Sabres to play Maple Leafs in preseason game as part of Kraft Hockeyville

The Buffalo Sabres will be participating in a preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Joe Thornton Community Centre in St. Thomas, Ontario on Wednesday, September 27 as part of Kraft Hockeyville celebrations.

West Lorne, Ontario, located about 40 minutes from St. Thomas, was Kraft Hockeyville's winning community for 2023.

Winning Kraft Hockeyville will help West Lorne Arena complete a range of upgrades including a new front entrance with more accessible larger doors, new dressing rooms to accommodate more players and an expanded warm room for families and fans. Each winning community receives $250,000 for arena upgrades.

The NHLPA Goals & Dreams fund also donated $10,000 worth of youth hockey equipment to the winners.

"We are thrilled to participate in the Kraft Hockeyville preseason game as part of West Lorne, Ontario winning Kraft Hockeyville 2023," Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. "This is a fantastic opportunity for our organization to compete in a unique environment that is dedicated to strengthening communities and fostering inclusivity in our sport through the community's passion for hockey.

"It is an embodiment of our organizational dedication to the future of the sport and the fans who care deeply about the game."

Stay tuned for details regarding start time and broadcast information as well as the Sabres' full preseason schedule.

Florida and Ottawa will play in the other Kraft Hockeyville game this year in Sydney, Nova Scotia on October 1. .