‘The trade for New Jersey is likely a salary dump move, especially after the team was able to land prized defensive free agent Dougie Hamilton with a seven-year contract worth $63 million. The Devils also give the Sabres a fifth round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, while the future considerations aspect of the trade likely means New Jersey gets nothing in return.’
Sabres acquire Will Butcher, fifth round pick from New Jersey
Source: WGR-AM