Zackary Laware

Zackary Laware

Zackary Laware is one of Fansided's Site Experts for Sabre Noise, our NHL page covering the Buffalo Sabres, and a contributor for Jets White Out, our page covering the Winnipeg Jets. Laware obtained his bachelors degree from Lasell University in Sports Communications and Journalism. As well as his masters degree in Sports Journalism from St. Bonaventure University. Laware has previously written for the 1851 Chronicle, TAPinto Greater Olean, and has had articles featured on the Great Northeast Athletic Conference Website.

Apr 17, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Egor Zamula (5) and Buffalo Sabres center Peyton Krebs (19) battle for position in front of Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Aleksei Kolosov (35) during the second period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Flyers could be a potential trade partner with the Sabres for Byram or Peterka

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Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Sam Reinhart (13) hoists the Stanley Cup after winning game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

The Sabres' trading Sam Reinhart may be one of their worst decisions yet

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Jan 21, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Buffalo Sabres forward JJ Peterka (77) skates against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Sabres' JJ Peterka left off Germany's Olympic Six has fans confused

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Mar 22, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA;  Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) takes a shot on goal against the Minnesota Wild during the first period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Sabres Star Player headlines the 2026 Swedish Olympic Roster

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Mar 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing JJ Peterka (77) reacts as he attempts to shoot against the Philadelphia Flyers in the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Sabres' in-state rival prepared to make an offer sheet on JJ Peterka

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May 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (5) calls out to teammates during the third period of game seven of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

3 free agents that would ruin the Sabres by signing them this offseason

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Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Konsta Helenius is selected by the Buffalo Sabres with the 14th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Sabres' prospect pool continues to be one of the best in the NHL

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Apr 20, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34) before game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

3 realistic free agent signings for the Sabres

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Apr 1, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) follows the puck in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

The Sabres have a future Norris Trophy winner in Rasmus Dahlin

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Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Konsta Helenius is selected by the Buffalo Sabres with the 14th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

The Sabres' failure to trade the 9th overall pick could be a long-term disaster

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Mar 10, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) reacts after scoring a goal during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

The Sabres are listening to trade talks on a fan favorite once again

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Apr 17, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing JJ Peterka (77) celebrates his goal with teammates during the third period against the Philadelphia Flyers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

How the looming salary cap boost could reshape the Sabres

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May 13, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Mikael Granlund (64) skates off the ice after the Stars defeat the Winnipeg Jets in game four of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Signing this veteran winger could make the Sabres a threat next season

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Apr 8, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) reacts after scoring a shorthanded goal during the second period against the Carolina Hurricanes at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Will the Sabres sign this hometown favorite to a contract extension?

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Mar 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing JJ Peterka (77) controls the puck against Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling (25) in the third period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

3 Trade Destinations for Sabres Winger JJ Peterka

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May 29, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers in game five of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Can the Sabres make a trade for this franchise-altering winger?

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