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.

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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Kingston Frontenacs v Ottawa 67's

3 Prospects the Sabres no longer have rights to

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Mar 24, 2012; Buffalo, NY, USA; Buffalo Sabres coach Kevyn Adams during the game against the Minnesota Wild at the First Niagara Center. Sabres beat the Wild 3-1. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-Imagn Images

The Sabres need to trust Kevyn Adams and his Draft process for one more year

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Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen announces David Jiricek (not pictured) as the number six overall pick to the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

The Sabres make a huge splash with their newest front office signing

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Apr 24, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi (23) leads the team to the bench after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights in the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Should the Sabres target this former first-round pick this offseason?

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