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Sabres select Daxon Rudolph with fourth overall pick in NHL Draft

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Sabres select Daxon Rudolph with fourth overall pick in NHL Draft

Summary

The Buffalo Sabres drafted Daxon Rudolph with the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, following their trade with the Chicago Blackhawks that allowed them to move up. Despite not being the consensus top defenseman, the Sabres opted for Rudolph due to his potential as an offensive, right-shot defenseman. Rudolph, who recorded 28 goals and 50 assists in the WHL, is compared to Zach Werenski for his dangerous offensive style. He will play for the University of Denver next season.

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•Buffalo moved up to the No. 4 pick to select Rudolph.
•Rudolph scored 28 goals and had 50 assists in the WHL.
•Scouts compare him to Zach Werenski for his offensive skill.
•Rudolph will play next season at the University of Denver.

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1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Why Sabres drafted Daxon Rudolph over Chase Reid, Carson Carels with Zach Werenski comparison

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It was a fascinating choice in a draft full of defensemen.
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Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 1:02 PM
Why Sabres drafted Daxon Rudolph over Chase Reid, Carson Carels with Zach Werenski comparison
It was a fascinating choice in a draft full of defensemen.

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