Calgary Flames vs. Buffalo Sabres - December 09, 2025

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Sabres logo, Sabres 11-14-4, 1ST 0, 2ND 3, 3RD 1, TOT 4

Flames logo, Flames 12-15-4, 1ST 2, 2ND 3, 3RD 2, TOT 7

Highlights

Sharangovich Scores

Backlund Scores

Tuch Scores

Zucker with a Hit

12/08/2025

Kuznetsov Scores

Dahlin Scores

Kadri Scores

Andersson Scores

Power Scores

Thompson Scores

Huberdeau Scores

Thompson Scores

Luukkonen With a Nice Stop

12/08/2025

Sharangovich Scores

Sabres-Flames Highlights

12/08/2025

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4:24PP - Goal scored by Tage Thompson assisted by Jason Zucker and Josh Norris

13:22PP - Goal scored by Rasmus Andersson assisted by Matt Coronato and Nazem Kadri

9:54Goal scored by Yegor Sharangovich assisted by MacKenzie Weegar and Nazem Kadri

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Playoff rematch with Canadiens highlights a grueling opening month for SabresThe Buffalo Sabres' objective is clear for this upcoming season as they will look to prove the division title and trip to the playoffs were not a fluke. For som

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Dominik Hasek trade forever altered the direction of the Buffalo SabresThe Dominik Hasek trade transformed the Buffalo Sabres for the better... but what if it never happened?

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Five Games Calgary Flames Fans Need to Mark on Their Calendar in 2026/27The Calgary Flames struggled immensely in 2025/26, and with the changes over the off-season already and the ones still yet to come, this upcoming campaign shoul

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2026-27 Sabres schedule features early home stand, rugged stretches on road before Christmas - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe 84-game schedule means the Sabres play each of their seven Atlantic Division opponents four times.

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NHL Schedule Release Vids 😂Teams take page from NFL playbook to announce games for 2026-27 season 🎥

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3 Sabres executives named candidates to replace Steve Yzerman as Red Wings GMThe Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings are division rivals, adding intrigue as the Wings begin a search for a new general manager after Steve Yzerman's exit.

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Calgary Flames Officially Announce First 84-Game Schedule in two DecadesThe 2026/27 NHL season is going to be a significant one for the Calgary Flames, with the organization bidding farewell to an arena that's been their home since

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Buffalo Sabres are uniquely prepared to handle NHL's new 84-game scheduleThe NHL is adding two games to its schedule for the 2026-27 season, and the Buffalo Sabres find themselves in position to take advantage of the longer slate.

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NHL Regular Season Schedule 📅Opening night slated for Sept. 29. Tap for full details on 2026-27 campaign📲

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NHL 27 Trailer Drops 🎞️Footage and release date for latest edition of game 🎥

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NHL analyst projects Buffalo Sabres are having league's worst offseasonThe Sabres traded away Alex Tuch and Bowen Byram, which may threaten Buffalo's ability to make a second straight trip to the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2027.

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What's Next for Red Wings? 🤔Questions for Detroit to answer after Steve Yzerman's removal as GM 📲

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'Built like a Greek God:' Jarmo Kekalainen lauds Sabres 2026 NHL Draft pickThe Buffalo Sabres continued adding to their impressive cache of young players and promising prospects during the recent 2026 NHL Draft.

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Kane Down to Blackhawks, Sabres 👀Chris Chelios says he heard directly from the man himself

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Buffalo's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Sabres were among Buffalo's top athletes of the century ➡️

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Sabres to open 2026-27 season Oct. 1 in Columbus, start home schedule Oct. 3 versus Chicago - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe NHL this morning announced the home openers for all 32 teams. The rest of the 84-game schedule will be released Thursday.

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Sabres to open home schedule Oct. 3 versus Bowen Byram and Blackhawks - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe NHL this morning announced the home openers for all 32 teams. The rest of the 84-game schedule will be released Thursday.

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Every NHL Home Opener 🏒League unveils matchups for all 32 teams Tap to see list 📲

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Calgary Flames Announce Final Home Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome2026/27 may be a season that the Calgary Flames struggle on the ice, but it's also going to be a celebration, as this will be the final campaign for the organiz

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NHL analyst declares Buffalo Sabres Stanley Cup window is 'wide open'The Sabres finally ended a 14-year playoff drought last season, but is Buffalo prepared to compete for a championship starting with the 2026-27 NHL campaign?

