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Sabres Add Defensive Depth, Signing UFA Matt Grzelcyk

So much for a possible Logan Stanley reunion. The Buffalo Sabres, facing injuries to two of their top-four defensemen, have added some depth on the blueline by signing unrestricted free agent Matt Grzelcyk. The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year contract worth $850,000. pic.twitter.com/tdy66xTmTE — Buffalo Sabres PR (@SabresPR) September 25, 2026 It's a one-year deal worth $850,000.  Buffalo temporarily lost Matthias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger in the...

Sabres sign Matt Grzelcyk to one-year deal

A late-preseason signing for a veteran blueliner. On Friday, the Buffalo Sabres announced that the team has signed defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year contract. The deal will carry a league-minimum cap hit of $850,000 for the 2026-27 season. Grzelcyk hasn’t participated in any training camp activity over the past week. He was an unrestricted free agent after his one-year, $1 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks expired this past summer, which he earned after being invited to the tea...

After losing two defensemen to injury, Sabres sign veteran Matt Grzelcyk

BUFFALO – The Sabres, who lost two of their top defensemen to injury in Tuesday’s preseason game, added depth to their blue line this morning by signing veteran Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year, $850,000 contract. Inking the left-shot Grzelcyk, a puck-moving defender, indicates Mattias Samuelsson, who’s week to week with a lower-body injury, and Olen Zellweger, who has a concussion, could be sidelined into the regular season. The Sabres open their campaign Thursday on the ... Read the full arti...

Sabres Sign Matt Grzelcyk

The Buffalo Sabres have signed veteran defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year deal worth the league-minimum salary of $850K. The 32-year-old defenseman arrives in Buffalo in the aftermath of two significant injuries to the left side of the Sabres defense. It was announced on Wednesday that Mattias Samuelsson would be out on a week-to-week basis with a lower-body injury, while Olen Zellweger would miss time after entering concussion protocol. While the Sabres do already boast some capable depth...

“I Want To Be The Hardest Worker” | Trevor Kuntar After Preseason Game In Detroit | Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo Sabres forward Trevor Kuntar spoke to the media after a 3-2 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings in the preseason. Kuntar scored a goal in the game and talked about how he’s felt throughout the preseason and training camp so far. He discussed his goals for this season. Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabres Action: https://bufsabres.co/2XAYg5m #BuffaloSabres #Sabres #NHL For more Sabres action: Sabres.com Follow us on X: twitter.com/Buffalo...

“Optimistic It’s Not Too Bad” | Lindy Ruff On Alex Lyon Injury Update | Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff spoke to the media after a 3-2 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings in game three of the preseason. Ruff gave an injury update on Alex Lyon and Jiri Kulich who both left the game early with injuries. Ruff talked about the compete level from the team and what he liked in the game. He also talked about what he hopes to see in the final preseason game of the year against Pittsburgh. Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More ...

With waivers looming, Sabres prospect Ryan Johnson reaches critical juncture in young career

BUFFALO – Ryan Johnson’s legs are his greatest gift. The Sabres prospect is a sublime, world-class skater who possesses the talent to move alongside anyone. “We know he can skate with the best players,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said of the defenseman following a recent session of training camp in KeyBank Center. “He can skate with the top players in the league.” Pure skill isn’t an issue. To stick in the NHL, Johnson, the 31st ... Read the full article The post With waivers looming, Sabre...

Sabres’ Alex Lyon, Jiri Kulich leave loss to Red Wings with injuries

For the second straight preseason game, the Buffalo Sabres lost two key players to injuries. Goalie Alex Lyon and center Jiri Kulich both exited Thursday’s 3-2 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Update: Ruff said Lyon is being evaluated today. The team will know more about his injury Saturday. Meanwhile, Kulich stayed off the ice today for maintenance. Ruff said the Czech could skate Saturday or play in the preseason finale against the Pittsburgh ... Read the full article The post...

