Edmonton Oilers officially trade forward Ryan McLeod to the Buffalo Sabres
The Edmonton Oilers have made some big splashes this off-season, and with the need to shed some salary cap space, they've made a huge deal with Buffalo.
After coming so close to the Stanley Cup, the Edmonton Oilers needed to add to their roster to take the final step in 2024/25, and now they've made a shocking trade to improve their future in a big way. Elliotte Friedman was first to report that on Friday, the Oilers officially moved Ryan McLeod in a deal with the Buffalo Sabres.
Ryan McLeod is being traded from Edmonton to Buffalo
With further details announced, the trade becomes even more shocking, as the Sabres will send former No. 9 overall pick Matthew Savoie to Edmonton as a part of the huge deal.
Ryan McLeod and Ty Tullio traded to Buffalo for Matt Savoie (9th overall pick in 2022). First to report @FriedgeHNIC
The move accomplishes a lot for Edmonton, as it gives them another promising young forward while also helping them shed salary cap space, while allowing the Sabres a fantastic depth forward as they look to break the NHL's longest active playoff drought.
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