Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman stated on The Jeff Marek Show that he has heard the Buffalo Sabres are open to giving up their first round pick, which is the 11th overall selection, in this year's NHL Entry Draft.
According to Friedman, the Sabres front management, under the direction of general manager Kevyn Adams, is aware that the 2024�25 season will either make or break the team as they haven't made it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 13 seasons.
Regarding their forward group, the Sabres could try adding someone to their starting lineup. The Sabres had five players, including four forwards, reach the 20-goal mark or more in the previous campaign. The addition of a second player with the ability to score 20 or even 30 goals might help the Sabres compete for an Eastern Conference Wild Card spot.