The Sabres suffered another disappointing conclusion to the end of the 2024-25 campaign, failing to make the playoffs for the 14th straight season, an NHL record. Instead of firing general manager Kevyn Adams, which owner Terry Pegula could have done either in-season or when hockey games wrapped, Pegula chose to keep Adams at the helm for another year.
The decision for most fans was incomprehensible, but Pegula had the final say. Many observers believe the franchise’s seemingly perpetual losing ways are causing talented players to want out. Forward JJ Peterka was reportedly unhappy in Buffalo and asked to team to trade him, which unfortunately happened at the end of last month.