NHL Shockwave: Why the Sabres’ Pursuit of Jets’ Top Defender Could Change Everything

It’s painfully clear that the Buffalo Sabres have been trapped in a frustrating loop of underwhelming seasons, and if there’s ever a moment for a game-changing shakeup, it’s now. Jarmo Kekalainen, stepping into the general manager role, faces a choice: stick to safe, timid picks, or throw caution to the wind with bold, headline-grabbing trades. After watching Kevyn Adams falter by playing it too safe, the onus is on Kekalainen to ignite real momentum—with moves that don’t just make noise, but spark hope. The Sabres’ long playoff drought demands exactly that kind of fearless finesse in the trade market… anything less just won’t cut it. LEARN MORE

If Sabres Are To End Cycle Of Disappointing Seasons, GM Kekalainen Has To Take Chances WIth Big Swings On Trade MarketNew Sabres GM Jarmo Kekalainen can’t do what former GM Kevyn Adams was infamous for doing – namely, being unable to pull off big trades. Kekalainen must abandon caution and swing big on the trade market, as the Sabres need bold moves, not safe plays, to end their playoff drought.