Bowen Byram becomes Blackhawks' number one defenseman following trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Bowen Byram will serve as the Chicago Blackhawks' primary defenseman after being acquired from the Buffalo Sabres. Byram, previously with the Colorado Avalanche, was a top draft pick in 2019 and won a Stanley Cup during his time in Colorado. He has signed a six-year, $12.5 million contract extension that will make him the league's highest-paid defenseman once it takes effect after the 2026-27 season. Byram's opportunity to step into this role comes after years spent playing behind premier defensemen like Cale Makar and Rasmus Dahlin.
- •Byram traded to Blackhawks from Sabres in July 2026
- •Signed a six-year extension worth $12.5 million per season
- •Formerly played behind stars like Cale Makar and Rasmus Dahlin
- •Blackhawks invest in Byram as their leading defenseman
- •Byram's new role complements young players' development
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bowen Byram Will Be Blackhawks’ Undisputed Number One Defenseman
"The Chicago Blackhawks have a lot of faith in Bowen Byram, who will be their true number one defenseman.
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