As has been the case a lot recently, the Buffalo Sabres entered opening night with hopes that this might be the year they end their lengthy playoff drought. Then the puck dropped, and a shutout defeat at the hands of the New York Rangers brought a very familiar feeling.

It's easy to understand why there was hope that 2025-26 could -- and still can -- be different for the Sabres. There is a ton of young talent, especially on the blue line, and several key players are already in their prime. Unfortunately, that hasn't translated to results of any kind through one week of hockey.

The Sabres have yet to record their first point of the season, and they've totaled two goals in three games. That's not exactly and encouraging start, and it's fair to wonder how patient general manager Kevyn A

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