Alex Lyon could be more important to the Buffalo Sabres success than fans realize

Fansided | October 5, 2025

Alex Lyon has a great opportunity ahead of him that could change everything for the Buffalo Sabres season.

Mar 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon (34) following a goal allowed in the second period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Over the summer, the Buffalo Sabres made a change at goalie by signing free agent Alex Lyon to replace James Reimer. He started 69 games over the past two seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, which was the most work he has had in the NHL to date in his career.