3 recently traded pending free agents who would ignite the Buffalo Sabers in 2024-25

This would be another case of the Sabers rolling with a veteran who wouldn’t stay on board long, but would still provide value. Much like Adam Henrique, Vladimir Tarasenko would add more physical play, but as a winger rather than a center and also more likely on the third line.

Of course, that would raise the question of who would play center, although we know it would either be a call-up, like Jiri Kulich or Matt Savoie, or if Kevyn Adams brought in someone from the outside. Additionally, like Henrique, Tarasenko would be in the City of Good Neighbors as a depth scorer, something we might even see from Zach Benson and the Mystery Center in such a scenario.

Whether it’s someone like Henrique or Tarasenko who Adams is targeting this summer or someone equivalent – remember, the theme here is about players who were recently traded, so there’s a lot of equivalent players – having a strong top and with good scores – nine is a real possibility with the Blue and Gold.

That’s assuming head coach Lindy Ruff can get the top six back into shape and keep the likes of JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn at a high level. Regardless, there are plenty of benefits to adding someone like Tarasenko on the wing or Henrique at center.