Sabres Build Future With Smart Moves | NHL News

The Buffalo Sabres are transforming into a team players want to stay with, not leave — thanks to GM Jarmo Kekalainen’s bold, future-focused strategy. After a historic playoff run and division title, Kekalainen traded Bowen Byram for young defenseman Olen Zellweger, avoided a costly Hellebuyck deal, and instead stocked up on draft picks and prospects like Rudolph and Morozov. With the cap rising and free agency thin, he’s building depth and talent for years to come, while young stars like Helenius and Ostlund are primed to lead. This isn’t just a rebuild — it’s a renaissance. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/59f225042ce6abd8