A once-promising hockey player’s career took an unexpected turn after struggling through four seasons with the Sabres, including extended stints in the minor leagues. After spending most of the past two years with Rochester of the American Hockey League, his time in the NHL appears to have come to an end. The shift reflects broader challenges faced by players navigating the league’s competitive depth and organizational changes. Fans and analysts will debate whether this marks a full career shift or a temporary setback.

He experienced plenty of hard times during his four seasons with the Sabres, spending the majority of the past two with Rochester of the American Hockey League. Levi did not play an NHL game in ...