BREAKING NEWS : Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff has officially Announced his Departure from the team as he flip a new contract with the…see more 

In a surprising turn of events, Lindy Ruff has officially announced his departure from the Buffalo Sabres. The veteran head coach, who rejoined the Sabres in April 2024 after a stint with the New Jersey Devils, has signed a new contract with another NHL team. Details of the new contract and the identity of the team have not been disclosed.

Ruff’s tenure with the Sabres was marked by his previous success with the team, including leading them to the Stanley Cup Final in 1999 and multiple playoff appearances. His return was seen as a move to bring stability and structure to a team that had been struggling to break its playoff drought. However, it appears that Ruff’s time with the Sabres was brief. (Sabres give Ruff multi-year contract extension | Fox News)

The Sabres have not yet announced a replacement for Ruff. The team is expected to begin its search for a new head coach in the coming days. This development adds another chapter to the Sabres’ ongoing efforts to rebuild and find success in the NHL. (Devils, Sabres seek start of revival in Prague)

Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the Sabres respond to this unexpected change and who will be chosen to lead the team moving forward.