Larkin consider the Buffalo Sabres amid NHL trade request?The Sabres seem like an ideal fit for Dylan Larkin, so why doesn't the Detroit Red Wings star include Buffalo on his list of acceptable NHL destinations?

Sabres' Jiri Kulich set to receive golden breakthrough opportunityThe Buffalo Sabres are looking for a spark early in the new NHL season, and Jiri Kulich is being put in a position to provide it.

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Updated NHL Predictions 🔮Our takes on Tkachuk's return to Ottawa and Hellebuyck and Larkin trade rumors 📲

Sabres welcome back Rasmus Dahlin and Jason Zucker for high-stakes game against FlyersThe Buffalo Sabres are back at KeyBank Center on Wednesday as they are set to play the Philadelphia Flyers after three straight games on the road. They are play

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Despite having zero goals, Zach Benson off to strong start, displaying chemistry with Jack Quinn, Noah Ostlund - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres winger Zach Benson has been one of coach Lindy Ruff’s best players, generating offense, causing chaos around the net and agitating opponents.

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Injury updates on Sabres’ Sam Carrick, Alex Lyon and Conor Timmins - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres coach Lindy Ruff said forward Sam Carrick’s injury might be related to the left arm injury he suffered in a fight late last season.

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Calgary Flames Recall Intriguing Forward From the AHLThe Calgary Flames picked up their second win of the season on Sunday night over the defending Stanley Cup Champions, and in that performance, it was the youth

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NHL analyst makes bold prediction about Buffalo Sabres breakout starThe Sabres are trying to find the right lineup combinations after a few key offseason departures, but one Buffalo player is turning heads amid a red-hot start.

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Jarmo Kekalainen praises Sabres goalies amid Connor Hellebuyck rumorsThe Buffalo Sabres have received lackluster goaltending early in the 2026-27 NHL season, which has led the Connor Hellebuyck trade speculation to ramp up again.

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Teams Regretting Their Offseason Moves 🤦‍♂️Which clubs wish they had a do-over from the Summer? 📲

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Trade Ideas for Travis Konecny 💡Our proposals for deals involving the Flyers winger 📲

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Despite Rasmus Dahlin injury and some early struggles, Sabres off to solid start, in playoff spot - Buffalo Hockey BeatYet having roared back and erased a two-goal deficit five times this season, including in each of the last three contests, they find themselves above .500.

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Calgary Flames Weekly Prospect Roundup: Top Stars Shine in the NCAA and WHLIt's no secret that the Calgary Flames prospect pool is what could make this team a genuine threat in years to come, and early in 2026/27, that pool has been sh

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Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin, Jason Zucker ready to return from injuries; Justin Danforth misses practice - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres captain Rasmus Dahlin hasn’t played since shooting the puck and reaching for his lower back as he left the ice in last Monday afternoon’s 5-3 win.

Buffalo Sabres' season rests on improving one disastrous numberThe Sabres are the reigning Atlantic Division champions, but Buffalo needs to start playing more complete hockey to make a return to the NHL Playoffs in 2027.

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Youth a Major Bright Spot in the Calgary Flames First Home Win of 2026/27Through seven games in 2026/27, the Calgary Flames were sitting at 1-6-0, and even on the second night of a back-to-back, many believed the Carolina Hurricanes

NHL Trade Rumors: Insider updates latest on UPL, Rangers' goalie searchThe New York Rangers are conducting a methodical review of the NHL goalie market, and the Buffalo Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is among those in the spotlight.

Elliotte Friedman names 4 NHL teams at forefront of Hellebuyck trade talksConnor Hellebuyck and the Winnipeg Jets are looking for a trade partner as his suspension nears an end, but which NHL team will step up to get a deal done?

Sharangovich Leads Flames' Win 🔥

Yegor gives Calgary the lead with under 5 to go

Owen Power is helping Sabres weather Rasmus Dahlin’s absenceBuffalo Sabres defenseman Owen Power is making Rasmus Dahlin's absence easier to deal with, given his seeming breakout season.

Tage Thompson taking his place among Sabres’ all-time greats - Buffalo Hockey BeatIn 393 games since the beginning of 2021-22, Sabres star Tage Thompson has scored a whopping 203 goals, the league’s seventh-highest total during that stretch.

