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3 Sabres That Have Been Noticeably Good to Start the Season

After a very slow start to the 2024-25 season, the Buffalo Sabres finally secured their first win of the campaign against the Florida Panthers over the weekend, and they finally capitalized on the chances that they had been generating for the first few games.

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Practice scuffle could actually be healthy for the Buffalo Sabres

It’s been a difficult start to the 2024-25 season for the Buffalo Sabres, starting with two losses overseas against the New Jersey Devils and now 1-3-0 through their first four games.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Now / October 14

A Fight Breaks Out at Sabres Practice

The Buffalo Sabres practiced on Monday after a day off, but the intensity from Saturday night’s win over the Florida Panthers did not wear off. The Sabres held an uptempo, quick puck-moving practice that resulted in tempers flaring and a fight involving the team’s captain.

Rasmus Dahlin News / Hockey Unplugged / October 14

Rasmus Dahlin hip checks and fights his own teammate at Sabres practice (video)

Rasmus Dahlin was recently named the captain of the Buffalo Sabres and there is no doubt that the franchise is expecting him to pull the team out of the gutter.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 14

Watch: Sabres Captain Fights Teammate at Practice

The Buffalo Sabres are under a lot of pressure to succeed during the 2024-25 season. They’ve missed the playoffs a league-leading 13 consecutive seasons and are looking to break that drought this year.

NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 13

Sabres start scoring, beat Panthers for first win: ‘A stress-reliever’

BUFFALO – It felt like things might be turning for the Sabres when late in Saturday’s first period, having just answered the Florida Panthers and tied the game, center Tage Thompson roared down the right wing and unleashed the puck toward the net.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Sabres end three-game losing skid with victory over Panthers

Devon Levi -- playing against the franchise that drafted him -- made 23 saves to lead the host Buffalo Sabres to their first win of the season, a 5-2 victory over the Florida Panthers on Saturday night.

Riley Sheahan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 12

Former NHL forward retiring from professional hockey

Former NHL forward announces retirement from professional hockey

Former NHL forward Riley Sheahan is skating away into the sunset.

Injury bug strikes NHL stars early in 2024-25 season

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Konsta Helenius News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 12

Sabres prospect Konsta Helenius looks sharp late in Rochester debut

In the opening minutes of his AHL debut, Konsta Helenius looked a bit overwhelmed, turning the puck over twice in his own zone during a power play. During a man advantage later in the first period, the Buffalo Sabres prospect fell down at the point, creating a breakaway for the Belleville Senators.

Devon Levi News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 12

JJ Peterka could return from injury next week; Devon Levi to start for Sabres

BUFFALO – Sabres coach Lindy Ruff expects winger JJ Peterka to return from his concussion for Wednesday’s road game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Peterka skated in the Sabres’ optional this morning as they prepared for tonight’s game against the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.

NHL News / Bleacher Nation / October 12

Panthers vs. Sabres Prediction: Picks, Live Odds and Moneyline – Saturday, October 12, 2024

The Florida Panthers are -135 on the moneyline against the Buffalo Sabres (+114) on Saturday, despite this game taking place at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

Jason Zucker News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / October 11

As Sabres stumble out of gate, veteran Jason Zucker’s experience can help

BUFFALO – Right now, as the Sabres try to avoid their first 0-4-0 start in 10 years and a full-blown crisis, they might be wise to lean on veteran newcomer Jason Zucker a bit.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 12

Is it already time to panic for the Buffalo Sabres?

The Buffalo Sabres have started the 2024-25 season with three straight losses.

Gut feelings for 2024-25: Lottery Penguins, playoff Sabres and more

20 NHL players from the 2000s you probably forgot about

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10

Last living member of 1950s Canadiens dynasty dies at 92

He was the final living member of the 1950s Montreal dynasty that won five straight Stanley Cups from 1956-60.

Nicolas Aube-Kubel News / Daily Faceoff / October 8

Sabres’ Nicolas Aube-Kubel expected to miss 3-6 weeks with lower-body injury

When speaking to the media on Tuesday, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said that forward Nicolas Aube-Kubel is expected to be out of the lineup for the next 3-6 weeks with a lower-body injury.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 8

The pressure is on for the Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres finished the 2023-24 season with a 39-37-6 record and 84 points, sixth in the Atlantic Division and seven points behind the No. 2 Wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

3 Sabres Players Who Need To Be Less Invisible Going Forward

The Sabres started off their regular season taking part in the NHL’s Global Series event in Prague, facing off against the New Jersey Devils twice this past weekend.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 5

Sabres dealt pair of concerning injury updates after Global Series defeat

There was a palpable excitement around the Buffalo Sabres when the club kicked off its 2024-25 campaign against the New Jersey Devils in Prague, Czech Republic this weekend — but it turned into a nightmare.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 5

Sabres Forward Will Not Return After Huge Hit

The Buffalo Sabres will have to finish their NHL Global Series Games against the New Jersey Devils down a key forward. After taking a huge hit from Devils defenseman Brendan Dillon in the opening period, the Sabres announced that J.J.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / October 5

Sabres Shuffle Lineup for Second Global Series Game

The Buffalo Sabres suffered defeat in their season opening game against the New Jersey Devils. The Devils brought the pressure to the Sabres, and Buffalo struggled to respond appropriately.

Jacob Markstrom News / Yardbarker / October 4

Crazy save highlights strong Devils debut for Jacob Markstrom

Watch: Incredible save highlights strong Devils debut for Jacob Markstrom

Markstrom was the star of the NHL's Global Series season opener in Prague, Czech Republic, helping the Devils top the Buffalo Sabres 4-1. The 34-year-old turned away 30 of 31 shots and produced an early contender for save of the year.

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