Buffalo has locked up defenseman Zach Metsa with a one‑year, $900,000 extension that keeps him under contract through the 2027‑28 season. The 27‑year‑old, who made his NHL debut earlier this year, impressed the Sabres with his steady, two‑way play and solid puck‑moving abilities. The deal signals Buffalo’s confidence in Metsa’s potential to become a regular fixture on the blue line as the team looks to bolster its defensive depth. With the extension in place, Metsa will have the chance to prove he can earn a larger role and contribute to the Sabres’ push for a playoff spot.

The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Zach Metsa to a one-year contract extension worth $900,000. Metsa, 27, is now under contract through the 2027-28 season. He received his first taste of NHL ...