Realistic trade path for the Buffalo Sabres to land Connor HellebuyckAfter a few weeks of it being quiet around Connor Hellebuyck, news has picked up over the past few days, and this is usually an indication that there is some mo

Winnipeg suspension end date creates trade urgency for Sabres and Connor HellebuyckThe rumors connecting the Buffalo Sabres and Connor Hellebuyck aren't going away, and in fact could be ramping up here in the coming days. On Saturday, Elliotte

Buy or Sell Latest Rumors 👂Weighing 5 trades buzzing around NHL 📲

4 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal CanadiensThe Buffalo Sabres were back in Montreal on Saturday night for the third straight road game, a road trip that began in Montreal before going to Toronto on Thurs

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Calgary Flames Shakeup their Practice Lines Ahead of Clash With Carolina HurricanesThe 2026/27 season was always going to be a tough one for the Calgary Flames, but with just one win in their first six losses, the team are facing a goal differ

Re-Ranking the Messiest NHL Breakups 💔Larkin and Hellebuyck make our list 📲

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Sabres look to make key tweaks against CanadiensThe Buffalo Sabres are back in Montreal for their second game against the Canadiens this week. In the first game, the Canadiens would jump out to a 3-1 lead. Ho

Following recall, Sabres’ Dennis Gilbert scores rare goal, displays tenacity - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres defenseman Dennis Gilbert found a lane and beat Maple Leafs goalie Sergei Bobrovsky from the point at 10:05, his first goal since Dec. 31, 2023.

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Josh Norris and Jiri Kulich all progressing from injuries and illness - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres center Josh Norris, who entered concussion protocol in Toronto, skated in Friday’s optional practice in Montreal.

Building the Buffalo Sabres' ideal forward lines as Jason Zucker nears his returnThe Buffalo Sabres could be getting some help for their forwards fairly soon, as Jason Zucker continues to get closer to making his season debut. Zucker missed

Lindy Ruff props up Sabres star still seeking first goal of 2026-27The Sabres offense has yet to start clicking on all cylinders this season, but the NHL team's head coach is confident better days are ahead for a key forward.

Calgary Flames Prospect Earns Major Reward Following Red-Hot StartThe Calgary Flames prospect pool may not have their next big franchise star, but, what they do have is a deep pool that could feature many future NHLers. Obviou

Buffalo Sabres prospect selected for U.S. roster at 2026 Spengler CupU.S. Collegiate Selects announced a key member of the Sabres farm system will compete in this year's edition of the oldest invitational hockey tournament.

Jake DeBrusk Landing Spots📍Five teams that could trade for Canucks forward 📲

Random Song Lyrics for Every Team 🎶Our unique take on all 32 NHL teams' start to the season

Buffalo native sparks Sabres' thrilling comeback win over Maple LeafsThe Buffalo Sabres again waited until the third period to play their best hockey, and an unlikely source helped them score a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

5 key takeaways as Jack Quinn shines in dramatic Sabres overtime victory over TorontoThe Buffalo Sabres continued their road trip on Thursday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. After a shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday, the

Flames-Golden Knights Highlights

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Jack Quinn scores, fights and looks like star in Sabres’ wild OT win; Buffalo loses Jiri Kulich, Josh Norris - Buffalo Hockey BeatEach time he touched the puck Thursday, it felt like Sabres winger Jack Quinn would make something special happen.

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Sabres notes: Owen Power skating big minutes, becoming elite defenseman - Buffalo Hockey BeatThrough seven games this season entering Thursday’s contest, Sabres defenseman Owen Power had averaged a whopping 26 minutes, 26 seconds of ice time.

Should the Calgary Flames be Targeting Two Young Washington Capitals in Trades?The Calgary Flames picked up their first win of the season on Tuesday night, but with a 1-5-0 record to start the year, the team absolutely need to continue pri

Buffalo Sabres power play may soon receive a much-needed boostThe Sabres are once again struggling on the power play, but Buffalo's chances of success with the man advantage figure to improve in the pretty near future.

Sabres goalie Alex Lyon endures injury setback; Rasmus Dahlin, Jason Zucker closer to playing - Buffalo Hockey BeatCaptain Rasmus Dahlin, who’s day to day with an upper-body injury, has a 50-50 chance of playing Saturday when the Sabres close their three-game road trip.

NHL Rumors: Insider hints 'a lot bubbling under the surface' on Connor HellebuyckThe Winnipeg Jets and All-Star goalie Connor Hellebuyck remain in a standoff. Could a resolution to the ongoing NHL saga finally be on the horizon?

Trade Landing Spots for Konecny 📍Flyers could move the winger with the team struggling 📲

Elliotte Friedman reveals reason for Rangers scout at Sabres vs. CanadiensThe New York Rangers sent a prominent member of their scouting staff to a recent game between the Atlantic Division rival Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens.

Buffalo Sabres must break one alarming game habit against Toronto Maple LeafsThe Buffalo Sabres continue their road trip on Thursday with a short trip north to play the Toronto Maple Leafs. It is a three-game road trip that began on Tues

Following trade, speedy Olen Zellweger making fast impact with Sabres - Buffalo Hockey BeatIf Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin, who’s day to day, can’t play against the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena, expect Olen Zellweger to skate big minutes again.

