Buffalo Sabres evaluate offseason priorities after playoff breakthrough
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 2:18 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
As NHL free agency progresses, the Buffalo Sabres are assessing their next moves following a significant playoff appearance. This offseason, they bolstered their defense through the acquisitions of Olen Zellweger, Wyatt Crevier, and Dennis Gilbert, aiming to replace the contributions of departed forward Alex Tuch. With uncertainty regarding goaltending options and concerns over player performances, particularly from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, the focus shifts to both offensive replacements and securing a reliable starter. The Sabres look to navigate these challenges as they prepare for next season's 84-game schedule.
- •Sabres signed Olen Zellweger, Wyatt Crevier, and Dennis Gilbert.
- •Alex Tuch's departure raises offensive replacement challenges.
- •Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's goaltending struggled in playoffs.
- •Next season features an 84-game schedule.
- 2:18 AMYahoo Sports — Forward or Goalie – Jarmo’s Next Priority in the NHL Offseason
"With free agency in full swing and Jarmo Kekäläinen relatively quiet aside from the Bowen Byram trade, the question becomes: what should the Buffalo Sabres prioritize next? This offseason, the Sabres significantly strengthened their blue line by adding Olen Zellweger, Wyatt Crevier, and Dennis Gilbert. Those additions provide valuable depth, push Conor Timmins further down…
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