'Kesselring, 26, was presumed to be the top acquisition in last summer's trade with Utah that also brought winger Josh Doan for winger JJ Peterka, and the right-handed blueliner was targeted to be Owen Power's target on defense. But Kesselring's lone season in Buffalo was riddled by a string of lower-body injuries, and he could not move higher than the third defense pair on … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Michael Kesslering to San Jose to move to No. 20 in the draft
Archives for June 19, 2026
Trading Bowen Byram wouldn’t make much sense for Sabres
'GMs are simply doing their due diligence. Kekalainen should listen and politely tell them Byram isn’t available unless a team meets what should be some steep demands.' … [Read more...] about Trading Bowen Byram wouldn’t make much sense for Sabres
Sabres deal Kesselring to San Jose, move up to 20th overall in first round
'He was set to become a restricted free agent, and reports have circulated that Kesselring asked for a change of scenery after the tough season in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal Kesselring to San Jose, move up to 20th overall in first round
2026 Buffalo Sabres mock offseason; big trades, a free agent target & a deserved extension
'Buckle up everyone; the NHL offseason has arrived. Buffalo Sabres General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen already made his first move of the offseason, trading Michael Kesselring and the 27th overall pick to the San Jose Sharks for the 20th overall pick. But we’re taking over from here.' … [Read more...] about 2026 Buffalo Sabres mock offseason; big trades, a free agent target & a deserved extension