Jarmo Kekalainen was 'upset,' called meetings amid Sabres' poor startThe Buffalo Sabres have yet to play their best hockey early in the 2026-27 NHL season, and general manager Jarmo Kekalainen isn't pleased with the performance.

Four Big Takeaways From the Calgary Flames First Victory of the 2026/27 SeasonWhile the Calgary Flames are tanking in 2026/27, no team wants to start the season as poorly as the Flames have, and with the team sitting at 0-5-0 with a very

New NHL Power Rankings 📊Top five gets shaken up. Tap for full rankings 📲

Sabres' Josh Doan facing increased pressure because of big contractA high-profile trade brought Josh Doan to the Sabres, and Buffalo showed confidence in his growth with a long-term contract extension. Now he's struggling.

Ex-Sabres prospect shines as Buffalo's goalies falter early in 2026-27Buffalo Sabres goaltenders have struggled early in the new season. Did the NHL team's front office let a possible solution walk out the door over the offseason?

Lindy Ruff reveals concerning injury updates after Sabres' loss to HabsThe Buffalo Sabres were able to secure a point Tuesday night against the Montreal Canadiens, but the team's injury list continues to grow at an alarming rate.

Overreactions to the Start of the NHL SeasonOur early takes on some of the hottest topics so far 📲

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4 takeaways from the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal CanadiensEven though the Buffalo Sabres had momentum coming off a 5-3 win over the Florida Panthers, they were facing a tough task on Tuesday night against the Montreal

Calgary Flames Weekly Prospect Roundup: NCAA Stars Get Off to a Red-Hot StartThe Calgary Flames prospect pool lacks a standout, future star the team can build around, but that doesn't mean it's not one of the best in the National Hockey

NHL analyst warns Buffalo Sabres front office has 'no time to waste'The Sabres are traversing a rocky road early in the 2026-27 NHL season. Does that mean Buffalo should make an early blockbuster trade to upgrade its roster?

Wildest New NHL Concessions 🤤Food creations you need to try this season 📲

Benching Konsta Helenius raises question about Sabres coach Lindy RuffKonsta Helenius must play to have his impressive analytics pay off, and that is coming for the Sabres' forward.

After losing Rasmus Dahlin to injury, Sabres recall defenseman - Buffalo Hockey BeatRasmus Dahlin, the Buffalo Sabres’ top defenseman, is expected to miss tonight’s road game against the Montreal Canadiens.

Ryan Huska Addresses the Injury Status of Emerging Calgary Flames Forward Samuel HonzekFor two straight seasons, Samuel Honzek has won a spot with the Calgary Flames coming out of training camp, and through 18 games in 2025/26, he started to emerg

Former Buffalo Sabres fan favorite off to a flying start with new teamBuffalo's offense has run hot and cold in the early stages of the 2026-27 NHL season, but one popular ex-Sabre is having no trouble lighting the lamp right now.

Buffalo Sabres rising star showing signs of monster breakout seasonThe Sabres have been navigating injuries and some poor play early in the 2026-27 NHL season, but one Buffalo player looks ready to finally meet expectations.

Trade Options for Rangers After Igor's Injury 😩Connor Hellebuyck and the goalies New York could turn to for the rest of the season 📲

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen shines in relief appearance, backstops Sabres to win over Panthers - Buffalo Hockey BeatWhen Sabres goalie Colten Ellis struggled early in Monday’s game, coach Lindy Ruff turned to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen with the game tied at 2 in the second period.

Buffalo Sabres minor trade with Penguins reveals massive hidden master planShortly after the Florida Panthers' game, the Buffalo Sabres announced a trade that sent defenseman Ryan Johnson to the Pittsburgh Penguins for two defensemen,

Sabres trade Ryan Johnson, receive two defensemen from Penguins - Buffalo Hockey BeatDefenseman Ryan Johnson recently cleared waivers and began the season with the Rochester Americans.

Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin day to day with upper-body injury, will likely miss game against Canadiens - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres coach Lindy Ruff said captain Rasmus Dahlin is day to day and wouldn’t accompany the Sabres when they left to begin their three-game road trip.

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The Penguins have acquired defenseman Ryan Johnson from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Caleb Jones and Daniel Laatsch.

4 takeaways from Buffalo Sabres' 5-3 win over the Florida PanthersAn injury to Rasmus Dahlin is suddenly the Buffalo Sabres' biggest concern after Monday's hard-fought victory over the Florida Panthers.

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Struggling Sabres change lineup again by inserting young forwards - Buffalo Hockey BeatThere was some belief the struggling Sabres, who have lost two straight games, might scratch Ryan McLeod or Josh Norris, both of whom are goalless this season.

Struggling Sabres change lineup again versus Panthers - Buffalo Hockey BeatThere was some belief the struggling Sabres, who have lost two straight games, might scratch Ryan McLeod or Josh Norris, both of whom are goalless this season.