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BS Meter on Latest Rumors 🌡️What's the latest on Larkin, Robertson and Fantilli? 📲

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Winners and Losers of the Offseason So Far 📊😬 Red Wings are in turmoil 💰 Carlsson is getting the bag 📲 More analysis on the big moves here

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One Jack Eichel decision that may have changed Buffalo Sabres historyWhat would have happened if the Sabres allowed Jack Eichel to undergo the surgery he wanted back in 2021?

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What if Kyle Okposo lived up to expectations with the Buffalo Sabres?Kyle Okposo was popular in Buffalo but his production lacked at times while with the Sabres organization. What if he was more productive?

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Beck Malenstyn is confident the younger players can step up for the Sabres in 2026-27One of the big questions for the Buffalo Sabres at this point in the offseason is how they replace some of their big losses. While general manager Jarmo Kekalai

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Calgary Flames Prospect Selected to Compete at World Juniors Summer ShowcaseThe Calgary Flames have one of their best prospect groups of all-time, and while not many will be seeing the NHL anytime soon, that doesn't mean that Flames fan

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What if Sabres' Shawn Anderson pick in the 1986 NHL Draft worked out?The Buffalo Sabres had a chance to boost their franchise in the 1986 NHL Draft...and whiffed.

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Bruins hire former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams as senior advisor - Buffalo Hockey BeatThe Sabres fired Kevyn Adams on Dec. 15, almost halfway through his sixth season as general manager, and replaced him with Jarmo Kekalainen.

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Sabres rising star remains criminally underrated in 2026 NHL prospect rankingsThe Buffalo Sabres' prospect pool has improved immensely in recent years, but NHL analysts have yet to give one of the team's young studs much attention.

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Sabres insider downplays concerns about Buffalo's overcrowded NHL rosterThe Buffalo Sabres are projected to have some fierce battles for roster spots at 2026 NHL training camp, but is it all much ado about nothing?

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RFAs Who Could Get Offer Sheets in 2027 📋Five players that opposing teams should target next offseason

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Seven Calgary Flames Prospect Featured on Top-100 ListFor a few years now, fans of the Calgary Flames have been begging for a rebuild, and now, under GM Craig Conroy, they've finally done it, and now, things are al

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Ranking Best Fits For Dylan Larkin 📊Is Vegas, Dallas, Florida, or Minnesota the best destination for the Detroit captain? 📲

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Divisive Buffalo Sabres player named 2027 NHL offer sheet candidateNHL front offices are now more willing to use offer sheets aimed at restricted free agents, and it's something teams like the Buffalo Sabres must keep in mind.

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Jarmo Kekalainen aces a challenging first offseason as Sabres general managerEntering this offseason, Buffalo Sabres fans weren't really sure what they might expect, as it was the first offseason led by Jarmo Kekalainen. He joined the or

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Buffalo Sabres bring back Peyton Krebs but now face tough roster choicesThe Buffalo Sabres on Monday were able to avoid arbitration and agreed to a new four-year deal with restricted free agent Peyton Krebs. He was a versatile playe

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Sabres bring in John Davidson as senior advisor; Buffalo makes minor trade - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen and John Davidson know each other well, having worked closely together with the Blue Jackets and Blues.

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Trade Fits for Kraken CenterLanding spots for Shane Wright with time in Seattle likely over 📲

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New Buffalo Sabres prospect hailed by former coach for 'incredible' growthThe Sabres built a formidable prospect pool, and Buffalo may have found a hidden gem in the 2026 NHL Draft to add another promising piece to its farm system.

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Sabres got it right by avoiding arbitration with KrebsThe Buffalo Sabres made one of the smartest decisions they've made in a while by avoiding arbitration with Peyton Krebs.

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Sabres sign Peyton Krebs to four-year contract, avoid arbitration - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres forward Peyton Krebs’ $4.5 million salary cap hit is the seventh-highest among Buffalo forwards.

