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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.

3 Sabres Players Who Might Struggle Under Lindy Ruff
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The Buffalo Sabres recently announced that they re-hired Lindy Ruff as their newest head coach, and as he was introduced to the media and city once again, there were some discussions about his coaching style. Topics like accountability, hard work, and ice time limitations for poor play came up, and as the newest coach was talking, it got me thinking about the roster as it currently sits. With Don Granato being ousted, and it being clear that he was not able to get the most out of his players, there was plenty left on the table for players to be…

Today in Hockey History: April 24
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If you had to choose two words to describe April 24 throughout the history of the National Hockey League, “overtime goal” would be the perfect pair to use. This date has provided some of the most memorable playoff goals ever scored, as well as some legends breaking records. The THW time machine is ready to take back through the years to relive all the best moments. More OT Goals Than You Can Shake a Stick At Jean Beliveau only scored one overtime playoff goal in his Hall of Fame career. It came early in the second overtime on April 24,…

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Flyers, Canucks, Maple Leafs, Sabres
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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one media member has called out Evander Kane of the Edmonton Oilers for bringing needless drama to the team. In Toronto, there is drama too as people want to know why William Nylander is practicing and goofing around but not able to play. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers are also in the news as a former Flyer has retired and a new Flyer has been signed to an extension. Finally, the Buffalo Sabres have rehired Lindy Ruff to be their head coach. Evander Kane Called Out by Journalist for Unneeded Drama Mark Spector of Sportsnet has…

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Projected Lineups for the Capitals vs Sabres – 4/11/24
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The Washington Capitals take on the Buffalo Sabres tonight at KeyBank Center. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. CAPITALS (37-30-11) at SABRES (37-37-5) 7 p.m. ET; MNMT, MSG-B Capitals projected lineup Alex Ovechkin — Connor McMichael – T.J. Oshie Aliaksei Protas — Dylan Strome —…

Projected Lineups for the Flyers vs Sabres – 4/5/24
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The Philadelphia Flyers take on the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. FLYERS (36-29-11) at SABRES (36-35-5) 7 p.m. ET; NBCSP, MSG-B Flyers projected lineup Tyson Foerster — Morgan Frost– Travis Konecny Owen Tippett — Scott Laughton – Bobby…

 

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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?

Don Granato is the current head coach of the Sabres.