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The Buffalo Sabres were established in 1970, along with the Vancouver Canucks, when the league expanded to 14 teams. Brothers Seymour and Northrup Knox, whose grandfather founded Woolworth’s department store, started the Sabres franchise. The team’s first game was played on Oct. 10, 1970, against the Pittsburgh Penguins, which they won 2-1. Although the Sabres have yet to win a Stanley Cup, they have qualified for the postseason 29 times and reached the Stanley Cup Final twice, once in 1975 and again in 1999.

Kevyn Adams’ Tenure as Sabres GM Wasn’t All Bad
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In what felt like an inevitability to most, the Buffalo Sabres fired general manager Kevyn Adams after five and a half seasons. They announced that he would be replaced by former Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen. Adams was largely criticized during his tenure as general manager, most of it deserved. His handling of the press did him not favors, and a lack of decisive action in the face of needed change may have ultimately been what did him in. Though his tenure will be remembered for yet another failed rebuild of the struggling franchise, it wasn’t all bad…

NHL Rumors: Tuch Leak, Skinner and McDavid Beef, Maple Leafs and Andersson
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, former Buffalo Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams has leaked the ask from pending UFA forward Alex Tuch. Meanwhile, are the Toronto Maple Leafs back in the running for Rasmus Andersson? Finally, the game on Tuesday between the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins proved that any narrative suggesting a beef existed between Connor McDavid and Stuart Skinner was inaccurate. Kevyn Adams Leaks Alex Tuch Contract Ask Darren Dreger revealed on TSN OverDrive Tuesday that former Buffalo Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams shared what pending UFA forward Alex Tuch is asking for on a contract extension. It’s rare for a GM to share…

Sabres GM Kekalainen Can Make Quick Impact With 3 Simple Moves
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At the start of this week, the Buffalo Sabres’ fanbase was greeted with some of the biggest news that they have had in a long time. Kevyn Adams, their longest-tenured general manager (GM) since Darcy Regier, was relieved of his duties and former Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen was hired in his stead to replace him. With the Sabres facing yet another year of missing the playoffs, making a change at this point in the season is pivotal for them and could have a significant impact. What will matter is how Kekalainen evaluates his new team and makes adjustments….

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Sabres FAQ

What year were the Buffalo Sabres founded?

The Buffalo Sabres were founded in 1970, by brothers Seymour and Northrup Knox.

When did the Buffalo Sabres play their first game?

They played their first game on Oct. 10, 1970, beating the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Buffalo Sabres?

Lindy Ruff is the current head coach of the Sabres.