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Sabres Dominate Blue Jackets 4-0 in Preseason Opener

9/23/2025

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Summary

Sabres Secure Shutout

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-0 in their September 22, 2025 preseason opener.
Scorers: Bowen Byram, Beck Malenstyn, Jack Quinn, and Konsta Helenius.
Goaltenders Alexandar Georgiev and Devon Levi shared the shutout, with Georgiev starting the first two periods.
Next game: September 23 at KeyBank Center; Alex Tuch and Jordan Greenway remain day-to-day.

Summary

Sabres Preseason Kickoff

The Sabres open the preseason vs. Columbus Blue Jackets on September 22, 2025, four exhibition games in six days.
Regular-season opener is October 9 against New York Rangers at KeyBank Center.
Injuries to Alex Tuch and Jordan Greenway affect camp.
Ruff emphasizes defense as team targets power play and special-teams; Rosen and Ostlund may earn National Hockey League (NHL) call-ups.

History

Historical Context

The Buffalo Sabres were established in 1970 as part of the NHL's expansion to 12 teams. They made their first Stanley Cup appearance in 1975 but have faced a prolonged playoff drought since 2011. As of April 2025, they missed the postseason for the 14th consecutive year, marking the longest playoff absence in NHL history, highlighting ongoing challenges in team performance and roster development.

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Sabres Secure Shutout

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-0 in their September 22, 2025 preseason opener.
Scorers: Bowen Byram, Beck Malenstyn, Jack Quinn, and Konsta Helenius.
Goaltenders Alexandar Georgiev and Devon Levi shared the shutout, with Georgiev starting the first two periods.
Next game: September 23 at KeyBank Center; Alex Tuch and Jordan Greenway remain day-to-day.

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