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After a stint on the bench during the playoffs, Olen Zellweger returned to action for the Sabres, praising the team’s quick, strategic play and his role alongside Owen Power.
At 21, Jacob Biron attended the Buffalo Sabres' Development Camp, blending his father's NHL legacy with his own military training and athletic ambitions.
Over $862 million was committed on the first day of free agency, featuring blockbuster deals, strategic trades, and lingering uncertainties that will define the league's landscape.
The Buffalo Sabres concluded their 2026 Development Camp with a high‑scoring 3-on-3 scrimmage, highlighting standout performances from prospects like Radim Mrtka and Doman Szongoth while new director of player development Tim Kennedy outlines the team's strategic direction.
Landon DuPont, a standout defenseman from the Western Hockey League, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan hockey program, sparking excitement across the college sports community.
The Chicago Blackhawks have locked in Bowen Byram with a new deal, added forward Cole Smith and defenseman Ian Cole, and extended qualifying offers to prospects including Connor Bedard, while making several moves elsewhere in the league.
The Panthers announced a one-year, two-way deal with forward Sam Lafferty, a 31-year-old who brings NHL experience and international exposure to the roster.
The Avalanche announced a series of roster moves on July 1, adding blue‑liner Domenick Fensore and reshaping the lineup after several AHL regulars left for other NHL clubs.
Utah Mammoth have secured the services of defenseman Zac Jones, a two-time AHL All-Star whose blend of offensive production and NHL experience promises to bolster the team’s blue line.
The Sharks' aggressive moves bring experienced talent and fresh hope to a franchise hungry for its first Stanley Cup in years.
The Avalanche announced the addition of Vinnie Hinostroza, Adam Beckman, Jaden Schwartz and Noah Juulsen, aiming to strengthen forward and defensive depth.
On the first day of NHL free agency, the Boston Bruins signed defensemen Connor Clifton and Jordan Harris, acquired Will Borgen from the New York Rangers, and swapped goaltender Joonas Korpisalo for forward Kalle Vaisanen and a draft pick, while also inkling several players to two‑way contracts.
Top contracts and player movements signal how AHL clubs are positioning themselves for competitive depth in the coming season
The Chicago Blackhawks have secured Bowen Byram with a six‑year, $12.5 million contract that will keep him in Chicago through 2032‑33, positioning him as the league’s top‑paid defenseman in 2027‑28 while GM Kyle Davidson emphasizes the importance of retaining elite talent.
The Buffalo Sabres trade goaltender Devon Levi to the Edmonton Oilers for a 2028 third‑round pick, hoping the young netminder can finally give Edmonton the stability it has lacked in goal.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed 28-year-old defenseman Jacob Bryson to a one-year, $850,000 contract, aiming to strengthen their blue‑line depth while giving prospects like Axel Sandin‑Pellikka a chance to grow in the AHL.
The Detroit Red Wings have inked Jacob Bryson to a $850,000 contract, bringing a seasoned defensive presence to the team.
Veteran forward Vinnie Hinostroza has agreed to a two‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, extending his NHL career through the 2027‑28 season. The deal follows an 18‑point season with Minnesota and Florida, and reflects the Avalanche’s intent to bolster its forward lines.
Sergei Bobrovsky's three‑year deal with Toronto and a series of high‑profile signings reshape the NHL landscape ahead of the new season.
The Sabres have secured home‑grown defenseman Dennis Gilbert to a $850,000, one‑year contract, sparking a narrative of redemption after a whirlwind trade season.
Boston’s latest move adds defensive depth and preserves valuable cap flexibility as the club prepares for another run at the Stanley Cup.
Edmonton announced a deal that brings Devon Levi from the Buffalo Sabres, exchanging a 2028 seventh‑round pick for a third‑round selection, and highlighting Levi’s extensive AHL minutes and solid statistical profile.
Bowen Byram's six‑year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks marks a pivotal moment for the franchise and its defensive future.
Recent blockbuster trades have re‑aligned rosters and sparked debate over which players will see their fantasy point totals surge or stall in the coming season.