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Examining the Sabres’ Alex Tuch dilemma

The Buffalo Sabres have been spinning their wheels for quite some time and appear headed for a summer that will define the franchise’s future. The team has plenty of attractive roster pieces but will need to make some significant contract decisions in the coming months regarding forward Alex Tuch, among others.

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Buffalo Sabres Eyeing Shocking Buyout or Trade for Key Defenseman

The Buffalo Sabres have got some big decisions to make this summer, and according to reports, they're set to buyout or trade blue liner Mattias Samuelsson.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / June 21

NHL Rumours: Buffalo Sabres Looking to Move On From Core Defenceman

Welcome to NHL Rumours! The Florida Panthers have not long ago just won their second-straight Stanley Cup championship. This leads to the offseason now being in full swing.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 21

Peterka, Byram, and the 2C Puzzle: Inside the Canucks’ Offseason Plans

As the NHL’s off-season gains momentum, the Vancouver Canucks find themselves at another familiar crossroads — ambitious, tight on cap space, and facing a few key roster holes that need plugging.

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How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

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John-Jason Peterka News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20

Sabres rumors: Insider links 5 teams to JJ Peterka

The Buffalo Sabres have missed the postseason in 14 consecutive seasons. General manager Kevyn Adams is still around, trying desperately to bring a contender to Western New York.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 20

Sabres 2025 Draft Target: Kashawn Aitcheson

The Stanley Cup Final has wrapped up, which means all 32 teams are locked in on the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. The draft is approaching quickly, as the first round is scheduled to take place on June 27, marking the first decentralized draft that could be short-lived.

Ivan Chukarov News / Inside The Rink / June 19

ECHL: Ivan Chukarov Takes His Game Overseas

The Coventry Blaze have added size, experience, and puck-moving skill to their blue line with the signing of American defenseman Ivan Chukarov for the upcoming 2025–26 Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) season.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / June 21

Canucks could make panic trade after latest Quinn Hughes news

Canucks could make panic trade with Sabres after latest Quinn Hughes development

The Canucks are willing to do whatever it takes to keep Quinn Hughes happy and with them.

Brad Marchand directly addresses joining the Maple Leafs on social media

Report: Maple Leafs were offered meeting with Mitch Marner, pursued Mason Marchment prior to trade

Matthew Tkachuk's message to free-agent teammates won't please Panthers GM

Boston Bruins need to target $17.6M defenseman to replace Brandon Carlo

New York Rangers involved in trade talks for two superstar wingers

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 19

Sabres Players Need to Take Accountability for Franchise’s Failures

As the Buffalo Sabres face yet another franchise-defining offseason, all of the criticism in the world has fallen on general manager Kevyn Adams and owner Terry Pegula.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 18

Sabres to hold 2025 development camp for prospects starting June 30

The Buffalo Sabres will hold a summer development camp for prospects from June 30 to July 3 at LECOM Harborcenter, the team announced Wednesday. The on-ice session sessions are free and open to the public.

NHL News / House of Hockey / June 19

Sam Reinhart takes shot at Sabres after winning Stanley Cup

Sam Reinhart takes shot at the Buffalo Sabres after winning the Stanley Cup

Sam Reinhart was one of many players traded by the Sabres during their struggles.

Wayne Gretzky criticizes Oilers after Stanley Cup loss

It's time for Connor McDavid to give the Oilers an ultimatum

Anaheim Ducks reportedly place 37-goal scorer on the trade block

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Alex Tuch News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

Sabres Need to Make a Decision on Alex Tuch’s Future This Offseason

In November 2021, the Buffalo Sabres acquired winger Alex Tuch from the Vegas Golden Knights in a trade that saw the Sabres trade away franchise cornerstone Jack Eichel.

Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 17

Sabres rumors: Where Bowen Byram wants to play next

With the Buffalo Sabres having extended their NHL-leading postseason drought into a 14th consecutive season, the general sentiment has been that there are multiple players on their roster who are unhappy with the constant setbacks and would prefer a chance of scenery to better their chances of experiencing a winning culture.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

Canucks linked to Bowen Byram amid Quinn Hughes uncertainty

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram is generating significant trade interest around the league, and the Vancouver Canucks may be among the suitors.

Sabres 2025 Draft Target: Jackson Smith

What could the Sabres get in a trade for JJ Peterka?

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Hurricanes Can Be Aggressive This Offseason With Trade for Sabres’ Peterka & Thompson

It’s been well documented that the Carolina Hurricanes are poised to be aggressive this upcoming 2025 offseason with $28.4 million in cap space. They also have 21 draft picks over the next three NHL Entry Drafts, which are at their disposal for possible trades.

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John-Jason Peterka News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

What could the Sabres get in a trade for JJ Peterka?

JJ Peterka may be one of the more interesting pieces available on the market this summer. Among all of the higher end targets, he’s by far the youngest at 23 years old, and with 27 goals and 68 points on last year’s Buffalo Sabres team, he’ll bring a scoring punch to any lineup.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 16

Maple Leafs likely out on big UFA

One scribe believes the Maple Leafs are likely not in the running for a big-name UFA who could hit the market on July 1.

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John-Jason Peterka News / The Hockey Writers / June 16

Peterka Situation a Crossroads for Sabres Management, Ownership

The Buffalo Sabres face yet another critical offseason in a rebuild that will seemingly never end. The biggest news out of the Sabres’ camp so far is that young winger J.J.

John-Jason Peterka News / Athlon Sports / June 15

NHL Insider Drops Massive Update on Sabres' JJ Peterka Future

The Buffalo Sabres are entering the NHL offseason as one of the more interesting teams across the league. After missing the postseason yet again, the Sabres front office understands that it needs to put together a strong summer.

John-Jason Peterka News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 15

Sabres listening to trade offers on JJ Peterka

The Sabres are listening to trade offers on winger JJ Peterka, reports Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. While they’ve been reluctant to consider moving Peterka as his name popped up in trade speculation over the last few months, “their answer has changed” to teams inquiring about his availability, Friedman said on Sunday’s 32 Thoughts podcast.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / June 13