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Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck ‘100%’ willing to join Sabres

Connor Hellebuyck may have stayed with the Winnipeg Jets through the 2026 NHL Draft, but trade speculation surrounding the star goaltender remains very much alive. According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, Buffalo remains a legitimate destination if discussions resume. Speaking…

Michael Kesselring signs $13.5 million deal with Sharks after Sabres trade

The San Jose Sharks have signed defenseman Michael Kesselring to a three-year, $13.5 million contract carrying a $4.5 million average annual value through the 2028-29 season, according to PuckPedia. Tthe agreement covers one remaining restricted free agent season and two unrestricted free agent years, and it does not include trade protection. The extension comes less […] The post Michael Kesselring signs $13.5 million deal with Sharks after Sabres trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Sabres re-sign depth forward to $18 million deal

The Buffalo Sabres secured one of their pending free agents before the opening of free agency by agreeing to a six-year, $18 million contract with forward Beck Malenstyn, according to Elliotte Friedman. The deal carries an average annual value of $3 million, doubling the $1.375 million cap hit from the two-year contract he signed after […] The post Sabres re-sign depth forward to $18 million deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Trade grades for Sabres, Ducks after Olen Zellweger NHL Draft day deal

The Buffalo Sabres made some noise in the trade market ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. After dealing Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks for the fourth-overall pick, they needed a new defenseman. The Sabres picked up Olen Zellweger in a trade with the Anaheim Ducks ahead of the first round. How did both sides […] The post Trade grades for Sabres, Ducks after Olen Zellweger NHL Draft day deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .

After 3 Blockbuster NHL Trades, Who Are Biggest Winners/Losers?

The weeks leading up to free agency have been much more eventful than anyone expected. There have been several shocking, landscape-altering trades this week, but they are not all equal. The three trades with the most potential to deliver for their respective franchises were made by the Washington Capitals, the Florida Panthers, and the Buffalo […] The post After 3 Blockbuster NHL Trades, Who Are Biggest Winners/Losers? appeared first on The Lead .

Report: Jets and Sabres in Advanced Trade Talks for Connor Hellebuyck

It seems like the NHL news cycle never quits.  With a 32-team league and active free agency, we've got news to report regarding the Winnipeg Jets ' starting goaltender, Connor Hellebuyck .  Hellebuyck was a part of the 2026 US Olympic team that won a gold medal in Milan, Italy. The news surrounding the team hasn't been the greatest, as it seems a lot of the American-born players are fleeing their current teams, and Hellebuyck may be the next one.  According to The 32 Thoughts Po...

Chicago Blackhawks Trade Former 1st Round Pick To Eastern Conference

The Chicago Blackhawks already surprised their fans by trading the fourth overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft to the Buffalo Sabres in return for Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, meaning that they do not have a first-round pick in the Draft that begins on Friday evening from Buffalo.The Blackhawks have selected first, second, and […] The post Chicago Blackhawks Trade Former 1st Round Pick To Eastern Conference appeared first on HEAVY .

Report: Buffalo Sabres Reject Winnipeg Jets' Ask For Connor Hellebuyck

The Connor Hellebuyck situation continues to be fluid as we approach the draft and beyond. One team that has been linked to having serious interest in trading for the three-time Vezina Trophy winner is the Buffalo Sabres. But as of now, that interest is no more.  According to insider David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period , Buffalo rejected the Jets' pricey ask: The Buffalo Sabres have had significant interest in Connor Hellebuyck. But my understanding… is that the Sabres have declined the a...

What kept Capitals’ Chris Patrick awake at night before Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou deals

Thanks to the work of general manager Chris Patrick, the Washington Capitals have acquired not one but two right-handed players with plenty of offensive upside. He acquired Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues, and then acquired Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres in a sign-and-trade deal, locking him up to an eight-year extension. All […] The post What kept Capitals’ Chris Patrick awake at night before Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou deals appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Sabres replace Bowen Byram with Ducks defenseman in trade

The Buffalo Sabres were a part of one of the more stunning trades of this NHL offseason. Now, just days after Bowen Byram went to the Chicago Blackhawks, they have added a defenseman. The Sabres have traded for Anaheim Ducks defender Olen Zellweger, according to Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman. “Olen Zellweger is being traded to […] The post Sabres replace Bowen Byram with Ducks defenseman in trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Capitals’ Alex Tuch gets real on 2018 Stanley Cup Final connection

The Washington Capitals recently acquired Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres, which was one of the few moves they have made this offseason. After learning he was joining the team that beat him in the 2018 Stanley Cup Final, Tuch gave a classic answer, according to Capitals beat writer Sammi Silber. “Alex Tuch on “The Save”: […] The post Capitals’ Alex Tuch gets real on 2018 Stanley Cup Final connection appeared first on ClutchPoints .