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When does Bowen Byram return to Buffalo with Blackhawks?

The NHL world will be awaiting the day when the Buffalo Sabres take on the Chicago Blackhawks next season, and all eyes will be on Bowen Byram. The defenseman agreed to terms on a six-year contract with the Blackhawks after playing with the Sabres last season.

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2026-27 Sabres schedule features early home stand, rugged stretches on road before Christmas

An early five-game home stand, two road contests against the Montreal Canadiens in a five-day span in October and a rigorous stretch in which they play 10 of 12 games on the road in late November and early December are among the highlights of the Buffalo Sabres’ 2026-27 schedule the NHL released Thursday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

Five NHL players in danger of negative regression in 2026-27

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Peyton Krebs News / EasySportz / July 15

Peyton Krebs Settles As an RFA for $4.5M AAV for 4 years

The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to a four-year contract with forward Peyton Krebs, keeping the versatile utility player in Buffalo for the foreseeable future.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Capitals, Sabres team up for minor trade

The Buffalo Sabres and Washington Capitals have already made one significant trade this offseason, with Alex Tuch going from Western New York to the nation’s capital in a sign-and-trade.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Kevyn Adams News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 14

Bruins hire former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams as senior advisor

Former Buffalo Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams is back in the NHL. The Boston Bruins on Tuesday named Adams, 51, a senior advisor to GM Don Sweeney.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

3 Sabres With Breakout Potential in 2026-27

The NHL turned the page to the new season on July 1, which means training camp will be here before we know it. The Buffalo Sabres have been active in acquiring talent.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Buffalo Hires John Davidson As A Senior Advisor

The Buffalo Sabres have hired John Davidson as a senior advisor, the team announced Monday. The 73-year-old reunites with general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen, with whom he worked for the better part of a decade in Columbus.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 13

Sabres bring in John Davidson as senior advisor; Buffalo makes minor trade

The Buffalo Sabres have added to their front office by hiring John Davidson, a popular former goalie and broadcaster who has spent most of the past 20

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

Sabres hire John Davidson as senior advisor

The Buffalo Sabres have added John Davidson to their front office as a senior advisor, the club announced Monday afternoon. Davidson, 73, has spent the past two decades working in NHL front offices, including 18 seasons serving as president of hockey operations for the St.

Peyton Krebs News / Field Level Media / July 13

F Peyton Krebs re-signs with Sabres on 4-year, $18M deal

A week after filing for arbitration, forward Peyton Krebs avoided a hearing by signing a four-year, $18 million deal with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday.

Peyton Krebs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Buffalo Makes Its Call on Peyton Krebs’s Future

The Buffalo Sabres have re-signed forward Peyton Krebs, ending speculation about his future with the club just over a week after he filed for salary arbitration.

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Peyton Krebs News / Daily Faceoff / July 13

Sabres sign Peyton Krebs to four-year contract

Another arbitration hearing between an NHL team and eligible restricted free agent has been avoided, as the Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Peyton Krebs to a new four-year contract.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

3 Reasons the Buffalo Sabres Will Return to the Playoffs in 2027

The Buffalo Sabres made the playoffs for the first time in what felt like several generations in 2026, unleashing one of the league’s best fan bases. While it was mostly good times had by all, the Sabres are looking ahead to the future.

Peyton Krebs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Sabres Extend Peyton Krebs After Arbitration

According to Elliotte Friedman, the Buffalo Sabres and Peyton Krebs have settled their arbitration case. Krebs will sign a four-year extension in Buffalo with a $4.5MM cap hit, per Friedman.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 10

In sixth-rounder Dylan Dumont, Sabres could have underrated prospect

BUFFALO – In his first days in Drummondville, the Voltigeurs initiated winger Dylan Dumont, a prospect the Sabres recently drafted in the sixth round, by throwing him headfirst into the fray.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Alex Tuch gets real on why he left Sabres for Capitals in free agency

The Buffalo Sabres are coming off a brilliant season in which they finally broke their long playoff drought and won the Atlantic Division crown and a first-round series against the Boston Bruins.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Buffalo Sabres’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Sabres’ 2026 Offseason Is Off to a Great Start

The 2026 NHL offseason is off to a hot start as it feels like it’s been busier than the last few seasons. We’ve seen a ton of trades, many players signing extensions and players have signed with new teams.

Buffalo Sabres News / EasySportz / July 5

Forward or Goalie – Jarmo’s Next Priority in the NHL Offseason

With free agency in full swing and Jarmo Kekäläinen relatively quiet aside from the Bowen Byram trade, the question becomes: what should the Buffalo Sabres prioritize next?

Beck Malenstyn News / Field Level Media / June 29

Sabres re-sign F Beck Malenstyn to 6-year, $17.5-million deal

The Buffalo Sabres re-signed forward Beck Malenstyn to a six-year, $17.5 million deal on Monday, two days before he was set to become a free agent. Malenstyn, 28, was acquired from the Washington Capitals ahead of the 2024-25 season.

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.

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

Chicago Blackhawks acquire Bowen Byram in another blockbuster NHL trade

The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz

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

Making sense of the NHL trade landscape after a seismic Tuesday

Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?

The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Bowen Byram 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.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18