Latest News About Blackhawks land defenseman Bowen Byram

The Chicago Blackhawks got defenseman Bowen Byram from Buffalo. They sent the Sabres the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. This deal happened on Wednesday night. Reports first stated a trade could happen soon. Multiple outlets later said the swap. Chicago and Buffalo both announced it after that talks finished. The Sabres now have the draft spot instead. Byram leaves Buffalo under the new deal. Chicago adds a young defenseman to its team right away.

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