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Sabres Stumble in Season Opener, Playoff Hopes Dwindle
10/13/2025
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Story summary
- The Buffalo Sabres opened the 2025-26 season with two losses, conceding 7-1 to the New York Rangers and Boston Bruins.
- Head coach Lindy Ruff expressed frustration over the team's effort, citing Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch.
- The injury absence of first-line center Josh Norris hurts playoff hopes.
- The Sabres face a challenging schedule ahead.
- Concerns persist about ending the 14-year playoff drought.
