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5 Players Who Went Way Earlier Than Expected at the 2026 NHL Draft

The Buffalo Sabres traded Bowen Byram to climb to fourth overall, then used the pick on the first defenseman off the board, a player most public boards had closer to ninth.

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Russian prospect Prokhor Poltapov could join Sabres next year

ORCHARD PARK – Over the 2021 and 2022 drafts, the Sabres took some big swings by drafting six Russians, including four in the second and third rounds. Just one, defenseman Vsevolod Komarov, a strong prospect with the Rochester Americans, finished last season in the organization.

Kevyn Adams News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Bruins Adding Kevyn Adams To Front Office

On Friday, the Bruins made a splash on the trade front, acquiring JJ Peterka from Utah for a pair of first-round picks. They also added the person who traded him to Utah in the first place. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports (Twitter link) that the Bruins are adding Kevyn Adams to their front office.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 27

NHL Draft Tracker: Sabres select Olivers Murnieks, Doman Szongoth and Dylan Dumont

ORCHARD PARK – The Sabres this afternoon selected forward Olivers Murnieks in the fourth round, 124th overall, at the NHL Draft in KeyBank Center. The 6-foot-1, 192-pound Murnieks registered seven goals, 30 points, 14 penalty minutes and a minus-23 rating in 31 games with the Quebec Maritime Junior Hockey League’s Saint John Sea Dogs last season.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 27

NHL Draft Tracker: Sabres select Olivers Murnieks, Doman Szongoth

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 27

NHL Draft Tracker: Sabres select Olivers Murnieks

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 27

Trading for Olen Zellweger gives Sabres defenseman with qualities similar to Bowen Byram

ORCHARD PARK – In Olen Zellweger, the Buffalo Sabres traded for a defenseman who Jarmo Kekalainen said possesses “a lot of the same qualities” of Bowen Byram.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Sabres’ Daxon Rudolph hadn’t talked to team until day of draft

A big part of the process leading up to the NHL Draft is the relationship building that comes with pre-draft interviews at the combine. It’s an opportunity for teams to get to know a player’s personality, which is a big part of the consideration as to whether or not they will fit in with the culture of the organization.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Sabres Draft Ilia Morozov 20th Overall

With the 20th pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the Buffalo Sabres have selected Ilia Morozov from Miami University (Ohio) of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Ilia Morozov is an excellent center prospect whose well-rounded game earned him a lot of attention in the NCAA this season.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Sabres select Ilia Morozov No. 20 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

One of the youngest players in this year’s draft has heard his name called. On Friday night, the host Buffalo Sabres selected forward Ilia Morozov, 17, with the No.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Sabres Draft Daxon Rudolph 4th Overall

With the fourth pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the Buffalo Sabres have selected Daxon Rudolph from the Prince Albert Raiders of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Sabres select Daxon Rudolph No. 4 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

The first defenseman is off the board in a first round full of talented ones. The Buffalo Sabres selected Daxon Rudolph, 18, with the fourth-overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft Friday night at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Sabres acquire Zellweger from Ducks for Wahlberg, draft pick

New Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen continues to put his fingerprints on his roster. The Sabres announced on Friday afternoon that they have acquired defenseman Olen Zellweger from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for forward Anton Wahlberg and the No.

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Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Sabres replace Bowen Byram with Ducks defenseman in trade

The Buffalo Sabres were a part of one of the more stunning trades of this NHL offseason. Now, just days after Bowen Byram went to the Chicago Blackhawks, they have added a defenseman.

Olen Zellweger News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 26

Buffalo Sabres Acquire Olen Zellweger

The Buffalo Sabres have acquired defenseman Olen Zellweger from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for the No. 45 pick at the 2026 draft, as well as prospect center Anton Wahlberg.

NHL News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 26

Alex Tuch explains why he left Sabres for Capitals in sign-and-trade deal: ‘One of the toughest moments of my life’

Alex Tuch wants to keep the details of his departure from Buffalo private. The winger just made an agonizing decision, choosing to leave the Sabres in a sign-and-trade deal with the Washington Capitals a week before he could’ve become a free agent.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Sabres Need A Good Strategy Going In To The 2026 Draft

The Sabres find themselves in a very unique position right now. As the 2026 NHL draft takes place later today, they will hold both the 4th overall, and 20th overall selections, and both were acquired via trade in recent weeks.

Zach Benson News / Field Level Media / June 25

Sabres sign F Zach Benson to $54.5M deal through 2032-33

The Buffalo Sabres signed 21-year-old forward Zach Benson to a seven-year, $52.5 million deal, keeping him from becoming a restricted free agent. Instead, Benson now is under contract through the 2032-33 season, the club announced Wednesday night.

Buffalo Sabres News / Inside The Rink / June 25

What Do The Buffalo Sabres Do At Pick Four

The Buffalo Sabres yesterday acquired the fourth overall pick, along with the 45th overall pick, and Louis Crevier. The Sabres sent defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway to the Blackhawks.

Zach Benson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24

Sabres sign Zach Benson to a seven-year extension

The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Zach Benson to a seven-year extension.

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

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Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24

Are the Sabres Ready to Make the Move Nobody Expects?

In a recent interview, the Real Kyper and Bourne panel discussion was basically about one question: Should the Buffalo Sabres seriously consider using a high pick (even fourth overall) to try to get Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets?

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24

Latest moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

The Washington Capitals are not messing around this offseason, and they are making it very clear that they still see themselves as Stanley Cup contenders in the very near future.

Capitals deal Connor McMichael, 16th pick to Blues for Jordan Kyrou

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Alex Tuch News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24