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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Buffalo Sabres leaning more toward signing or trading defenseman Bowen Byram? He wants to stay, but is that the right move for the team?

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 27

NHL Trade Talk Weekend Rumors: Sabres, Panthers, Canadiens, Capitals

In our NHL Trade Talk weekend rumors report, Bowen Byram says he wants to be part of the solution in Buffalo. Will the Sabres be able to reach a deal? Meanwhile, Matthew Tkachuk got a game misconduct, but will the league consider supplemental discipline for his late hit on Jake Guentzel?

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Rumors / April 27

NHL Rumors: Will Bowen Byram and Mattias Samuelsson be Back With the Buffalo Sabres?

Bill Hoppe of Buffalo Hockey Beat: 23-year-old Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram had a breakout season with 31 assists and 38 points. He averaged 22:42 in ice time per game.

NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL 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 / Buffalo Hockey Beat / April 23

After breakout season, Bowen Byram wants to sign new contract with Sabres

BUFFALO – When the Sabres traded for Bowen Byram before the 2024 deadline, general manager Kevyn Adams acknowledged they weren’t sure how he would fit in their lineup.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Bruins, Avalanche swap centers in multi-player deal

The Avalanche are acquiring center Charlie Coyle from the Bruins, Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic reports.

Capitals make surprising trade for rival's winger

Who has the most hat tricks for every NHL franchise?

The '1971-72 Boston Bruins' quiz

Stars to acquire, extend Mikko Rantanen on max-term deal

Avalanche solidify status as Stanley Cup contender with Brock Nelson trade

Sabres, Senators complete one of the biggest deals of trade deadline

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 27

Sabres’ Priority Should Be Re-Signing Bowen Byram

The Buffalo Sabres have a million question marks going into the 2025 offseason. Making the playoffs doesn’t seem likely, but getting strong finishes from some players could change the outlook of the offseason.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / February 26

With Andrew Copp Out For Season, Will These Centers Come to Red Wings' Attention?

With the news that center Andrew Copp is done for the season following surgery on his left pectoral tendon, the Detroit Red Wings are suddenly thin down the middle.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23

Blockbuster Trade Proposal: Sabres, Ducks Swap Zegras, Byram

In an intriguing one-for-one trade scenario, the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks swap forward Trevor Zegras for defenseman Bowen Byram. This move would significantly impact both franchises, addressing key roster needs while potentially reshaping the future of their cores.

NHL News / House of Hockey / February 16

Avalanche, Sabres both reportedly regret past trade

Colorado Avalanche, Buffalo Sabres both reportedly regret past trade between teams

The Colorado Avalanche were very active at the trade deadline last season. One of the moves they made came as a surprise to many when they traded Bowen Byram to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Casey Mittelstadt.

Canada Needs Avalanche’s Makar to Win 2025 4 Nations Face-Off

‘I’m going to do everything I can to play tomorrow’: Canada’s Cale Makar hopes to play against Finland

Canada's goaltending disadvantage vs. USA is major long-term problem

Five takeaways from USA-Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4

Trade-deadline primer for the Buffalo Sabres

Another year, another disappointing season for the Sabres franchise.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Sabres Should Not Trade Away Defenseman Bowen Byram

With all of the many different big trades going on around the NHL, the Buffalo Sabres have been oft mentioned in rumors as a team that has multiple assets to move.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / January 28

Source thinks two Canadiens players would need to be included in trade to acquire Elias Pettersson as another team enters sweepstakes

It seems to be only a matter of time before Vancouver Canucks star player Elias Pettersson is traded.

Two players officially have their contracts terminated, per Elliotte Friedman

Some in Canucks organization reportedly regret signing J.T. Miller and trading Bo Horvat

Who has the most hat tricks for every NHL franchise?

The 'NHL active short-handed goals leaders' quiz

NHL News / Canucks Daily / January 27

Sabres give green light to pursue Canucks' Pettersson in trade

Sabres reportedly give green light to pursue Canucks star Elias Pettersson in trade

With less than 40 days to go until the NHL trade deadline, the expectation is that talks will begin heating up in the coming weeks and the Vancouver Canucks will likely be in the thick of things.

Canucks still receiving interest in Elias Pettersson

Pros and Cons of an Elias Pettersson Trade: Should the Flyers Make a Move?

5 Canucks Who Could Be On the Move Before the Trade Deadline

Could the Vancouver Canucks Let Brock Boeser Walk After the Season?

Buffalo Sabres News / Colorado Hockey Now / January 2

What Bowen Byram’s Time with Avs Meant to Him

It’s a bittersweet return for Buffalo Sabres defenseman and Avs 2019 No. 1 draft pick Bowen Byram. The 23-year-old was part of the 2022 Stanley Cup team and has kept connections from his time in the Mile High City.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Trade Talk / January 2

3 Trade Candidates for the Buffalo Sabres This Season

It looks to be yet another disappointing year in Buffalo, as the Sabres sit last in the Atlantic (14-20-4, with 32 points). After making barely any major moves in free agency, it was inevitable that the Sabres wouldn’t do too well.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 2

Sabres' Bowen Byram returns to Denver to face Avs

Bowen Byram was a key blue-liner when the Colorado Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022, but with a deep defensive corps and a need for a second-line center, he was deemed expendable last year.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / December 31

Sabres Need to Extend Bowen Byram Before July 1

When Buffalo Sabres general manager (GM) Kevyn Adams traded for Bowen Byram last season, he knew that he would have to renew his contract either in the summer of 2024 or 2025.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / December 30

Ideal D-Man Deemed Too Expensive for Oilers Ahead of Deadline

Defenseman Bowen Byram has frequently seen his name surface in the trade rumor mill recently. Among the teams linked to the blueliner is the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / December 16

Insider reveals big trade scenario involving Canucks' Pettersson

Elliotte Friedman reveals blockbuster trade scenario involving Canucks' Elias Pettersson

Elliotte Friedman revealed a blockbuster trade scenario involving the Vancouver Canucks' top forward.

This city appears to be front-runner for expansion while Quebec is snubbed again

Trade between Canadiens, Rangers involving Mika Zibanejad is now possible

Players discuss Rangers' ongoing struggles after latest loss

Knights' Jack Eichel learns his fate after dirty hit on Oilers' Mattias Ekholm

Wild place veteran on waivers

Key Penguins D-man out week-to-week

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / November 11

Bowen Byram deserves some love for his season with the Sabres

After a very slow start to the 2024-25 season, the Buffalo Sabres have turned things around in a major way, heading into Monday’s action winners of three straight.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Would Canucks Risk Trading Star for Sabres’ Bowen Byram?

Sports analysts Mike Halford and Jason Brough recently discussed whether the Vancouver Canucks should target Buffalo Sabres’ defenseman Bowen Byram as a critical trade acquisition.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / March 13, 2024

Bowen Byram is leading the Buffalo Sabres’ improbable last-minute playoff push

Absolutely nobody saw this coming. Back on Feb. 28, the Buffalo Sabres were sitting a full 14 points back of the Detroit Red Wings in the Eastern Conference playoff race.