1981–82 Buffalo Sabres season

The 1981–82 Buffalo Sabres season was the Sabres' 12th season of operation for the National Hockey League franchise that was established on May 22, 1970.

Playoffs
The Sabres lost to the Boston Bruins three games to one, in the Adams Division semi-finals.

Draft picks
Buffalo's draft picks at the 1981 NHL Entry Draft held at the Montreal Forum in Montreal.