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The Buffalo Sabres are continuing to look for answers after a nearly unbelievable 14th straight season without playoff hockey in 2024-25. While the organization is looking to add a veteran executive to support general manager Kevyn Adams, the team could also finally pull the trigger on a Bowen Byram trade.

Bowen Byram News / Blade of Steel / May 10

Sabres' Pending RFA Bowen Byram Makes Pivotal Offseason Move

Bowen Byram's future in Buffalo is up in the air, and after switching agents, it appears as though his time with the struggling Sabres may be coming to an end.

Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / May 9

Fourth Overall Pick Bowen Byram Makes Major Move Ahead of Likely Trade

The Buffalo Sabres may not have defensemen Bowen Byram on their blue line for much longer. Not only has he reportedly packed up and departed the city, but he's also now hired new professional representation.

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Bowen Byram News / House of Hockey / May 7

Fourth Overall Pick Bowen Byram's Time in Buffalo May Be Over After Recent Report

Bowen Byram's future in Buffalo has been in question for the past few months, and now, the latest update suggests he may be traded from the Sabres. The Buffalo Sabres showed promise again in 2024/25, but unfortunately they fell short of the Stanley Cup Playoffs again, and now, plenty of changes are expected over the summer of 2025.

Bowen Byram News / NHL Trade Talk / May 6

Report: Sudden Shift on Bowen Byram’s Future with Sabres

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has become the subject of trade speculation after reports surfaced suggesting he has packed up and left the city, sparking questions about his long-term future with the team.

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

NHL Rumors: Byram, Sabres, Quenneville, Ducks, Flames

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Buffalo Sabres leaning more toward signing or trading defenseman Bowen Byram? He wants to stay, but is that the right move for the team?

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 27

NHL Trade Talk Weekend Rumors: Sabres, Panthers, Canadiens, Capitals

In our NHL Trade Talk weekend rumors report, Bowen Byram says he wants to be part of the solution in Buffalo. Will the Sabres be able to reach a deal? Meanwhile, Matthew Tkachuk got a game misconduct, but will the league consider supplemental discipline for his late hit on Jake Guentzel?

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL Rumors / April 27

NHL Rumors: Will Bowen Byram and Mattias Samuelsson be Back With the Buffalo Sabres?

Bill Hoppe of Buffalo Hockey Beat: 23-year-old Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram had a breakout season with 31 assists and 38 points. He averaged 22:42 in ice time per game.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 27

Sabres’ Priority Should Be Re-Signing Bowen Byram

The Buffalo Sabres have a million question marks going into the 2025 offseason. Making the playoffs doesn’t seem likely, but getting strong finishes from some players could change the outlook of the offseason.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / February 26

With Andrew Copp Out For Season, Will These Centers Come to Red Wings' Attention?

With the news that center Andrew Copp is done for the season following surgery on his left pectoral tendon, the Detroit Red Wings are suddenly thin down the middle.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23

Blockbuster Trade Proposal: Sabres, Ducks Swap Zegras, Byram

In an intriguing one-for-one trade scenario, the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks swap forward Trevor Zegras for defenseman Bowen Byram. This move would significantly impact both franchises, addressing key roster needs while potentially reshaping the future of their cores.

Buffalo Sabres News / House of Hockey / February 17

Insider Predicts A Massive Number For Bowen Byram's Next NHL Contract

Bowen Byram is a star on the rise in the NHL, and with so much potential, it appears as though his next deal may pay him an immense amount. This season has been an immensely underwhelming one for the Buffalo Sabres, with the team once again expected to miss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, extending their NHL longest drought to 15 years.

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NHL News / House of Hockey / February 16

Avalanche, Sabres both reportedly regret past trade

Colorado Avalanche, Buffalo Sabres both reportedly regret past trade between teams

The Colorado Avalanche were very active at the trade deadline last season. One of the moves they made came as a surprise to many when they traded Bowen Byram to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Casey Mittelstadt.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4

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Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / February 1

Sabres Should Not Trade Away Defenseman Bowen Byram

With all of the many different big trades going on around the NHL, the Buffalo Sabres have been oft mentioned in rumors as a team that has multiple assets to move.

Buffalo Sabres News / Colorado Hockey Now / January 2

What Bowen Byram’s Time with Avs Meant to Him

It’s a bittersweet return for Buffalo Sabres defenseman and Avs 2019 No. 1 draft pick Bowen Byram. The 23-year-old was part of the 2022 Stanley Cup team and has kept connections from his time in the Mile High City.

Buffalo Sabres News / Field Level Media / January 2

Sabres' Bowen Byram returns to Denver to face Avs

Bowen Byram was a key blue-liner when the Colorado Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022, but with a deep defensive corps and a need for a second-line center, he was deemed expendable last year.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / December 31

Sabres Need to Extend Bowen Byram Before July 1

When Buffalo Sabres general manager (GM) Kevyn Adams traded for Bowen Byram last season, he knew that he would have to renew his contract either in the summer of 2024 or 2025.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / November 11

Bowen Byram deserves some love for his season with the Sabres

After a very slow start to the 2024-25 season, the Buffalo Sabres have turned things around in a major way, heading into Monday’s action winners of three straight.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Would Canucks Risk Trading Star for Sabres’ Bowen Byram?

Sports analysts Mike Halford and Jason Brough recently discussed whether the Vancouver Canucks should target Buffalo Sabres’ defenseman Bowen Byram as a critical trade acquisition.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / March 13, 2024

Bowen Byram is leading the Buffalo Sabres’ improbable last-minute playoff push

Absolutely nobody saw this coming. Back on Feb. 28, the Buffalo Sabres were sitting a full 14 points back of the Detroit Red Wings in the Eastern Conference playoff race.