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Alex DeBrincat sparks 3-goal 1st-period surge in Red Wings 5-2 win over Sabres

Alex DeBrincat’s power-play goal 4:02 in sparked Detroit’s three-goal first period, and the Red Wings rolled to a 5-2 win over the Atlantic Division-leading Buffalo Sabres

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Josh Norris says Buffalo Sabres fans are finally 'getting let out of a cage' Sabres supporters have been waiting over a decade to witness playoff hockey in downtown Buffalo again, and their excitement is infectious.

1 DAY AGO • SABRENOISE.COM

Surging Sabres have brought the buzz back to Buffalo in closing in on 1st playoff berth in 15 years

Sabres forward Josh Norris was skeptical of his father's recollections of Buffalo being a passionate hockey market upon his arrival in a trade from Ottawa a year ago

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Shutout! | Sabres Beat Golden Knights 2-0 | Buffalo Sabres Highlights

MARCH 18 • YOUTUBE

Fills empty cage Norris scored an empty-net goal on five shots, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Norris tallied with 58 seconds left in the third period to give the Sabres some breathing room. He had gone a season-high four games without a point prior to Tuesday. The 26-year-old center is up to 10 goals, 24 points, 47 shots on net and a plus-2 rating through 30 appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Luukkonen records first shutout of season as Sabres beat Vegas 2-0

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 27 saves to record his first shutout of the season and the Buffalo Sabres defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-0 on Tuesday night

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

Josh Norris reveals he 'definitely got caught off guard' by Sabres-Senators trade Josh Norris thought he'd be with the Ottawa Senators for a long time. Then he was suddenly dealt to the Buffalo Sabres at last season's NHL...

MARCH 12 • SABRENOISE.COM

"Every Game Is So Important" | Lindy Ruff Ahead Of Matchup With Tampa Bay | Buffalo Sabres

MARCH 8 • YOUTUBE

Josh Doan "Breaks The Dam" And Scores In Buffalo Sabres Win Over Nashville Predators

MARCH 8 • YOUTUBE

FIFTH-STRAIGHT WIN! | Buffalo Sabres Beat Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 | Full Highlights

MARCH 6 • YOUTUBE

Two points in Pittsburgh Norris scored the game-winning goal on the power play and added an even-strength assist in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact Both points came in the second period as the Sabres broke open a 1-1 tie. Norris has been productive since returning from a rib injury after the Olympic break, picking up three goals and five points in the last five games.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

McLeod and Tuch score short-handed goals to power Sabres past Penguins, 5-1

Ryan McLeod and Alex Tuch scored short-handed goals and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Penguins' Malkin given major penalty for slashing Sabres defenseman Dahlin

Pittsburgh Penguins Evgeni Malkin was given a major penalty for slashing Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin early in the second period Thursday night

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

NHL Rumors: Sabres' Josh Norris is a 'name you hear' on deadline trade market The Buffalo Sabres may be angling to make a high-profile deal (or two) ahead of the 2026 NHL trade deadline on Friday. Could Josh Norris be...

MARCH 4 • SABRENOISE.COM

Throws down two goals in win Norris scored twice in a 6-2 win over Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Impact Norris put two goals up in a 2:03 span of the first period; his second stood as the game winner. The Olympic break will have helped him tremendously. Norris missed 24 games with an upper body injury earlier in the season, and he then missed three weeks prior to the break because of a rib injury. Norris has eight goals, 12 assists and 33 shots in 22 contests this season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

"It's A Lot Of Fun" | Josh Norris After Scoring Twice In 6-2 Win Over Tampa Bay | Buffalo Sabres

MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Sabres vs. Lightning | NHL Highlights | February 28, 2026

MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Sabres beat the Lightning 6-2 for their 3rd straight victory

Josh Norris scored twice, Rasmus Dahlin had a goal and two assists and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-2 on Saturday night for their third straight victory

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Gathers assist Friday Norris logged an assist and three shots on goal in Friday's 3-2 win over the Panthers.

Impact This was Norris' second game back from an injury to his ribs. The 26-year-old has operated in a middle-six role since his return, as well as seeing power-play time. He has potential to put up strong offense for the Sabres, but he'll need to stay healthy to do so. He's earned 18 points, 31 shots on net and an even plus-minus rating over 21 appearances.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Why the new Josh Norris line at practice is exactly what the Sabres needs right now The Buffalo Sabres are set to play their first game coming out of the Olympic break on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils. While they a...

FEBRUARY 24 • SABRENOISE.COM

Will be available Wednesday Head coach Lindy Ruff said Monday that Norris (ribs) will be available for Wednesday's game against New Jersey, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Norris has been sidelined since mid-January due to his rib injury, but he's been cleared to suit up in the Sabres' first game following the Olympic break. Over 19 appearances with Buffalo this year, Norris has racked up six goals, 11 assists, 11 blocked shots and six hits while averaging 15:57 of ice time.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Norris injury trends prove the Buffalo Sabres need a trade deadline backup plan With the NHL in a roster freeze for the next few weeks, this is a perfect time for general manager Jarmo Kekalainen and the Buffalo Sabres t...

FEBRUARY 7 • SABRENOISE.COM

Sabres News: Injury updates on Josh Norris, Zach Benson and more Buffalo players The Sabres climbed the NHL standings despite an endless stream of key injuries, which will keep some Buffalo stars sidelined through the 202...

FEBRUARY 5 • SABRENOISE.COM

Not yet ready to return Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Norris (ribs) is progressing in his recovery but won't play in Monday's game against the Panthers, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

Impact Norris was upgraded to day-to-day last week, but he hasn't yet received the green light to return to game action. Following Monday's matchup, the Sabres have two more games on their schedule before the Olympic break, but it's not yet clear whether the 26-year-old will be available Tuesday against the Lightning or Thursday against the Penguins.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Labeled day-to-day Norris has been classified as day-to-day by head coach Lindy Ruff, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports Monday.

Impact Norris hasn't been cleared to face the Maple Leafs on Tuesday, but he certainly seems to be heading in the right direction. Prior to getting hurt, the 26-year-old Michigan native was rolling offensively with seven points in his last nine outings. Norris should slot into a middle-six role once back in the lineup.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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