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Buffalo Sabres winger primed to join NHL's elite in 2026-27Zach Benson proved himself to be a primetime player in 2025-26, and is ready to make a leap forward this coming season.

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Huberdeau Has One of the Worst Contracts 😬Center makes our top-10 list of terrible deals 📲

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Buffalo Sabres' Peyton Krebs receives NHL arbitration hearing datePeyton Krebs, an NHL restricted free agent, filed for arbitration amid talks with the Buffalo Sabres about a contract extension.

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Why a Connor Hellebuyck trade is a near lock even if Buffalo Sabres have to waitIt has been the storyline of the offseason and will continue to be until the Winnipeg Jets trade Connor Hellebuyck. According to Winnipeg Free Press' Mike McInt

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What is the Best Move for the Calgary Flames With Connor Zary?Connor Zary is one of the most interesting players on the Calgary Flames roster, but this summer, it's safe to say that General Manager Craig Conroy and the fro

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Latest NHL Free Agency Buzz 🐝Updated rumors and landing spot predictions for big names 📲

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Breaking down the Sabres remaining unsigned players from last seasonThe flurry of offseason activity has slowed down around the league, and the Buffalo Sabres roster seems to be largely set. The Sabres would lose Alex Tuch, Jord

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How the 5 major Buffalo Sabres offseason moves stack up against each otherThe Buffalo Sabres have been busy over the past month or so of the offseason and have made five notable moves to this point. They would trade away four players

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Patrick Kane to the Toronto Maple Leafs is the exact nightmare the Sabres must avoidThe Buffalo Sabres have been relatively quiet in free agency and have yet to sign any players who are expected to help out the NHL roster. For most of July, the

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In sixth-rounder Dylan Dumont, Sabres could have underrated prospect - Buffalo Hockey BeatDylan Dumont has the potential to be a sneaky good pick for the Sabres, who need an infusion of forward prospects in the organization.

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Where Will These Calgary Flames Prospects Start The 2026/27 Season?The Calgary Flames have arguably their best and deepest prospect pool in recent memory, and after nine picks in the 2026 NHL Draft, this is an organization whos

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NHL.com Predict Their Calgary Flames Lineup for 2026/27The Calgary Flames have only just accepted their rebuild, but after moving plenty of veterans over the past 2-3 years, their roster is shaping up as one that ha

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Rumored NHL trade candidate labeled 'good fit' for the Buffalo SabresThe Sabres' quest to replace Alex Tuch continues but Buffalo is running out of strong options on the trade and free-agent markets before the 2026-27 NHL season.

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Former Sabres star says Jets 'overplayed their hand' on Connor Hellebuyck tradeThe Buffalo Sabres and Winnipeg Jets were engaged in trade talks about Connor Hellebuyck ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft but couldn't reach a final agreement.

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Early Predictions for 2027 Trade Deadline 📲Binnington and DeBrincat lead the way of players who could be moved 📲

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Early 2027 NHL Draft Rankings 📊Defenseman heading to Michigan leads the way in our top 10 list 📲

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Former Calgary Flames Captain Joins Canadian Rival as an Assistant CoachFor years following the departure of Jarome Iginla, the Calgary Flames were led by Mark Giordano for eight seasons, and in that time, he solidified himself as o

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Buffalo Sabres addition named one of 2026 NHL offseason's best contractsThe Sabres focused on having a financially savvy summer after Buffalo's front office entered the offseason facing a salary-cap crunch before a series of moves.

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Key Calgary Flames Prospect Predicted to Represent Team Sweden at the 2027 World JuniorsThe World Juniors tournament has always been one to watch for fans of NHL teams, as it gives them an opportunity to see some of their top prospects in action ag

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Pros and Cons of Ducks Matching Carlsson Contract🦆 Ducks keep No. 1 center in Anaheim 😬 Philly has to find a Plan B 📲 Complete signing reaction

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Buffalo Sabres prospect praised by NHL scouts for 'dominant' puck playThe Sabres' farm system has improved greatly over the past two years, and Buffalo's prospect pool continued to improve at the recent 2026 NHL Draft.

