There was no Morning Reading article yesterday, as I plan to take Sundays off to relax. You can expect this article Monday through Saturday. I will cover significant news on Sundays if necessary.
Sabres News:
Buffalo News: Inside the NHL: Jason Zucker is betting on himself to bring Sabres some offense. (PayWall) Jason Zucker signed a one-year deal for $5 million deal with Sabres on July 1st. He had 14 goals in 69 games last season with Arizona and Nashville.
BuffaloHockeyBeat.com: Sabres receive immediate help in Ryan McLeod by trading Matt Savoie to Oilers. On Friday, Sabres traded center Matt Savoie, the ninth overall pick in 2022, to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for center Ryan McLeod, and winger Tyler Tullio.
Sportsnet.ca: NHL’s Top 12 RFAs of 2024: Latest rumours, reports. The Buffalo Sabres and restricted free agent goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen began contract extension talks in March.
TheHockeyNews.com: NHL Prospect Pool Overview 2024-25: Buffalo Sabres’ Pipeline Stays Strong Despite Trading Savoie. Buffalo’s prospect pipeline remains deep even after Friday’s trade.