Colten Ellis Proves to be Valuable Addition for Buffalo Sabres
Sabres Goalie Continues To Be Sneaky Good Addition
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Colten Ellis, claimed by the Buffalo Sabres from the St. Louis Blues at the start of the 2025-26 NHL season, has emerged as a reliable No. 3 goaltender. With an 8-4-1 record and a standout shutout performance against the Columbus Blue Jackets, his contributions have solidified his value to the team.
- 01Colten Ellis was claimed off waivers from the St. Louis Blues.
- 02He has an 8-4-1 record and a .904 save percentage with the Sabres.
- 03Ellis achieved his first NHL shutout against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
- 04He has proven to be a solid depth option behind the main goaltenders.
- 05The Sabres acquired him for free, making his performance even more valuable.
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The Buffalo Sabres acquired goaltender Colten Ellis from the St. Louis Blues at the beginning of the 2025-26 NHL season. Ellis had previously recorded a 22-14-3 record with a .922 save percentage in the AHL. As the season progressed, he has proven to be a valuable addition, posting an 8-4-1 record, a .904 save percentage, and a 2.91 goals-against average in 15 games. His recent standout performance included a 37-save shutout against the Columbus Blue Jackets, marking his first career NHL shutout. With Ellis performing well as a depth goalie, the Sabres have benefited from his contributions alongside established goaltenders Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Alex Lyon.
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Ellis's performance enhances the Sabres' goaltending depth, which is crucial for their playoff aspirations.
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