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The Sabres are still stuck in neutral

The Buffalo Sabres haven’t made the playoffs in a long time. They set an NHL record this season by missing the postseason for 14 consecutive seasons, and don’t appear to be on track to break that streak this season.

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Two in the Mailbox: Tuch, Byram and Would You Take a New Owner?

The mailbag is back for the dog days of summer. This version runs down a host of topics ranging from an arena update to the sustainability of the roster.

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

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Jake Leschyshyn News / Inside The Rink / July 16

Buffalo Sabres Sign Jake Leschyshyn

Today, the Buffalo Sabres signed forward Jake Leschyshyn to a one-year, two-way deal. The deal has a $775,000 AAV for the NHL with a $350,000 AAV for the AHL, and $400,000 guaranteed.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 16

2025-26 Sabres schedule features early home games, long trip in December

An early three-game home stand that concludes against the two-time Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, a home-and-home series with the Toronto Maple Leafs later in October and a six-game road trip in December are among the highlights of the Buffalo Sabres’ 2025-26 schedule the NHL released Wednesday.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / July 16

2024-25 Sabres schedule features early home games, long trip in December

Bowen Byram 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.

Bowen Byram 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.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / July 16

Sabres Get Saucy Ahead of NHL Schedule Release

Regardless of the league or sport, schedule releases are the social media teams' time to shine. Be it a highly-produced video featuring team icons and/or celebrities, or simply some fun, silly graphics, it's always fun to see how teams choose to announce their upcoming schedules.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

Sabres Won’t Win Until They Prioritize NHL Talent Over Potential

The Buffalo Sabres have had one of the better scouting departments in the league, which has led to Sabres general manager (GM) Kevyn Adams drafting well since being hired in 2020.

Buffalo Sabres News / Breakaway on SI / July 16

Sabres Could Still Trade Re-Signed Defenseman

It didn’t take long into the offseason for a lot of trade speculation to pop up surrounding Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram. The 24-year-old defenseman is a solid player, but doesn’t fit with the Sabres and their defensive structure that features homegrown talents like Owen Power or Rasmus Dahlin.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Sabres Have Too Many Options for Their First Line Center

Even thinking about this idea, it can feel a bit outlandish, seeing as the Buffalo Sabres have struggled to find a true number-one center in recent years.

Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 15

Grading Bowen Byram’s $12.5 million contract extension with Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres’ playoff drought extended to a 14th season this past year. This has led to speculation that some players want to leave the franchise.

Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 15

Sabres rumors: Buffalo continuing Bowen Byram trade talks despite extension

The Buffalo Sabres signed Bowen Byram to a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension on Monday — but that doesn’t necessarily mean the 24-year-old will be spending the next couple of seasons in Western New York.

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Radim Mrtka News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Sabres sign Radim Mrtka to three-year, entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres announced Tuesday they had signed defenseman Radim Mrtka to a three-year, entry-level contract. Mrtka was taken with the No. 9 overall pick in last month’s NHL Entry Draft.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 15

Sabres sign first-round pick to entry-level contract

The Buffalo Sabres have signed towering defenseman Radim Mrtka to a three-year, entry-level contract. The team recently selected Mrtka with the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.

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

Bowen Byram 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.

Bowen Byram 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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