Red Wings Rubbing Opponents the Wrong Way

The post Red Wings Rubbing Opponents the Wrong Way appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now . The Red Wings opened up their preseason home schedule with a bang, beating out the Buffalo Sabres 2-3 with an […] The post Red Wings Rubbing Opponents the Wrong Way appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now .

NHL Pre-Season Highlights | Sabres vs. Red Wings – September 24, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo12SYwt93SQP81ntu8rz9QcAHTNQaFI3 Watch the latest NHL game highlights, featuring the best goals, saves, hits, and key moments from tonight’s matchup. Subscribe to stay up to date with NHL highlights, top plays, and game recaps from across the league throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs. ———————————————- 📺 http://sportsnetplus.ca – Stream live on Sportsnet+ 💻 http://www.sportsnet.ca – More news & highlights on Sportsnet.ca https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

DeBrincat Nets OT Winner as Red Wings Edge Sabres

The post DeBrincat Nets OT Winner as Red Wings Edge Sabres appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now . Alex DeBrincat wired a one-timer home on the power play 33 seconds into overtime to give the Detroit Red Wings […] The post DeBrincat Nets OT Winner as Red Wings Edge Sabres appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now .

Sabres’ Alex Lyon exits preseason game vs. Red Wings with concerning injury

The Buffalo Sabres ended years of frustration a season ago as they not only made the playoffs for the first time since 2011, but also finished in first place in the Atlantic Division. They received decent goaltending a year ago from the duo of Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Alex Lyon. Alex Lyon heads off the ice […] The post Sabres’ Alex Lyon exits preseason game vs. Red Wings with concerning injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

“If You Compete Like That, You’ll Find A Way.” | Lindy Ruff Evaluates The Prospects

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff spoke to the media on September 24, 2026 after training camp practice. He discussed the decision-making for the team’s centers this season. He spoke about Konsta Helenius’s camp performance so far including his progression from last season, along with Trevor Kuntar’s camp showing. Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabres Action: https://bufsabres.co/2XAYg5m #BuffaloSabres #Sabres #NHL For more Sabres action: Sabres....

Injury Concerns Loom as Sabres, Leafs Adjust Roster Ahead of IIHF WC

By Bradley Keith | at September 24, 2026 7:33 pm A situation no team wants to be in as the preseason winds down has come for Buffalo, as Alex Lyon exited late in the first period tonight in Detroit with an apparent injury, reported by Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic. The goaltender reached out to corral a loose puck and seemed to favor his shoulder. Dealing with lower-body issues at times throughout his career, including last December as well as the postseason, the 33-year-old doesn’t have an...

Sabres preseason: Jiri Kulich to center top line; Gavin McCarthy set to debut

BUFFALO – The Sabres’ plan for Jiri Kulich this preseason includes moving him around the lineup at different positions. So the Czech forward, who missed most of last season recovering from a blood clot, is expected to center the top line alongside Konsta Helenius and Noah Ostlund for at least some of tonight’s preseason road game against the Detroit Red Wings. Kulich, who will likely play all four exhibition contests, has spent some of training ... Read the full article The post Sabres p...

Sabres’ blue line hit hard by 2 key injuries ahead of opening night

The Buffalo Sabres open their 2026-27 regular-season against the Columbus Blue Jackets in exactly a week’s time, and they could be without two key pieces of their defensive unit for the opening contest. Both Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger are question marks after suffering injuries against those same Blue Jackets in a preseason game Tuesday. […] The post Sabres’ blue line hit hard by 2 key injuries ahead of opening night appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LIVE: Sabres Live | September 24, 2026

Live stream of Sabres Live featuring Brian Duff & Martin Biron. Today’s Guest: TSN’s Darren Dreger Show topics include: Zellweger & Samuelsson Injuries, Tonight’s preseason game at Detroit, Darren Dreger joins the show, Around the NHL, This Day in Hockey History Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabres Action: https://bufsabres.co/2XAYg5m #BuffaloSabres #Sabres #NHL For more Sabres action: Sabres.com Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/BuffaloSabres Like...