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Today in Hockey History: Dec. 9

Matthew Zator | December 9, 2024

This has been a very busy date in the history of the National Hockey League. The theme of this day has been expansion, leading scorers, historic firsts, and the number…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blues History, Canadiens History, Hockey History, Kings History, Lightning History, Oilers History, Sabres History, Senators History

Today in Hockey History: July 26

Matthew Zator | July 26, 2024

One of the greatest defensemen of all time changed addresses after 17 seasons in his original home. Plus, one of the best returns on a dollar called it a career,…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Red Wings History, Sabres History

The French Connection

Jeff Seide | June 29, 2024

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’…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History, Sabres History

7 Cool Things About the Buffalo Sabres French Connection

The Old Prof | May 11, 2024

If you are a Buffalo Sabres fan and you have any years on you at all, you’re familiar with the famous French Connection line. It was the name given to…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History, Sabres History

Buffalo Sabres’ 50-Goal Scorers

Jeff Seide | February 10, 2021

The statistical milestone of 50 goals scored in an NHL season has been an elusive and formidable target. Those who have reached the plateau join an elite club. And while…

Categories Sabres History

Hockey Hall of Fame Debates: Rick Martin

Nathaniel Oliver | October 16, 2017

Injuries are a part of life, and most certainly a part of sports. There is no doubt that if Buffalo Sabres fabled sniper Rick Martin had not sustained a career-ending…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History

Concussions: This is Your Brain on Hockey

Ross Bonander | December 3, 2015

This is a reposting of an original post that appeared on one of our satellite sites a while back. With the new film Concussion due to be released soon we feel…

Categories Editor's Choice

The Buffalo Sabres Franchise Four

Michael Gwizdala | August 20, 2015

The Franchise Four. The Mount Rushmore. Four players who tell the story of an organization. In this series I’ll be taking a look at the history of all 30 NHL…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History, Sabres History, Top 10 Lists, Trending

Top 10 Buffalo Sabres Draft Picks

Caitlin Campbell | June 20, 2012

With the draft just days away, everyone is hoping to discover the next star.  Let’s take a look back at the best Sabres draft picks of all time. 10. Taro…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History, Top 10 Lists, Trades Contracts and Transactions

Rick Martin: Sabres Lose a Legend

The Hockey Writers | March 14, 2011

It seems like eons ago since new Buffalo Sabres owner Terry Pegula walked out to center ice and was greeted by the greatest line in Sabres history. In reality it…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

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