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Several Calgary Flames Prospects to Play in one of the 'Biggest College Hockey Games Ever'The growth of college hockey in the past few years has been a great thing for the sport, and with so many prospect opting to head to the NCAA instead of making

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NHL agent explains how Bowen Byram leveraged trade from Sabres to BlackhawksBowen Byram was determined to check a few boxes as a free agent next summer, which led to his trade from the Buffalo Sabres to the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Teams Destined to Be Worse Next Season ☹️Anaheim is one of four teams that will fail to meet last season's heights 📲

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5 trade assets the Sabres should offer for Connor Hellebuyck (and the strictly untouchable one)Even though the Buffalo Sabres weren't able to complete a trade for Connor Hellebuyck this offseason, it is something that they will likely continue talking to

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Beck Malenstyn explains 'huge motivator' in re-signing with the Buffalo SabresThe Sabres opted to bring back winger Beck Malenstyn despite an abundance of fourth-line options for Buffalo ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season.

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Calgary Flames Predicted to Land Hometown Star in the 2027 NHL DraftThe 2026 NHL Draft is less than two weeks old, and while the future begins to look brighter for the Calgary Flames following a deep, talented draft class, for t

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Alex Tuch unveils details of final Sabres contract talks before Capitals tradeThe Buffalo Sabres and Alex Tuch couldn't reach an agreement on a contract extension, leaving the NHL winger to land with the Washington Capitals via trade.

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NHL Stars Who Could Request a Trade NextMatthews and McDavid lead the way on our list 📲

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1 Word for Every NHL Team's Offseason 🗣️Defining all 32 clubs' moves this summer 📲

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Recent Buffalo Sabres trade acquisition leaves NHL for EuropeIt was a short stay in Buffalo for a longtime NHL player who's decided to continue his hockey career in Europe following a recent trade to the Sabres.

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New NHL Free-Agent PredictionsShifting through the latest rumors 📲

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Oilers' Stan Bowman credits Sabres for helping start new NHL trendThe Buffalo Sabres may finally be getting ahead of the NHL curve on key developments and that's a great sign about the franchise's direction in the years ahead.

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Elliotte Friedman reveals Buffalo Sabres' initial Jiri Kulich fearsThe Buffalo Sabres were without one of their rising stars, center Jiri Kulich, for a vast majority of the 2025-26 NHL season because of a blood clot.

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Updated look at Buffalo Sabres' goalie prospects after the Devon Levi tradeWith the Sabres' longtime top goaltending prospect out, Buffalo has other options waiting in the pipeline.

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Underrated Signings from Free Agency 💰Teams that are getting bang for their buck with their offseason moves 📲

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3 NHL free agents who'd look great in Buffalo Sabres blue and goldThese three unsigned NHL free agents would look great in the blue and gold, and could give the Buffalo Sabres a major boost before the season begins.

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Louis Crevier shares the wild story of finding out about the Sabres trade in ItalyThe night of June 23rd was an exciting one for the Buffalo Sabres as the news started to trickle out that Bowen Byram was being traded to the Chicago Blackhawks

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How a lesser-known NHL contract rule impacts Colten Ellis and the Sabres goalie plansThe Buffalo Sabres claimed Colten Ellis off waivers at the beginning of last season, and at the time, they didn't really know what they had. The former third-ro

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Buffalo Sabres never needed palm trees to bring respect back to the swordIt was less than two years ago that then-general manager Kevyn Adams made the infamous 'palm trees' quote that Sabres fans still remember to this day. At the ti

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Calgary Flames Prospect Pool Takes Historic Leap After the 2026 NHL DraftFor years, the Calgary Flames tried to battle mediocrity, with many fans becoming all too familiar with the mindset of simply getting into the Stanley Cup Playo

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EXTENSION: Calgary Flames Ink Simon Nemec to a Long-Term ContractThe Calgary Flames made a move earlier in the off-season to acquire defenseman Simon Nemec in a deal with the New Jersey Devils, giving up significant draft cap

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Flames Trade for Simon NemecDefenseman signs 5-yr, $7.25M AAV deal two weeks after Devils trade

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What Could a Contract Extension Look Like for Calgary Flames Defenseman Simon Nemec?The Calgary Flames have been highly aggressive this off-season, and while they weren't active in free agency, the draft and the trade market have bore fruit for

