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ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 16: John Gibson #36 of the Anaheim Ducks returns to the net during a 5-2 Ducks win over the Buffalo Sabres at Honda Center on October 16, 2019 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: John Gibson trade isn’t happening; nor should it

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Buffalo Sabres: What’s the hold-up on Rasmus Dahlin’s extension?

Overflow of defensemen is a good problem for the Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo Sabres fans have a right to be optimistic in 2023-24

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 15: Craig Smith #16 of the Washington Capitals battles Tyson Jost #17 and Ilya Lyubushkin #46 of the Buffalo Sabres for the puck during the second period of the game at Capital One Arena on March 15, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

No, the Buffalo Sabres don’t need to add a forward in 2023

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SUNRISE, FL - APRIL 8: Goaltender Dustin Tokarski #31 defends the net against the Buffalo Sabres xx of the Florida Panthers at the FLA Live Arena on April 8, 2022 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: Meet the 3 under-the-radar free agent signees

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Apr 1, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi (27), goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) and right wing Kyle Okposo (21) celebrate win against the Philadelphia Flyers during the third period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres: Why rolling with Levi, Luukkonen, makes sense for 2023

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 02: Connor Clifton #75 of the Boston Bruins scores on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen #1 of the Buffalo Sabres during the third period at the TD Garden on March 02, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)

Respected experts praise Buffalo Sabres for Clifton signing

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Dec 15, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson (6) controls the puck ahead of Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) in the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Buffalo Sabres have become a hotspot for free agents

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Jan 1, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Connor Clifton (75) shoves Buffalo Sabres center Peyton Krebs (19) after a whistle during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Ranking the Buffalo Sabres defensemen after Johnson, Clifton signings

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 28: (L-R) General manager Kevyn Adams of the Buffalo Sabres and general manager Bill Gurien of the Minnesota Wild speak prior to round one of the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena on June 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: It’s well beyond high time to trust Kevyn Adams

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SUNRISE, FL - APRIL 4: Henri Jokiharju #10 of the Buffalo Sabres clears the puck from behind the net against the Florida Panthers at the FLA Live Arena on April 4, 2023 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

3 players probably finished as Buffalo Sabres after free agent signings

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BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 31: Connor Clifton #75 of the Boston Bruins fights Peyton Krebs #19 of the Buffalo Sabres during the second period at the TD Garden on December 31, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Rich Gagnon/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres lineup prediction 5.0 (Defenseman X solved!)

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BOSTON, MA - MARCH 25: Connor Clifton #75 of the Boston Bruins skates against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at the TD Garden on March 25, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Bruins won 2-1. (Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres weaken division rival with Connor Clifton signing

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TEMPE, ARIZONA - MARCH 26: Erik Johnson #6 of the Colorado Avalanche skates with the puck ahead of Barrett Hayton #29 of the Arizona Coyotes during the first period of the NHL game at Mullett Arena on March 26, 2023 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images )

Buffalo Sabres strike gold with former first overall pick Erik Johnson

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Nov 28, 2022; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Tyson Jost (17) skates with the puck as Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Cal Foote (52) defends during the second period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres 2023-24 Restricted Free Agent Update

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ST LOUIS, MO - JANUARY 24: JJ Peterka #77 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center on January 24, 2023 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: Who will step up in wake of Quinn’s injury?

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TORONTO, CANADA - MARCH 13: Jack Quinn #22 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on March 13, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Sabres defeated the Maple Leafs 4-3. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: Jack Quinn should view rehab as an opportunity

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Feb 21, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) celebrates his goal with teammates during the third period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres 2023 lineup projection 4.0: Pre-free agency

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ELMONT, NEW YORK - MARCH 07: Victor Olofsson #71 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the New York Islanders at the UBS Arena on March 07, 2023 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: Quinn’s injury won’t change Olofsson’s outlook

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Nov 25, 2022; Buffalo, New York, USA; A general view of the Buffalo Sabres logo on a jersey worn by Buffalo Sabres goaltender Craig Anderson (41) during the third period against the New Jersey Devils at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres 2023 Draft Class: Countdown to 1st – 7th round

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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Buffalo Sabres draft pick Zach Benson shakes hands with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the thirteenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Respected analyst praises Buffalo Sabres 2023 draft class

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Jan 17, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Buffalo Sabres forward Casey Mittelstadt (37) skates against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres: Top 3 players/prospects who can replace Jack Quinn

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 28: Zach Benson speaks to the media after being selected by the Buffalo Sabres with the 13th overall pick during round one of the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena on June 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Grading the Buffalo Sabres 2023 draft class (best pick, biggest steal)

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BASEL, SWITZERLAND - APRIL 30: Anton Wahlberg of Sweden in action during final of U18 Ice Hockey World Championship match between United States and Sweden at St. Jakob-Park at St. Jakob-Park on April 30, 2023 in Basel, Switzerland. (Photo by Jari Pestelacci/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres: Who was the biggest draft-day steal in 2023?

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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Buffalo Sabres draft pick Zach Benson puts on his hat after being selected with the thirteenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres: Breaking down strengths of Zach Benson

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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 28: Zach Benson is selected by the Buffalo Sabres with the 13th overall pick during round one of the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena on June 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres earn an ultra-high grade with Zach Benson

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Apr 13, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Owen Power (25) skates with the puck and looks to make a pass during the second period against the Ottawa Senators at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres: One player from each position who will step up in 2023

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