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Sabres Have Too Many Options for Their First Line Center

Even thinking about this idea, it can feel a bit outlandish, seeing as the Buffalo Sabres have struggled to find a true number-one center in recent years.

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Grading Bowen Byram’s $12.5 million contract extension with Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres’ playoff drought extended to a 14th season this past year. This has led to speculation that some players want to leave the franchise.

Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 15

Sabres rumors: Buffalo continuing Bowen Byram trade talks despite extension

The Buffalo Sabres signed Bowen Byram to a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension on Monday — but that doesn’t necessarily mean the 24-year-old will be spending the next couple of seasons in Western New York.

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Radim Mrtka News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Sabres sign Radim Mrtka to three-year, entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Tuesday they had signed defenseman Radim Mrtka to a three-year, entry-level contract. Mrtka was taken with the No. 9 overall pick in last month’s NHL Entry Draft.

Radim Mrtka News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15

Sabres sign first-round pick to entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres have signed towering defenseman Radim Mrtka to a three-year, entry-level contract. The team recently selected Mrtka with the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.

Sabres, Bowen Byram avoid arbitration with new two-year deal

Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Sabres Sign Bowen Byram to 2-Year Extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Monday (Jul. 14) that they had re-signed restricted free agent (RFA) defender Bowen Byram on a two-year extension worth $6.25 million annually.

Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Sabres re-sign Bowen Byram to two-year contract

One of the top remaining restricted free agents is off the board. On Monday night, the Buffalo Sabres re-signed defenseman Bowen Byram to a two-year contract.

Bowen Byram News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign RFA Defenceman

The nearly two-decade long rebuild is continuing for the Buffalo Sabres. News emerged that the Sabres have re-signed Bowen Byram, despite all the trade rumours, and his pending arbitration hearing.

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Bowen Byram News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14

Sabres, Bowen Byram Avoid Arbitration With Two-Year Deal

The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to terms with defenseman Bowen Byram on a two-year contract extension, carrying an average annual value of $6.25 million, thereby avoiding arbitration.

Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 14

Sabres, Bowen Byram avoid arbitration with new two-year deal

The contract, worth $12.5M in total, could still be part of a sign-and-trade involving Byram, whose name more seriously popped up in trade speculation early in the offseason ahead of what he hoped would be a big payday for him.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 14

Sabres to host Prospects Challenge rookie tournament Sept. 11 to 15

The Buffalo Sabres will be hosting five teams at the Prospects Challenge rookie tournament from Sept. 11 to 15 at LECOM Harborcenter, the team announced Monday.

Bowen Byram News / Blade of Steel / July 13

Canucks Fans Hit With Unexpected Update on Bowen Byram Trade Talk

One of the most talked-about names that is still being shopped is Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram, who has yet to find a new home on the trade market.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

Which Sabres Players Could Put the NHL on Notice This Season?

Every season, there are always a few players around the league who have a breakout season and “put the league on notice”. Last season, we saw it with players like Connor McMichael and Aliaksei Protas of the Washington Capitals, who both put up career highs, helping the team to the Metropolitan Division title.

Brycen Martin News / Inside The Rink / July 10