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The Detroit Red Wings and their fans seem to feel the best they have in years about the pool of talent on the roster. There are young players in key roles, and the team’s best players have generally produced to their abilities.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Red Wings sign Ian Mitchell, Jacob Bernard-Docker to one-year contracts

Steve Yzerman is working to add some organizational depth. On Tuesday, the Detroit Red Wings announced it has signed defensemen Jacob Bernard-Docker and Ian Mitchell to one-year contracts.

Detroit Red Wings News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

The Detroit Red Wings Have Identified and Signed a Key Depth Defender

The Detroit Red Wings have decided to give a fresh start to a 2025 NHL Trade Deadline acquisition, by the Buffalo Sabres. Today, depth-defenceman Jacob Bernard-Docker signs a contract to move to Motown.

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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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 1

Sabres trade Sam Lafferty, re-sign two defensemen; Jacob Bernard-Docker signs with Red Wings

The Buffalo Sabres today traded forward Sam Lafferty to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a sixth-round pick in 2026. Lafferty, 30, struggled last season after signing a two-year, $4 million contract as a free agent, registering four goals, seven points and a minus-15 rating in 60 games.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / June 30

Sabres don’t extend qualifying offers to Jacob Bernard-Docker, three others

BUFFALO – The Sabres on Monday did not extend an $866,250 qualifying offer to defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker, making him a free agent. They extended qualifying offers to goalie Devon Levi, defensemen Bowen Byram, Ryan Johnson and Connor Timmins and forwards Tyson Kozak and Ryan McLeod.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 31

Sabres’ Jacob Bernard-Docker earning regular duty after trade; Noah Ostlund honored for hot stretch

OTTAWA – In the time he spent earlier this season recovering from a high ankle sprain and also regularly watching games as a healthy scratch, Buffalo Sabres newcomer Jacob Bernard-Docker tried to reflect and understand why he had lost his spot in the lineup.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 14

Sabres' latest roster moves have notable lineup implications

Friday morning’s practice brought a wave of roster moves, injury updates, and lineup implications for the Buffalo Sabres. Most notably, the team has recalled depth winger Tyson Kozak from the minor leagues.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / March 14

Following trade to Sabres, wait for visa, Jacob Bernard-Docker ready to go

BUFFALO – Before defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker could really join the Sabres, one issue had to be worked out. As a Canadian joining an American team, he needed to have his visa approved.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 7

Senators acquire Dylan Cozens from Sabres for Josh Norris, Jacob Bernard-Docker

The Ottawa Senators have acquired center Dylan Cozens from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for center Josh Norris and defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker. More pieces may still be added to the deal at this time.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 25

Maple Leafs Should Buy Low on Senators’ Jacob Bernard-Docker

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a strong 2024-25 season and seem poised to make a deep run into the playoffs this season, especially after some additions to their roster that have worked out well for them this season.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7

Young Senators defenseman out long-term with high ankle sprain

Senators defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker will miss an extended period while recovering from a high ankle sprain.

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Ottawa Senators News / Daily Faceoff / January 7

Senators’ Jacob Bernard-Docker sidelined with ankle sprain; Maxence Guenette recalled

The Ottawa Senators will be without Jacob Bernard-Docker for the immediate future as the defenseman is sidelined with a high ankle sprain, reports TSN 1200 Ottawa.

Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7

Senators Recall Max Guenette

The Senators recalled defenseman Max Guenette from AHL Belleville on Tuesday, per a team announcement. The move indicates Jacob Bernard-Docker will be unavailable for tonight’s game against the Red Wings after sustaining a lower-body injury in Monday’s practice.

Ottawa Senators News / Blade of Steel / January 7

Heartbreaking Scene as Young Ottawa Senators Defenseman Suffers Brutal Leg Injury as Practice Gets Halted

Jacob Bernard-Docker is a very talented young blue liner in Ottawa, but in horrific scenes, he has seemingly suffered a major leg injury at a recent practice.

Ottawa Senators News / House of Hockey / January 6

Horrific scene as Ottawa Senators practice gets canceled after young defenseman seemingly broke his leg

Today during the Ottawa Senators' practice, Jacob Bernard-Docker went hard into the boards and could not put weight on his leg on his way off the ice. In hockey, players know that there are risks associated with simply playing the sport.

Ottawa Senators News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Young Senators defenseman suffers injury in scary practice fall

The Ottawa Senators could be without one of their young defensemen when they meet the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night in Detroit. During practice on Monday, defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker fell to the ice awkwardly and wasn’t able to put any weight on his leg as he was helped off the ice by his teammates.

Ottawa Senators News / Breakaway on SI / January 6

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