Buffalo Sabres prospect off to sizzling start ahead of potential NHL arrivalThe Sabres offense has sputtered early in the 2026-27 NHL season, but one of the Buffalo's most popular prospects is off to a far more promising start.

Josh Norris reveals a hidden truth about Buffalo Sabres' early strugglesBuffalo is trying to back up last season's long-awaited return to the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs, but it was never going to be easy for a young Sabres roster.

Re-Ranking the Top Free Agents Available 📊Laine, Tarasenko and other big names remain available 📲

NHL EDGE reveals a potential threat at the start of the Sabres 2026-27 seasonThe Buffalo Sabres are off to a 2-3-0 start through their first five games of the 2026-27 season. There are a couple of interesting storylines to follow.

As Sabres struggle early, Ryan McLeod or Josh Norris could be scratched - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe Sabres, fresh off a 109-point season, have scored just one goal in their last two contests, losing 4-1 to the Mammoth and 4-0 to the Stars.

Four Positive Takeaways From the Calgary Flames 4-2 Loss to the Anaheim Ducks0-5-0 is the worst start through five games in Calgary Flames franchise history, and heading into Saturday nights clash with the Anaheim Ducks, they were lookin

Buffalo Sabres early season trends reveal major reasons for slow startThe Buffalo Sabres are now five games into the 2026-27 season and are currently 2-3 on the season after a 4-1 loss to the Utah Mammoth on Saturday night. It has

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Sabres lose to Mammoth, still searching for identity: ‘Trying to find who we are’ - Buffalo Hockey BeatThrough two periods Saturday, forwards accounted for just six of the Sabres’ 11 shots on goal. As a team, they finished the night with 24 shots.

4 takeaways for the Buffalo Sabres from a deflating 4-1 loss to the Utah Mammoth The Buffalo Sabres and Utah Mammoth were both looking for a bounce-back game after ugly losses before Saturday's meeting. The Sabres had just lost 4-0 to the Da

Mammoth-Sabres Highlights

10/10/2026

Calgary Flames Make Unfortunate Revelation on Samuel Honzek, More Ahead of Ducks ClashThe Calgary Flames were blown away 7-3 on their return to Scotiabank Saddledome ice on Thursday night, and on Saturday at 8PM MT, they get another opportunity,

NY Rangers, 2 other teams that should call Buffalo Sabres for goalie helpThere are several teams early in the 2026-27 season that have major questions at goalie. All of those teams should be calling the Buffalo Sabres, who ultimately

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Sabres to scratch Konsta Helenius, Jiri Kulich; Colten Ellis to start in goal - Buffalo Hockey BeatKonsta Helenius offered immediate contributions last season when the Sabres utilized him in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

What Should the Calgary Flames Defensive Pairs Look Like After This Past Week?Through four games, we all expected the Calgary Flames to struggle mightily, but even the most pessimistic fans couldn't have quite seen the team being 0-4-0 wi

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Coaching Replacements for TocchetFive potential candidates for Philly as the Flyers continue to struggle 📲

Colten Ellis and two other x-factors for the Buffalo Sabres against UtahThe Buffalo Sabres are coming off by far their worst performance of the season after losing 4-0 to the Dallas Stars. It felt like they were keeping pace early w

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Newcomer Matt Villalta gives Rochester Amerks No. 1 goalie, Sabres depth - Buffalo Hockey BeatGoalie Matt Villalta, who has played three NHL games, will likely earn most of the starts this season with Rochester and give the Sabres valuable depth.

Sabres insider delivers impassioned defense of assistant Seth AppertSabres assistant coach Seth Appert has come under intense criticism in recent years because of Buffalo's significant, sustained struggles on the power play.

What Did we Learn From Week One of the Calgary Flames 2026/27 Season?Last Thursday, the Calgary Flames dropped the puck on the final season in the history of the Scotiabank Saddledome, and after last nights defeat at the hands of

3 Buffalo Sabres starting to feel the heat after painfully slow startsThe Sabres aren't playing their best hockey early in the 2026-27 NHL season, and it's going to take a team-wide effort for Buffalo to start gaining momentum.

Key departures are haunting the Buffalo Sabres penalty killThe Sabres have had mixed results when a man down on the ice so far in 2026-27, which typically wasn't the case for Buffalo last season.

Lindy Ruff addresses the elephant in the room after Sabres' loss to StarsThe Buffalo Sabres aren't playing their best hockey early in the 2026-27 NHL season, and head coach Lindy Ruff understands why frustration continues to build.

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BS Meter on Latest Trade Rumors 🌡️Larkin to Florida? Edvinsson to Edmonton? Breaking down all the trade chatter 📲

3 clear losers from Sabres' shutout loss to the StarsThe Buffalo Sabres couldn't find an edge against the Dallas Stars, getting blanked 4-0 on home ice. This could be considered the worst loss of the young season.