The Buffalo Sabres have locked in defenseman Zach Metsa with a one-year contract extension, keeping him under team control through the 2027-28 season. The deal, valued at $900,000, follows Metsa’s first NHL experience, where he made an early impact despite limited prior professional play. With his offensive contributions and defensive stability, the veteran forward has become a key contributor to the Sabres’ blue line. The move ensures continuity for a player who has quickly established himself as a reliable two-way defenseman.

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 ...