Ducks acquire Wahlberg
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired center Anton Wahlberg and a second-round selection (45th overall) in the 2026 NHL Draft from the Buffalo Sabres for defenseman Olen Zellweger.
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Sabres Acquire Zellweger From Ducks for Wahlberg and Draft Pick
The Buffalo Sabres have acquired defenseman Olen Zellweger from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Aton Wahlberg and the 45th-overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Anaheim trades Olen…
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 .
Next move Blackhawks must make after Bowen Byram blockbuster trade
The Chicago Blackhawks are feeling the pressure as they head into the NHL Draft and prepare for the 2026-27 season. They made a move this week that has been widely panned by top observers as they acquired defenseman Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres for the No. 4 and 45 picks along with defenseman Louis […] The post Next move Blackhawks must make after Bowen Byram blockbuster trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Latest NHL sign-and-trade takes potential Lightning free agent target off market
Well, at least we won’t have to write any more Alex Tuch profiles in the near future. After speculating that the big winger could be a trade deadline acquisition in 2025, and a possible free agent signing this summer, things went in a different direction as the Buffalo Sabres signed the 30-year-old to an 8-year, $84 million contract before trading him to the Washington Capitals for a third-round pick and David Kampf. With that move, the top forward was erased from the top of free agent bo...
2026 NHL Draft: Canucks, Sabres And Blues Have Pivotal Moments In Round 1
One decision at the NHL draft can set off a chain of events. On Friday in Buffalo, there are a handful of pivotal moments everybody should look out for, whether it's a potential trade or a particular pick.
Sabres Need A Good Strategy Going In To The 2026 Draft
The Sabres find themselves in a very unique position right now. As the 2026 NHL draft takes place later today, they will hold both the 4th overall, and 20th overall…
NHL rumors: Sabres linked to Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck after acquiring No. 4 overall pick
The Buffalo Sabres recently traded Bowen Byram, while also acquiring the No. 4 pick from the Chicago Blackhawks. Now, they are being linked to the Winnipeg Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck, according to NHL insider Darren Dreger. “Look at the Buffalo Sabres, and we know that Jarmo Kekalainen has been extremely busy to this point. Could he […] The post NHL rumors: Sabres linked to Jets’ Connor Hellebuyck after acquiring No. 4 overall pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sabres Could Pull Off Ultimate Stunner Ahead of Draft Day
The Buffalo Sabres are running out of runway to pull off a major move, potentiall leading them with a draft-day stunner. The post Sabres Could Pull Off Ultimate Stunner Ahead of Draft Day appeared first on HEAVY .
Who Four NHL Teams Should Target With Their Newly Acquired First-Round Draft Picks
The Buffalo Sabres, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues and Ottawa Senators acquired first-round picks in Friday's NHL draft this week. They could take some promising prospects at those spots.
Report: Sabres Had Bidding War For Byram Between 3 Teams
The Buffalo Sabres landed a stunning haul for defenseman Bowen Byram this week, scoring the 4th overall pick in Friday's NHL Draft, a second-rounder, plus the under-the-radar pickup of 6'8" D-man Louis Crevier, while also unloading the contract of Jordan Greenway. Now we're learning why the cost to acquire Byram was so high. According to i nsider Elliotte Friedman, on The Fan Hockey Show , Sabres GM Jarmo Kekalainen had a nice bidding war going amongst the Chicago Blackhawks, New Y...
Who is the most intriguing free agent remaining?
Players like Darren Raddysh and Alex Tuch are off the market thanks to preemptive sign-and-trades.
What Bowen Byram Will Bring to the Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks and Buffalo Sabres threw the hockey world into a frenzy with their Tuesday blockbuster trade, with the Sabres sending defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway to…
Byram Talks Trade, Chat With Bedard, & Future Extension With Blackhawks
Less than 24 hours after being acquired from the Buffalo Sabres, new Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram took questions from […] The post Byram Talks Trade, Chat With Bedard, & Future Extension With Blackhawks appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now .
Capitals offload winger on Penguins after Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou trades
The Washington Capitals have been busy making big moves this week. The Caps have acquired both Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues and Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres in two separate trades. With two wingers coming into the mix, the Capitals decided to move one that was set to become a restricted free […] The post Capitals offload winger on Penguins after Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou trades appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sabres make smart gamble with Zach Benson extension
Buffalo locked up Benson to a seven-year extension with an AAV of $7.5 million.
Bowen Byram’s 1st comments after trade from Sabres to Blackhawks will fire up fans
Bowen Byram was once the fourth overall selection in the 2019 NHL Draft. Since then, he has been traded twice, including when Byram was traded from the Buffalo Sabres to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for the fourth overall selection in this year’s draft, among other assets. Now, Byram is speaking out about joining the […] The post Bowen Byram’s 1st comments after trade from Sabres to Blackhawks will fire up fans appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Capitals overpaid Alex Tuch to save on trade assets
Tuch was signed and traded to Washington from Buffalo, but the Caps are paying a hefty fee to make it happen.
Next move Sabres must make after trading Bowen Byram to Blackhawks
The Buffalo Sabres made a blockbuster trade on Tuesday, sending Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks. They now have two picks in Friday’s first round: 4th overall and 20th overall. They also traded away Michael Kesselring, so they need a defenseman. The Sabres’ next move must be for a defenseman, and New York Islanders veteran […] The post Next move Sabres must make after trading Bowen Byram to Blackhawks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NHL rumors: 6 teams ‘in the mix’ for Hurricanes’ RFA defenseman
There have already been multiple sign-and-trades for pending free agents this offseason. Darren Raddysh was sent from the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Toronto Maple Leafs, while Alex Tuch got a new deal while going from the Buffalo Sabres to the Washington Capitals. Now, the lone pending restricted free agent for the Carolina Hurricanes could […] The post NHL rumors: 6 teams ‘in the mix’ for Hurricanes’ RFA defenseman appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Trade grades for Sabres, Blackhawks after Bowen Byram dealt for No. 4 overall pick
The Buffalo Sabres and the Chicago Blackhawks made a stunning trade, sending Bowen Byram west for the 4th overall pick. It was a deal that drew dramatic reactions when it broke. Did Chicago overpay for their new top defenseman? Or did Buffalo give up too early on a player who has not popped offensively? We’ve […] The post Trade grades for Sabres, Blackhawks after Bowen Byram dealt for No. 4 overall pick appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sabres Could Turn 4th Overall Pick into Vezina Goalie
The Buffalo Sabres could be looking to weaponize a recently acquired top-10 pick, as they look to land an all-world goalie. The post Sabres Could Turn 4th Overall Pick into Vezina Goalie appeared first on HEAVY .
Thursday Morning Fly By: No blockbusters today
*Tuesday sure was a doozy, and while yesterday mercifully wasn’t quite as busy around the league, we still had a bit of interesting activity unfolding. Here are the quick hits: The Capitals are staying busy, and locked down Alex Tuch in a sign-and-trade deal. [ TSN ] Speaking of getting locked down, the Sabres inked Zach Benson to a long-term contract. [ Sportsnet ] And the NHL is looking at expansion… again. [ ESPN ] *That’s a whole lot going on around the league, but ...
Thursday Habs Headlines: 2026 NHL Draft heats up
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Brendan Gallagher will be named an honorary citizen by the city of Montreal on Thursday. [ CBC ] Don’t be surprised if the Canadiens trade their first-round pick ahead of Friday’s NHL Draft for a second straight year. [ Montreal Gazette ] Around the league and elsewhere Last week’s 2026 PWHL Draft delivered an unforgettable night. [ NHL ] Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch is heading to the Washington Capitals in a sign-and-trade ...
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