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Sabres' Pending RFA Bowen Byram Makes Pivotal Offseason Move

Bowen Byram's future in Buffalo is up in the air, and after switching agents, it appears as though his time with the struggling Sabres may be coming to an end.

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Sabres looking to add front office veteran

Earlier this week, the Sabres added long-time NHL veteran Eric Staal to their front office as a special advisor to GM Kevyn Adams. However, it appears

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 9

An offseason checklist for Buffalo Sabres to help break their postseason drought

The question in Buffalo in recent years has been, ‘Is this the year?’ when it comes to ending their playoff drought?

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Alex Tuch

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Alex Tuch News / The Hockey Writers / May 9

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Alex Tuch

The Buffalo Sabres have a lot to figure out if they are going to end the longest streak without making the playoffs in NHL history. Everyone’s checklist is different, though some wish it were a new general manager and not Kevyn Adams remaining at his post to make those decisions.

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The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

How many NHL players who have scored 60 goals in a season can you name in five minutes?

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / May 8

Sabres Draft Target: Radim Mrtka

On Monday evening, the NHL held its first live drawing of the Draft Lottery. Perhaps the league took note of the growing chatter questioning the transparency of the process, but the live format made the event far more engaging and enjoyable to watch.

Rasmus Dahlin News / The Hockey Writers / May 8

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Rasmus Dahlin

While the Buffalo Sabres as a whole did not live up to the expectations they aspired to this past season, there were still some individual players that had success in their own right.

Eric Staal News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7

Sabres hire Eric Staal as special adviser

The Buffalo Sabres have hired former NHL forward Eric Staal as a special advisor to general manager Kevyn Adams. Staal’s role will involve supporting multiple aspects of the hockey department, including scouting and direct involvement with players and prospects.

Eric Staal News / Field Level Media / May 7

Sabres hire Eric Staal to front-office role

The Buffalo Sabres hired Eric Staal as a special assistant to the general manager, the team announced Wednesday. Staal, 40, will report directly to general manager Kevyn Adams.

Bowen Byram News / House of Hockey / May 7

Fourth Overall Pick Bowen Byram's Time in Buffalo May Be Over After Recent Report

Bowen Byram's future in Buffalo has been in question for the past few months, and now, the latest update suggests he may be traded from the Sabres. The Buffalo Sabres showed promise again in 2024/25, but unfortunately they fell short of the Stanley Cup Playoffs again, and now, plenty of changes are expected over the summer of 2025.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Sources: Sabres have explored adding experienced personnel to front office

The Buffalo Sabres recently held exploratory conversations with experienced NHL executives in an effort to beef up their front office, sources told Daily Faceoff.

Eric Staal News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Sabres hire Eric Staal as special assistant to GM

A decorated player is moving into the front office. On Wednesday, the Buffalo Sabres announced that former NHLer Eric Staal has been hired as special assistant to the general manager.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / May 7

Sabres Hire Former Stanley Cup Champion

The Buffalo Sabres have hired Stanley Cup-winning forward Eric Staal as special assistant to the general manager, the team announced Wednesday morning.

Bowen Byram News / NHL Trade Talk / May 6

Report: Sudden Shift on Bowen Byram’s Future with Sabres

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has become the subject of trade speculation after reports surfaced suggesting he has packed up and left the city, sparking questions about his long-term future with the team.

Tage Thompson News / The Hockey Writers / May 6

Buffalo Sabres 2024-25 Player Report Card: Tage Thompson

The 2024-25 season ended for the Buffalo Sabres just like the previous thirteen, without a playoff appearance. The Sabres have the longest playoff drought in NHL history, and fans aren’t excited about their chances of ending the streak with the news that General Manager Kevyn Adams will be brought back.

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Kevyn Adams News / Last Word On Sports / May 6

Kevyn Adams Will Return as Sabres General Manager Next Year

Kevyn Adams has not made the playoffs in five seasons with Buffalo. However, the Buffalo Sabres announced today that he will be back as General Manager for year six.

Kevyn Adams News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Sabres Should Consider Moving On From Kevyn Adams

The Buffalo Sabres have extended their NHL-record playoff drought to a 14th consecutive season. Following a disappointing 2024–25 campaign, which included a 13-game losing streak, a wave of front office excuses, and a blockbuster trade that sent Dylan Cozens to the division rival Ottawa Senators, the organization continues to spiral downward.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / May 1

Top-5 Buffalo Sabres Prospects to Watch in AHL’s Calder Cup Playoffs

As the NHL playoffs roll on, the Rochester Americans have just begun the 2025 AHL Calder Cup Playoffs. On the roster are prospects Sabre fans will want to keep an eye on.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

3 early Sabres trade targets after 2025 playoff elimination

The Buffalo Sabres missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the 14th consecutive season in 2025. They welcomed Lindy Ruff back as the head coach before the season, and it was a disaster.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Sabres 3-round 2025 NHL Mock Draft after 2024-25 season

The Buffalo Sabres missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again. Buffalo had Stanley Cup ambitions entering the 2024-25 season. But they never came close to achieving their goals.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

What Went Wrong for the Sabres This Season

For the 14th year in a row, the Sabres failed to make the playoffs. Although it wasn’t all bad, more things went wrong than right. The Sabres went into the season with one goal: make the playoffs.

Tage Thompson News / Daily Faceoff / April 24

Tage Thompson, Matty Beniers highlight USA’s initial roster for 2025 World Championship

Several of the top American-born players are set to represent their country next month. On Thursday, USA Hockey released its initial roster for the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship.

Jiri Kulich News / Blade of Steel / April 18

Buffalo Sabres' Jiri Kulich Injures Referee With Hard Accidental Shot

During last night's Sabres-Flyers game, Buffalo's Jiri Kulich took a shot that completely missed the net and went straight for the referee, injuring him quite badly.

Lindy Ruff News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Sabres Make Lindy Ruff Announcement After Season Finale

The Buffalo Sabres failed to secure a ticket to the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, but at least they punctuated their 2024-25 campaign on a positive note, beating the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night via a score of 5-4 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / April 17