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Last updated: June 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NHL Transactions & Outlook

The Chicago Blackhawks acquired defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway from the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night. In exchange, the Blackhawks sent the No. 4 and No. 45 picks in Friday's NHL draft, along with defenseman a future seventh-round pick to Buffalo. Byram is expected to step into the Blackhawks' top defensive pairing, with the defenseman stating he has "been preparing for opportunity like this" Byram's readiness. Meanwhile, the Sabres appear resigned to losing veteran forward Alex Tuch in free agency, with General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen indicating "he's moving on" due to stalled contract negotiations Tuch's impending departure.

NHL Draft Prospects

As the NHL draft approaches its first round on Friday, anticipation builds for the selection of top prospects like Mike McKenna and Axel Stenberg. This year's draft class features a range of talent, and teams are finalizing their big boards to make critical decisions that could shape their franchises for years to come Final prospect rankings.