The Sabres are aiming to end the franchise's 14-year playoff drought. Is that a realistic goal or should Buffalo start looking toward the future?
The Buffalo Sabres are back within three points of a playoff spot thanks to a six-game winning streak and new general manager Jarmo Kekalainen, who replaced Kevyn Adams last week, gained a reputation for making bold moves during his time leading the Columbus Blue Jackets' front office.
Yet, despite the sudden surge of optimism in Buffalo, Adam Gretz of Bleacher Report stated the Sabres should still be sellers leading up to the 2026 NHL trade deadline in early March.