Buffalo Sabres
4th in Atlantic · 6th in Eastern Conference
@ Devils
Wed, Feb 25 · 7:00 PM ET · MSG-B, MSG SportsNet
4th in Atlantic · 6th in Eastern Conference
@ Devils
Wed, Feb 25 · 7:00 PM ET · MSG-B, MSG SportsNet
While Team USA basks in post-Olympic parties, Mike Harrington reminds the Sabres and league to snap back to the daily grind. Buffalo's front office eyes the standings with 25 games left, knowing Olympic hangovers kill contenders. Harrington nails the tension: medals shine, but points win Cups.
Buffalo GM Jarmo Kekalainen targets a right-shot blueliner to shore up the Sabres' defense before the March 6 deadline, and Chicago's Connor Murphy emerges as the understated gem in a crowded market. The 6-foot-4 stay-at-home vet brings 84 blocks and reliable bottom-pairing grit without breaking the bank on his expiring deal.
The Buffalo Sabres are 4th in the Atlantic Division with a 32-19-6 record (70 points). Key injuries include Justin Danforth (Lower Body, IR), Colten Ellis (Concussion, IR), Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Lower Body, IR), and 3 others on IR/LTIR, totaling $21.52M on injured reserve.