‘But Kane’s value is as high as it’s been in his short time with Buffalo. In addition, Kane is entering the final year of his contract and I’m guessing he will be looking for a bigger deal than the six-year, $31.5 million contract that will expire in July of 2018. I don’t think the Sabres will want to make a long-term financial commitment to Kane, who will always carry concerns of off-ice transgressions in the back of their minds.’