A top defenseman has locked in a lucrative long-term deal with the Buffalo Sabres, securing a four-year contract worth $16 million with an average annual value of $4 million. The agreement, set to take effect next season, reflects the team’s confidence in the player’s defensive contributions and potential for leadership. At just 25, the defenseman has already demonstrated strong performance, including a notable 25-point season last year. The move solidifies the franchise’s commitment to rebuilding its blue line for the upcoming campaign.

Louis Crevier signed a four-year, $16 million contract with the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday. It has an average annual value of $4 million and begins next season. The 25-year-old defenseman had 25 ...