Buffalo Sabres end 14-year Stanley Cup playoff drought

The Buffalo Sabres secure their first playoff berth since 2011, ending a 14-season absence from the Stanley Cup playoffs after the Detroit Red Wings' loss to the New York Rangers.

By Belfast Herald Sport1 min read

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The Buffalo Sabres clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2011. Their qualification came after the Detroit Red Wings lost 4-1 to the New York Rangers.

The Sabres had previously missed the playoffs for 14 consecutive seasons. They now hold a chance to secure home-ice advantage in the postseason.

The team entered the final stretch of the regular season tied for first in the Atlantic Division. They remain in contention for top seeding in the Eastern Conference.