Today in Hockey History: Nov. 15 Matthew Zator | November 15, 2022 This date in NHL history was especially good for players named Bobby. It has also provided many memorable moments all across the state of New York and in the City…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 24 Matthew Zator | September 24, 2022 Sept. 24 has been a very busy day in NHL history that saw everything from rule changes, coaching hires, a new captain, and the induction of a talented Hall of…
Remembering an Old Friend: Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium Jeff Seide | September 12, 2022 An electric atmosphere. Great sightlines. Lively glass panels and boards that would rattle and reverberate from solid body checks. There was so much to love about Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium. We…
Myth of the Montreal Canadiens’ Early Success THW Archives | September 5, 2022 For generations, the Habs have been dogged by accusations that their historic Stanley Cup success was because they had territorial rights to the best players French Canada had to offer.…
1975 Was The Sabres’ First Taste of Heartbreak Matthew Morris | August 25, 2022 Everyone remembers their first experience of heartbreak and how tough it was to get over it. It’s no different in professional sports. Every fan of every sports team can vividly…
They Wore It Once: Sabres Players and Their Unique Numbers Jordan Deshane | August 14, 2022 As hockey fans, we love to pour over the numbers. Analyzing stats, finding trends and predicting future outcomes are some of the things that make hockey and sports enjoyable. Numbers…
The French Connection Jeff Seide | June 29, 2022 The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle lived well before hockey ever existed, but his quote, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” certainly applies to the Buffalo Sabres’…
History of the NHL Draft: From Campbell’s Concept to Worldwide Event Tom Castro | June 25, 2022 The father of the NHL draft would probably have trouble comprehending his creation today. When then-league president Clarence Campbell instituted the draft, first held 59 years ago, it was a…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 24 Greg Boysen | November 24, 2021 This date in National Hockey League history was very eventful in both Detroit and Philadelphia. In addition, a pair of Hall of Famers hung up their skates, an all-time great…
Sabres with 100-Point Seasons Jeff Seide | June 7, 2021 Reaching the 100-point mark is a special feat for NHL players. It’s an outstanding offensive achievement that speaks to talent, consistency and determination. The century club has long been the…
Top 5 Sabres in Franchise History Jordan Jacklin | February 8, 2021 This won’t be controversial. Most NHL teams have produced an abductive of star players that have created legendary moments for the city. For the Buffalo Sabres during the 1993 playoffs,…
Former Sabres Captains Help Kick off Franchise’s 50th Season The Canadian Press | October 5, 2019 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Floyd Smith still vividly remembers the ceremonial faceoff he took against Montreal Canadiens captain Jean Beliveau before the Buffalo Sabres’ first home game in franchise history. “(Beliveau) let me win it,” Smith said with a laugh. At…
