The Buffalo Sabers had a very busy offseason. After missing the playoffs for the 13th consecutive year, Sabers GM Kevyn Adams made several additions to the club’s roster. Ryan McLeod, Jason Zucker, Sam Lafferty, Nicolas Aube-Kubel, James Reimer and Beck Malenstyn are the Sabres’ most notable summer rookies.
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While the Sabers have made some interesting additions to their roster, they shouldn’t have been made yet. When looking at their current lineup, it’s clear they could still use another proven top-six winger, especially given their playoff aspirations.
It has been confirmed that the Sabers are looking to acquire at least one top-six winger. NHL insider Frank Seravalli recently reported that the Sabers were close to acquiring Martin Necas, but the skilled wing was unwilling to sign a deal with Buffalo.
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Although the Sabers made a move on Necas, the trade market still has some solid prospects available. Some trade candidates who could be intriguing targets for the Sabers include Joel Farabee, Patrik Laine, Trevor Zegras and Frank Vatrano.
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As we are already at the end of summer, negotiations are a little more difficult to conclude. If the Sabers are unable to sign a top-six winger before the season starts, it wouldn’t be shocking if they work hard to acquire one during the 2024-25 season.
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