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Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / June 24
Grading the Bowen Byram trade: Sabres cash in on Blackhawks’ costly gamble
I loathe personal anecdotes in sports journalism, but here’s one: I just submitted my Trade Grade for the big Jordan Kyrou deal to my editor, only for him to ask if I’d like to tackle the Byram deal as well.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Sabres Trade Bowen Byram to Blackhawks in Blockbuster Deal
Another blockbuster trade has happened in the NHL this week as the Buffalo Sabres have dealt defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for the fourth and 45th overall picks in this year’s draft, and Louis Crevier. Byram, the centerpiece of the deal heading to the Blackhawks, is 25 years old.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
NHL News / Field Level Media / June 23
Blackhawks trade 4th overall pick to Sabres for D Bowen Byram
The Chicago Blackhawks made a major move for their blue line on Tuesday, acquiring defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for defenseman Louis Crevier and two high picks in this week's NHL draft.
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 / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Sabres Might Flip No. 4 Pick from Byram Trade for Impact Player
The Buffalo Sabres acquired the No. 4 pick in the NHL Draft when they moved Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. But don’t expect the Sabres to hold onto that pick, if they can help it.
Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Grading the Blackhawks’ Shocking Trade for Bowen Byram
Hot trade summer? The NHL trade winds sure are blowing. Today alone, Šimon Nemec, Jordan Kyrou, and Bowen Byram were all traded to new destinations. Perhaps most puzzling was the Chicago Blackhawks’ acquisition of Byram from the Buffalo Sabres.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24
Chicago Blackhawks acquire Bowen Byram in another blockbuster NHL trade
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has been traded to the Chicago Blackhawks.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 23
NHL Draft: Victor Plante, whose father, Derek, starred for Sabres, to carry on family tradition at Duluth 
BUFFALO – Call it a perk of carrying on the family tradition. When NHL Draft prospect Victor Plante went on a recruiting visit to the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where his brothers, Max and Zam, star for the Bulldogs, he was promised a shift alongside two of college hockey’s most dynamic scorers.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 23
NHL Draft: Victor Plante, whose father, Derek, starred for Sabres, carrying on family tradition at Duluth
BUFFALO – Call it a perk of carrying on the family tradition. When NHL Draft prospect Victor Plante went on a recruiting visit to the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where his brothers, Max and Zam, star for the Bulldogs, he was promised a shift alongside two of college hockey’s most dynamic scorers.
Buffalo Sabres News / The Lead / June 23
What Should the Buffalo Sabres Do with Their First-Round Pick?
The Buffalo Sabres are coming off their best season in 14 years, and fans expect them to be very active in the offseason. Their first test of the summer will come next weekend at the NHL draft.
Konsta Helenius News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Grades: Konsta Helenius
As we gear up for the 2026 NHL Draft, it is time to take a retrospective look at the 2025-26 season. While it was a screaming success for the Buffalo Sabres, it felt like they could have done even more than what they ended up achieving.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 23
Buffalo Sabres release four-game 2026 preseason schedule
The Buffalo Sabres will play four preseason games next season, including two at KeyBank Center, the team announced Tuesday. Broadcast and ticket information will be released at a later date.
Devon Levi News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 22
Surfeit of goalies means Sabres could trade Devon Levi this summer
BUFFALO – On Jan. 20, 2025, following two months in the minors, goalie Devon Levi made a rare start for the Sabres, stopping 28 shots in a 6-4 road loss to the Kraken.
Tyson Kozak News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Grades: Tyson Kozak
The Buffalo Sabres have their work cutout for themselves going into the offseason. Contract extensions, potentially huge trades, and the NHL Draft are all on the checklist of Sabres General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 22
Offseason Checklist: Buffalo Sabres
The offseason is now in full effect following Carolina’s Stanley Cup title. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what teams will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Buffalo.
Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Sabres Weekly: Byram Trade Rumors, NHL Draft This Week & More
Here are the Buffalo Sabres news, rumors and latest reports for June 22 – 28, 2026. The Sabres and defenseman Bowen Byram have started discussing a potential contract extension, in which he is eligible to sign on July 1.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20
Insider links Patrick Kane to Sabres if Alex Tuch doesn’t re-sign
Although there’s still time for the Buffalo Sabres and star forward Alex Tuch to find common ground on a new contract, multiple reports have stated that the veteran will be testing the free agent market on July 1.
Zach Benson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 19
Buffalo Sabres Nearing Extension With Zach Benson
According to ESPN’s Kevin Weekes, the Buffalo Sabres are working toward an extension with forward Zach Benson. Weekes indicated that it’s likely to be a seven-year agreement, and could be identical to the one they signed with Josh Doan in January.
Michael Kesselring News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Next Sabres defenseman who could be traded after Michael Kesselring
The Buffalo Sabres traded defenseman Michael Kesselring to the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday, but may not be done. TSN’s Darren Dreger reports that multiple teams are calling the Sabres about a Bowen Byram trade.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 16
NHL Rumors: Sabres have some questions that need answering; Blues should hang on to Colton Parayko unless someone overpays
Rachel Leni of the Buffalo Sabres: Questions entering the offseason. 1. Do the Buffalo Sabres keep their No. 27 pick in the draft? The Sabres lack experience at center, but not numbers at center.
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