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Blues pushing to acquire top Sabres defenseman

The Blues are set on continuing their overhaul this season. On the heels of announcing a new logo, trading a top rookie and waiving a long-term veteran — the Blues are now aggressively pushing to acquire a Sabres defenseman.

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After difficult two years, Sabres goalie prospect Topias Leinonen thriving

BUFFALO – When the Sabres drafted goalie Topias Leinonen 41st overall in 2022, they likely believed he would be ready to begin his career in North America in three years.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Sabres GM makes ‘absolute’ declaration on Bowen Bryam offer sheets

The Buffalo Sabres have missed the playoffs in 14 consecutive seasons. That puts a lot of pressure on GM Kevyn Adams, who has been on the job for five unsuccessful years.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

2 players Sabres must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Buffalo Sabres have missed the playoffs in 14 consecutive seasons. Even with Lindy Ruff back behind the bench and some solid players on the roster, they were not even close in 2024-25.

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Bowen Byram News / Field Level Media / July 2

Sabres GM: Team to match offer sheets for D Bowen Byram

The Buffalo Sabres will match any offer sheet to retain defenseman Bowen Byram but will entertain trade offers if the return would immediately help the team, general manager Kevyn Adams said Wednesday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sabres sign Zac Jones to one-year, two-way contract

The Buffalo Sabres have signed former New York Rangers defenseman Zac Jones to a one-year, two-way contract worth $900,000 in the NHL and $550,000 in the AHL.

Alex Lyon News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 1

Sabres sign Alex Lyon, make trade and add depth as free agency opens

What exactly will goalie Alex Lyon’s role be with the Buffalo Sabres? Right now, Lyon, their most significant signing on Tuesday, the first day of free agency, is likely penciled in as Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s backup.

Ryan McLeod News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sabres sign Ryan McLeod to four-year contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced Tuesday they have signed forward Ryan McLeod to a four-year contract extension worth $20 million, paying him an annual average value (AAV) of $5 million.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Report: Sabres Add Depth Forward in Free Agency

The Buffalo Sabres and Kevyn Adams have been quiet in free agency. However, they signed Justin Danforth from Columbus to a two-year contract. The contract comes in at $1.8 million AAV.

Ryan McLeod News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign Ontario Native

Following a breakout season, forward Ryan McLeod has re-signed with the Buffalo Sabres. The Ontario native has signed a 4-year contract worth $20 million or $5 million per season AAV.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Sabres keep RFA center with a four-year contract

After an impressive first year with the Sabres, Buffalo is making sure he is with the team for the foreseeable future.

Sabres re-sign Ryan Johnson to three-year contract

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Sam Lafferty News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Blackhawks add forward depth in Sabres trade

The Buffalo Sabres and Sam Lafferty have officially parted ways. He’s been traded to the Chicago Blackhawks for a sixth-round draft pick in 2026. Lafferty’s fourth-time trade shows Chicago’s desire to add speed and additional depth to their penalty kill, noted in the team’s official announcement.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sabres sign forwards Justin Danforth, Tyson Kozak to multi-year contracts

The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with unrestricted free agent winger Justin Danforth, TSN’s Bob McKenzie reported Tuesday afternoon.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Sabres give two veteran forwards multiyear deals in free agency

The Sabres are addressing the forward position.

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Alex Lyon News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Sabres add veteran goaltender on a two-year deal

Given the one-way deal for Lyon, the Sabres will either have three netminders on next season’s roster, or the team is again expecting Devon Levi to begin the year with the AHL’s Rochester Americans.

Mason Geertsen News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sabres sign Mason Geertsen to two-year contract

The Buffalo Sabres added some defensive depth on the opening day of NHL Free Agency, signing blueliner Mason Geetsen to a two-year contract, worth $775,000 at the NHL level and $425,000 in the minors. The 30-year-old has played just 25 regular-season games in the NHL, spending the majority of his professional career in the AHL.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Red Wings sign trio of players

The Red Wings announced they’ve signed defensemen Jacob Bernard-Docker and Ian Mitchell to one-year deals worth $875K and $775K, respectively. They’re also signing veteran James van Riemsdyk, per Frank Seravalli.

Bowen Byram News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Bowen Byram Trade Talk Red Hot, Offer Sheet Being Considered

As per TSN’s Darren Dreger: “Things are percolating around Sabres Dman Bowen Byram. Trade conversations are happening with Calgary, Vegas, LA, St Louis

Ryan Johnson News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Sabres re-sign Ryan Johnson to three-year contract

On Tuesday, the Buffalo Sabres announced the team has re-signed defenseman Ryan Johnson to a three-year contract. The deal is a two-way contract for next season, and a one-way for the remaining two years.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 1

Chicago Blackhawks Complete Trade with Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres have made some surprising moves in recent times, and now they've made another, acquiring a late-round pick for a veteran forward. This

Sam Lafferty News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Blackhawks acquire Sam Lafferty from Sabres

The Blackhawks have acquired forward Sam Lafferty from the Sabres in exchange for their 2026 sixth-round pick, the team announced. The move begins the 30-year-old’s second tenure in Chicago.

Alex Lyon News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Report: Buffalo Sabres Sign 32-Year old Goaltender

The Buffalo Sabres have signed goaltender Alex Lyon to a contract. Financial terms of the deal have not be released. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman was first to report the deal.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Sabres Need to Make Hard Push to Sign Scoring Help in Free Agency

The 2025 NHL Entry Draft has now concluded, which means it’s time to enter free agency, which officially opens at noon on July 1. We’ve already heard reports from Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman that the Vegas Golden Knights are trying to finalize a sign-and-trade deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs for Mitch Marner.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / June 29