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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.
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?
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.
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.
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 / Daily Faceoff / June 22
2026 NHL Mock Draft: McKenna to Leafs but then what?
It’s draft week, baby. The fun is set to begin in Buffalo on Friday night, with 32 players poised to realize their dreams at the KeyBank Center. Another 192 players will get selected on Saturday in what should be quite an interesting draft, all things considered.
Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Report Card: Bowen Byram
The Buffalo Sabres’ defensive core had an all-around great season, and one of the best players among them was Bowen Byram. In his second full season with the Sabres, he managed to put up career highs or tie his own career bests in nearly every major category, and he did so while being one of their most steady defenders.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
Why a Maple Leafs and Sabres blockbuster trade theory has legs
The Maple Leafs have been looking at the possibility of a Matthew Knies trade since at least the 2026 trade deadline.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 22
Sabres have key to unlock Maple Leafs and Matthew Knies blockbuster trade
The Maple Leafs have quietly explored the idea of moving Knies dating back to at least the 2026 trade deadline.
Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
4 Trade Destinations for Sabres’ Bowen Byram
The 2026 NHL offseason is underway as the Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in six games. Now, the Buffalo Sabres have a very important offseason ahead.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 20
Three names Maple Leafs could still add to their blue line
The Toronto Maple Leafs are making changes to their blue line. I
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.
Bowen Byram News / NHL Trade Talk / June 20
Bowen Byram Knows What He Wants; Finding It May Be the Challenge
Bowen Byram has made his intentions fairly clear. Between his past comments that he wants more opportunity, his switching agents and signing a deal that
Zach Benson News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19
Zach Benson’s New Rumored Contract Extension is a Massive Win for Sabres
Buffalo Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen might’ve had some fear in his eyes as he watched Zach Benson become a household name during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19
Blackhawks linked to Sabres’ Bowen Byram amid trade chatter
The Chicago Blackhawks currently have just five healthy defensemen under contract for 2026-27, and one intriguing trade target has reportedly emerged to potentially add to the blue line in the Windy City.
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.
Jordan Greenway News / The Hockey Writers / June 19
Buffalo Sabres 2025-26 Player Grades: Jordan Greenway
The Buffalo Sabres had a banner season in 2025-26, winning the Atlantic Division and winning their first playoff series since 2007. Not everyone had their best season, however, and that may impact their decisions as they figure out how to best address their needs.
Michael Kesselring News / Two in the Box / June 18
Sabres Slide to 20th Overall After Kesselring Swap
File Michael Kesselring alongside Colin Miller, Connor Clifton and Marco Scandella in the collection of forgotten Sabres defensemen. Like the others, Kesselring arrived with the hopes he would solidify Buffalo’s top four as a complimentary piece to the team’s existing defensive foundation.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Red Wings want him back, but Patrick Kane has other plans
The Detroit Red Wings are more than interested in re-signing Patrick Kane, but the veteran winger remains undecided.
Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 18
Sabres’ Bowen Byram Generating Trade Interest
For the past few years, Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has been the target of trade rumors, and that is not expected to change this offseason. Multiple teams have contacted the Sabres about Byram’s availability, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger.
Michael Kesselring News / Field Level Media / June 18
Sharks acquire Michael Kesselring, swap 1st-round picks with Sabres
The San Jose Sharks acquired defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the No.
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.
Michael Kesselring News / Daily Faceoff / June 17
Sabres trade Michael Kesselring to Sharks, swap first-round picks
The Buffalo Sabres have traded defenseman Michael Kesselring to the San Jose Sharks in a deal involving multiple draft picks, the club announced Wednesday afternoon.
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.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 3
Lightning's Jon Cooper finally named Coach of the Year, but it doesn't feel right
Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper was announced as the winner of the 2025-26 Jack Adams Award, giving him his first Coach of the Year honor.
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