Buffalo Sabres fans have been waiting for what feels like an eternity for their team to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After a 14-season drought, the Sabres finally broke through in 2026, but their journey is far from over. As they gear up for the 2026-27 season, one pressing question looms large: can they build on their playoff appearance and establish a lasting presence in the postseason? With a talented young core and a renewed sense of hope, the Sabres are poised to make a statement, but only time will tell if they can sustain their momentum and bring hockey back to the city of Buffalo in a big way.

It's possible this is the one and only question that matters for the Sabres as they head into 2026-27. After a 14-season absence from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Buffalo finally made it back to the ...