A struggling NHL career took an unexpected turn as a player spent four seasons with the Sabres, battling through challenges that included extended assignments to the team’s AHL affiliate. After facing limited ice time in the league, his recent tenure has been marked by a shift to Rochester, where he has spent most of the past two campaigns. The situation raises questions about his role and future prospects amid a team in transition. Fans and analysts will be watching to see if his trajectory changes—or if another move looms.

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 ...