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Updated NHL Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after the first week of free agency 📲

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Biggest Overpays From Free Agency 🏦Jacob Trouba makes our list as one of the bad contracts handed out this Summer 📲

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5 Buffalo Sabres who must step up to replace Alex Tuch and Bowen ByramThe Buffalo Sabres saw two big parts of their roster depart this offseason in Bowen Byram and Alex Tuch. In both situations, it didn't seem like there was much

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Following career year, Sabres’ Peyton Krebs files for salary arbitration - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres forward Peyton Krebs set career highs across the board last season, registering 12 goals, 39 points and a plus-13 rating in 82 games.

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Which Other Players Should the Calgary Flames Trade This Summer?The Calgary Flames have been rather busy over the past few weeks, and after adding to one of the NHL's best prospect pools, they made a trade sending Blake Cole

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Peyton Krebs has a decision to make and what it means for the Buffalo SabresThe Buffalo Sabres have done a good job of retaining and agreeing to multi-year deals over the past year with some of their younger players. That group includes

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Top Calgary Flames Trade Target Officially Becomes AvailableThe Calgary Flames have had a quiet start to free agency, and while many expect them to continue being sellers after the Blake Coleman trade, there's opportunit

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Buffalo Sabres sign their replacement for Devon Levi in RochesterThe Buffalo Sabres, shortly after the start of free agency, gave Devon Levi the fresh start he was looking for. They would trade Levi and a seventh-round pick t

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Buy or Sell Carlsson and Other Offseason MovesBreaking down the biggest trades and signings of the Summer 📲

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Latest Free Agency Buzz 🐝Rumors and predictions for top NHL players and teams 📲

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Sabres add goalie depth for Rochester by signing Matt Villalta - Buffalo Hockey BeatGoalie Matt Villalta spent the last three seasons with the Tucson Roadrunners, the Utah Mammoth’s top affiliate.

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Tage Thompson remembers skating past Alex Ovechkin after launching five straight slapshotsTage Thompson is the Buffalo Sabres' best goal-scorer and, for the second straight season, finished with 40 or more goals. However, one area where he has surpri

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Prospect Prokhor Poltapov could be ‘Swiss Army knife’ for Sabres - Buffalo Hockey BeatTim Kennedy, the Sabres’ new director of player development, worked closely with prospect Prokhor Poltapov in his previous role as a development coach.

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Ranking the top 25 Calgary Flames Under 23 Following the 2026 NHL DraftIt's been no secret for a while that the Calgary Flames are rebuilding, and after finally being able to say the word publicly, the team have gone full steam ahe

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Are the Anaheim Ducks Perfect Trade Partners for the Calgary Flames?The Calgary Flames have had back-to-back fantastic NHL Draft's, and as a result, this is team whose rebuild is humming along nicely, with the team expected to g

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How Does the Acquisition of Jake Middleton Change the Calgary Flames Blue Line?The Calgary Flames were very quiet (and understandably so) on day one of NHL free agency, but on day two, they swung a trade that was years in the making, deali

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FAs Still Available Who Can Help Teams 🎯Claude Giroux, Patrick Kane and free-agent stars who can help out a team next season 📲

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Best Players Slated for FA in '27 🔢10 players to watch when free agency opens up next year 📲

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Ranking 10 Best Moves of Offseason 📊Where do Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers and other trades feature on our list? 📲

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Fresh NHL Free-Agent PredictionsPredicting landing spots amid latest rumors 📲

Top NHL FAs Still Available 👀

Big names that your team could get

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Sabres sign Aidan McDonough to two-way contract; Matthew Peca inks AHL deal with Rochester - Buffalo Hockey BeatAidan McDonough played with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins last season on an AHL contract, setting career highs across the board.

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After trade, speedy Olen Zellweger sees opportunity with Sabres - Buffalo Hockey BeatFollowing the trade, Sabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said Olen Zellweger possesses “a lot of the same qualities” of Bowen Byram.

