Bowen Byram: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Breaking Down the Intriguing Byram-to-Leafs Trade Proposal

The Toronto Maple Leafs are once again in the thick of trade speculation, and this time, the proposed deal could solve multiple roster needs at once. According to a scenario floated by Heavy, Toronto could land Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram in exchange for Brandon Carlo, Nick Robertson, and Calle Jarnkrok.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / September 3

Sabres News & Rumours: KeyBank Lock, Rosen’s Future & Byram Iffy?

Another preseason in Buffalo, and once again, hope is circling the wagons. This year, the vibe about the Buffalo Sabres feels different—less about “maybe someday” and more about “let’s finally do this.” The Sabres are no longer rebuilding.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 9

Report: Unlikely at this point that the Sabres would trade Bowen Byram

Anthony Di Marco of Daily Faceoff: (mailbag) Used to think that Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram would be traded this offseason, but now that we’re into August and he’s signed a two-year deal, thinking that he’ll stay with the Sabres.

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / August 5

Sabres News & Rumours: Levi’s Leap, Byram’s Buzz & the Peterka Pivot

The Buffalo Sabres aren’t just tweaking around the edges this offseason—they’re shifting gears. The team’s front office has been busy making meaningful moves, including signing young netminder Devon Levi to a two-year deal and parting ways with JJ Peterka in a trade that caught more than a few fans off guard.

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Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / July 23

Sabres Could Still Move Bowen Byram: 10 Teams Linked to Trade

Despite recently signing a two-year extension with the Buffalo Sabres, defenseman Bowen Byram remains a potential trade chip this offseason. According to multiple reports, including one by The Fourth Period, the Sabres are actively exploring trade possibilities.

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Sabres' Bowen Byram Trade Still Possible Despite Contract Extension, Claims Insider

The Buffalo Sabres may have extended Bowen Byram this month right after he filed for arbitration, but the defenseman's future with the franchise remains far from locked in.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 18

Why the Bowen Byram extension with the Sabres is a good thing for the Canucks

The Buffalo Sabres announced that they had avoided arbitration with defenceman Bowen Byram by agreeing to a two-year, $12.5 million contract, which carries a $6.25 million average annual value (AAV).

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 17

What’s the pathway to the playoffs for the Sabres?

The Buffalo Sabres may have found some peace by avoiding salary arbitration with defenseman Bowen Byram, but the rocky times are continuing in Northern

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 17

NHL Rumors: Jared McCann and Mason McTavish

Sekeres and Price: Jeff Marek on the Sekeres and Price talking about the Seattle Kraken, and how there may not be a long-term fit for Jared McCann in Seattle.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

Does Bo Byram’s new contract make him more – or less – tradable?

Last Monday, the Buffalo Sabres re-signed defenseman Bowen Byram to a two-year contract. The deal will carry a $6.25 million annual average value (AAV) through the 2026-27 season.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Rumors / July 16

The Bowen Byram Saga with the Buffalo Sabres is Far From Over

The Buffalo Sabres and defenseman Bowen Byram have settled on a new two-year deal worth $12,5 million, carrying a salary cap hit of $6.25 million, avoiding arbitration.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Besides Bowen Byram, which upcoming UFAs have BC connections for the Canucks to consider?

There were an awful lot of rumours out there about the Vancouver Canucks this offseason, and not all that many of them ended up coming to fruition. The Canucks kept their first-round pick instead of trading it.

St. Louis Blues News / Last Word On Sports / July 15

Plan B for the St. Louis Blues Following Bowen Byram Signing

The St. Louis Blues had been pursuing defenceman Bowen Byram to bolster their defensive depth. However, Byram re-signed with the Buffalo Sabres, meaning the defenceman is off the market, at least for now.

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 15

Potential Canucks target Bowen Byram signed two-year, $6.25M AAV extension with Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Tuesday morning that they had extended defenceman Bowen Byram to a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension, one that carries a $6.25 million average annual value (AAV).

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Sabres Sign Bowen Byram to 2-Year Extension

The Buffalo Sabres announced on Monday (Jul. 14) that they had re-signed restricted free agent (RFA) defender Bowen Byram on a two-year extension worth $6.25 million annually.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Sabres re-sign Bowen Byram to two-year contract

One of the top remaining restricted free agents is off the board. On Monday night, the Buffalo Sabres re-signed defenseman Bowen Byram to a two-year contract.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 14

Sabres, Bowen Byram avoid arbitration with new two-year deal

The contract, worth $12.5M in total, could still be part of a sign-and-trade involving Byram, whose name more seriously popped up in trade speculation early in the offseason ahead of what he hoped would be a big payday for him.

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NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 13

Canucks Fans Hit With Unexpected Update on Bowen Byram Trade Talk

One of the most talked-about names that is still being shopped is Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram, who has yet to find a new home on the trade market.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / July 10

Is Sabres’ Bo Byram being overrated this summer?

Bowen Byram and the Buffalo Sabres aren’t having the friendliest of summers and are set to head to salary arbitration after the Sabres elected to file

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Sabres Facing Pressure Following Bowen Byram's Contract Decision

The Buffalo Sabres have entered a delicate phase with defenseman Bowen Byram following their decision to get the player to arbitration. As NHL insider

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / July 4

Sabres Face Make-or-Break Moment with Bowen Byram Trade

As trade and offer sheet rumors surrounding Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram intensify, the ability for this to become one of the bigger storylines of the summer is real.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 3

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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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Multiple teams reportedly interested in Sabres defenseman

After sending high-end winger, JJ Peterka, out West a few days ago to the Utah Mammoth, the Buffalo Sabres are reportedly working the phones on another one of their younger roster players.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / June 27

Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram revealed

Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed

Byram, 24, is one of the most discussed trade candidates in the league this summer.

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Buffalo Sabres News / TheLeafsnation / June 24

Why the Leafs should pursue Bowen Byram in a potential trade

Buffalo Sabres defenceman Bowen Byram is an archetype that every general manager ought to be searching for. The 24-year-old left shot defenceman is an outstanding skater who can drive offence and he delivered stellar defensive results for a Sabres team that effectively collapsed when Byram and Rasmus Dahlin weren’t on the ice at 5-on-5.

Buffalo Sabres News / Canucksarmy / June 17

Report: Sabres’ D Bowen Byram ‘would like to be a Canuck’

Could the Vancouver Canucks‘ blue line finally be seeing a long anticipated homecoming this year? After Rick Dhaliwal reported that a number of Western

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.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Multiple teams showing interest in trading for Sabres defenseman

The Sabres were said to be gauging his market interest following the end of the regular season, though the player’s agent walked back those reports a day later.

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Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / May 23