Ruff looks ahead to 1,900th regular-season game as coach in Q&A with NHL.com
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Key Points:
- Lindy Ruff will coach his 1,900th NHL regular-season game with the Buffalo Sabres against the Florida Panthers, joining only Scotty Bowman and Paul Maurice in this milestone.
- Ruff is in his second stint with the Sabres, aiming to lead the team to its first Stanley Cup Playoffs appearance since 2011 amid a strong current season performance.
- The Sabres have surged with a 13-win record in 14 games, including a 10-game winning streak, positioning them well in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
- Ruff emphasizes the importance of teamwork, continuous improvement, and adapting strategies to players' strengths, crediting his coaching staff and management for the team's success.
- He values the strong connection