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Grade the Trade: Calgary Flames' Blake Coleman Dealt to the Minnesota WildFans of the Calgary Flames have long been expecting a Blake Coleman trade, and the day after a very quiet opening to free agency, the team finally pulled the tr

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Sabres add depth by signing forward for Rochester - Buffalo Hockey BeatAidan McDonough played with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins last season on an AHL contract, setting career highs across the board.

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Buffalo pick described as 'exactly what the Sabres need' after 2026 NHL DraftThe Buffalo Sabres put together a small five-player class in the 2026 NHL Draft, but one of the prospects already looks like a perfect fit for the organization.

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Calgary Flames Officially Trade Veteran Blake ColemanDating back to the 2024/25 season, many fans of the Calgary Flames have expected the team to deal Blake Coleman, but thus far, he's stuck around, surprisingly m

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3 prospect standouts from Buffalo Sabres' 2026 Development CampThe Sabres wrapped up Development Camp on Thursday, and several Buffalo prospects continued to raise expectations about their long-term NHL futures.

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Hot Takeaways from Free Agency 🔥🗽Rangers make big changes 😬 Trade dramas around the NHL continue 📲 More analysis on the biggest moves

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NHL Free Agency Day One Wrap: Who Did the Calgary Flames Lose?The Calgary Flames free agency plans were laid out bare by GM Craig Conroy heading into Canada Day, and on day one of free agency, the team did exactly what he

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NHL Free Agency Day One Wrap: Who Did the Calgary Flames Sign?For years now, the Calgary Flames have been targeting big upgrades in free agency, but coming into July 1st in 2026, the team were taking a different approach u

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Craig Conroy Reveals the Calgary Flames Plan for Their Top Prospects in 2026/27The Calgary Flames have had a solid off-season thus far, and while there's still a few moves left to be made ahead of the 2026/27 regular season, there's going

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Zach Benson eyes zany first purchase after signing lucrative Sabres contractThe Buffalo Sabres signed rising star Zach Benson to a long-term contract extension, giving the 21-year-old winger financial freedom and a unique idea.

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NHL Free Agency Open 📭Follow along for all the latest signings, rumors and more 📲

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Sabres make depth signings, trade after free agency opens; Jarmo Kekalainen open to making more moves - Buffalo Hockey BeatBUFFALO – After free agency opened Wednesday, the Sabres stayed pretty quiet, signing four depth players likely ticketed for the minors and trading goalie Devon Levi. While more notable moves could materialize – “We’re still open for business,” general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said in LECOM Harborcenter – the roster might be pretty much set. “By

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Sabres did ‘due diligence’ before hiring Milan Lucic for scouting job - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said he’s “a big believer in second chances.”

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Why the Sabres need Patrick Kane to finally pull off the Connor Hellebuyck tradeIt was a relatively quiet first day of free agency for the Buffalo Sabres as they reached a new contract with defenseman Olen Zellweger while signing four playe

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Trades Grades for July 1 Deals 🔠Our marks for Trocheck, Nurse and more deals on July 1 📲

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Winners and Losers from Free Agency 📊Our round-up of the day's biggest news around the NHL today 📲

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Sabres re-sign Trevor Kuntar, ink Conor Sheary in free agency - Buffalo Hockey BeatWinger Trevor Kuntar enjoyed a breakout year last season, scoring 21 goals for the Rochester Americans and playing his first NHL game for the Buffalo Sabres.

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Sabres sign Buffalo’s Dennis Gilbert in free agency - Buffalo Hockey BeatAfter signing with the Philadelphia Flyers last year, Dennis Gilbert began the season in the AHL before Ottawa reacquired him Nov. 17.

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Devon Levi could steal Oilers' starting goalie job after Sabres tradeThe longtime Buffalo Sabres prospect never got a full-time NHL opportunity in Western New York, but that should finally change with the Edmonton Oilers.

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Sabres trade goalie Devon Levi to Oilers - Buffalo Hockey BeatGoalie Devon Levi, one a highly touted prospect, fell out of the Sabres’ plans last season when he spent the entire campaign with the Rochester Americans.

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Report: Sabres sign Dennis Gilbert in free agency - Buffalo Hockey BeatAfter signing with the Philadelphia Flyers last year, Dennis Gilbert began the season in the AHL before Ottawa reacquired him Nov. 17.

