Sabres Trade Zellweger in Draft Move

Anaheim Ducks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Buffalo Sabres pull off a bold late-draft trade, acquiring defenseman Olen Zellweger from Anaheim in exchange for forward Anton Wahlberg and the 45th pick — used by Ducks to select Jayden Kurtz. With Anaheim shedding key assets and adjusting under new leadership, Zellweger’s move fills Buffalo’s defensive void after losing Bowen Byram — though questions linger about whether his offensive style fits alongside Dahlin and Power. Ducks get a solid B+ for the deal; Sabres a B, depending on Zellweger’s re-signing and on-ice impact before his July free agency. Support the show:Get a discount at…