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Sabres have won 13 of their last 15 games and boast a strong home record at 14-6-2, fueling higher attendance this season.
Zach Benson’s hustle helped spark a roar from Buffalo’s crowd during a late game sequence.
Fans’ passion is returning, with six sellouts this season, up from four all of last season.
Beck Malenstyn notes Buffalo is a sports-heavy city where fans notice the small plays and energy shifts.
Coach Lindy Ruff says the team needs to manage the puck and defend to stay hard to play against.
NHL coaches Maurice and Sullivan praised Buffalo’s progress and dynamic offense becoming a more complete team.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman discussed the possibility of an outdoor game at Buffalo's new stadium, with timing still undecided.
Injury updates indicate Michael Kesselring is unlikely to play vs. the Flyers but could return against the Canadiens.
The Sabres still face a tight Eastern Conference playoff race with six home games before the Olympic break.
Josh Norris says Buffalo fans love hockey and respond to small game moments, feeding team energy.
The article notes the Sabres’ rising profile in the league as a result of recent performance and crowd support.

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Maxim Afinogenov returns to reflect on the 2005-06 Sabres era, highlighting how post-lockout rules and his peak 73-point season shaped a high-flying, record-setting campaign.
Afinogenov emphasizes the 2005-06 reunion as a moment to reconnect with teammates, staff, and fans, underscoring the lasting impact of that team.
The reunion night honors a 110-point, playoff-contending Sabres post-lockout squad that energized Buffalo and reached the Eastern Conference Final.
Ruff’s reunion remarks reflect the era’s pace and creativity, noting how post-lockout rule changes opened the ice and benefited high-flying offense.
Afogenogov’s style is described as skilled and dynamic, with his highlight-reel skating symbolizing the team’s offense during the 2005-06 run.
Teppo Numminen and Jay McKee are hailed as veteran backbones, illustrating the defensive leadership that complemented the offensive surge.
Derek Roy and Thomas Vanek are highlighted as rookies whose early-season promise hinted at lasting star potential for the Sabres.
The trio of Roy, Vanek, and Afinogenov is recognized as a dynamic rookie-year line that defined the team’s offensive chemistry.
Veteran defenders Teppo Numminen and Jay McKee are cited as the era’s backbone, with Ruff praising their elite skills and reliability.
The article reinforces Afinogenov’s enduring memory of the 2005-06 playoffs, when the Sabres captured nationwide excitement and city-wide support.

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Dan Vladar left the game after the first period and did not return, forcing Samuel Ersson into action for the Flyers.
Sam Ersson allowed two goals on eight shots after entering in relief as Buffalo pulled ahead.
The Flyers were 59.1 percent on the penalty kill since December 13, hampering their chances to claw back.
Nikita Grebenkin showed early chemistry with Tippett and drew late-period attention with physical play.
Vladar was seen making a pad save before leaving, with Dahlin’s power-play goal following shortly after.
The Flyers outshot the Sabres 22-14 but still trailed as Buffalo controlled late periods.
Coach Rick Tocchet acknowledged the team’s smart-hockey lapses as part of the issues fueling the skid.
Garnet Hathaway and Trevor Zegras incidents influenced penalties and momentum against Philadelphia.
The Flyers may need to recall Aleksei Kolosov to fill roster spots if injuries persist.
Rasmus Ristolainen was a late scratch with an upper-body injury, complicating lineup depth.
The Sabres capitalized on the Flyers’ penalties, extending their lead with two power-play tallies.

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Jacob Fowler will start in goal for the Canadiens against the Sabres Thursday night in Buffalo.
Kaiden Guhle will return to the Canadiens lineup for the game.
Jayden Struble is a healthy scratch for the game against Buffalo.
Game time is 7:00 p.m. ET, with TSN2, RDS and TSN 690 or 98.5 FM coverage.
The Canadiens are preparing for a Thursday game at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

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The Buffalo Sabres have won 14 of their last 16 games and moved into a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has been dominant, going 7-1 in eight starts and excelling in high-danger chances.
Luukkonen’s health and size have helped the Sabres in net, with his 6'5" frame key to saving tough chances.
Rasmus Dahlin has emerged as the team captain and a driving force on offense and defense.
Dahlin has 32 points in 41 games with strong power-play contributions and increasing minutes.
The team’s improved power play under Dahlin has helped elevate their offensive output.
The article suggests the Sabres’ improvement may be more than a temporary hot streak.
Luukkonen’s performance is highlighted as a key factor in the team’s late-season surge.
The report emphasizes a cohesive team effort from the net out.
The analysis includes consideration that the performance could be a season-long trend.
The feature includes context on Dahlin’s power-play impact and minutes per game.

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