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Sabres sign newcomer Olen Zellweger to three-year contract - Buffalo Hockey BeatSabres defenseman Olen Zellweger compiled seven goals, 22 points, 34 penalty minutes and a plus-4 rating with the Ducks last season.

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Best aspect of Buffalo Sabres' contract extension with Olen ZellwegerThe Sabres worked quickly to re-sign Olen Zellweger, an NHL restricted free agent, after previously acquiring the defenseman in a trade with the Anaheim Ducks.

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Calgary Flames Linked to Goal Scoring Winger in Free AgencyThe Calgary Flames came into this off-season with plenty of work to do, and under Craig Conroy they've been solid thus far, adding plenty of hopeful future NHLe

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Breaking down first signings of the day

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Buffalo Sabres prospect called a 'monster' at 2026 Development CampThe Sabres prospect pool has improved by leaps and bounds over the past year, and one Buffalo rising star is turning heads at this week's Development Camp.

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Former Calgary Flames Defenseman Signs a Long-Term Extension in VegasThis past season for the Calgary Flames was all about selling veterans and giving the future an opportunity, and with the team dealing Rasmus Andersson, Nazem K

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NHL Rumors: New detail reveals Jets' insane Connor Hellebuyck asking priceThe Winnipeg Jets may be overplaying their hand as they attempt to trade goalie Connor Hellebuyck, with the Buffalo Sabres among the potential landing spots.

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Live Grades for Biggest Free Agency Deals 🔠Breaking down all the action from the first day of NHL Free Agency 📲

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Jacob Markstrom Trade Proving to be Craig Conroy's Best Work as Calgary Flames General ManagerIn three years as Calgary Flames General Manager, Craig Conroy has made plenty of trades, and as is the nature of the National Hockey League, he's won some and

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Sabres sidestep disaster as Bowen Byram signs massive Blackhawks extensionThe Buffalo Sabres couldn't give Bowen Byram what he wanted, but the Chicago Blackhawks were willing to make a record-setting bet on his untapped potential.

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NHL insider pours cold water on Connor Hellebuyck-to-Sabres trade rumorsThe Buffalo Sabres made a push to land Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck in a trade, but the latest details don't paint an optimistic picture about talks.

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Buffalo Sabres face multifaceted decision on RFA center Peyton KrebsThe Sabres have made many moves already the offseason but Buffalo has yet to sign one of its key NHL restricted free agents.

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Final NHL Free Agency Big Board 📋Kane and Bobvrosky are two of the names that could be on the move tomorrow 📲

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As free agency begins, trades look like best way for Sabres to improve - Buffalo Hockey BeatRight now, the Sabres have 15 NHL forwards under contract for next season. They likely can’t keep them all. They have a handful of high-end defense prospects.

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Another Calgary Flames Prospect Announced for Major Move to the Western Hockey LeagueEarlier on Tuesday, the Calgary Hitmen of the WHL drafted Calgary Flames prospect Jakob Leander, with many believing the 2025 seventh-round pick could end up in

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Radim Mrtka understands why his name is swirling in Buffalo Sabres trade talksThe Buffalo Sabres prospects have been busy at development camp this weekend, but for some, it is more than business as usual. That includes Radim Mrtka, who ha

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Why the Panthers trading for Jacob Markstrom is good news for the Buffalo SabresThe Connor Hellebuyck rumors continue to swirl, and until he is traded or definitively states he wants to remain with the Winnipeg Jets, it won't go away. For t

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Four Calgary Flames Prospects Invited to Team USA's World Junior Summer ShowcaseThe Calgary Flames prospect pool in 2026 may be arguably their best and deepest in the history of the franchise, and after adding another nine players at the 20

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Bold Predictions for Free Agency 🔮What to expect ahead of tomorrow's frenzy 📲

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Konsta Helenius should be Sabres' red line in Connor Hellebuyck trade talksThe Buffalo Sabres are still targeting Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck in a blockbuster trade, but prized prospect Konsta Helenius should be off limits.

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Calgary Flames Prospect Drafted to the Western Hockey LeagueFor years now, the Calgary Flames have struggled to put together a deep prospect pool, but in three seasons under General Manager Craig Conroy, things have shif