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Sabres Target Defenseman Parayko in Major Trade Deal

3/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Buffalo Sabres plan to acquire defenseman Colton Parayko from the St. Louis Blues, pending his waiver of a no-trade clause.
Parayko is 32 and has a 2019 Stanley Cup title plus a 2026 Olympic silver medal.
The trade involves Radim Mrtka and a first-round pick, as the Sabres seek depth and eye a push for the playoffs.

History

Historical Context

The St. Louis Blues, founded in 1967, struggled for decades without a Stanley Cup, suffering three consecutive Final sweeps by Original Six teams. In 2019, they triumphed over the Boston Bruins in a thrilling seven-game series, marking their first championship in their 52nd season. This victory ended the longest championship drought in NHL history and solidified their legacy among the league's expansion teams.

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Story summary

The Buffalo Sabres plan to acquire defenseman Colton Parayko from the St. Louis Blues, pending his waiver of a no-trade clause.
Parayko is 32 and has a 2019 Stanley Cup title plus a 2026 Olympic silver medal.
The trade involves Radim Mrtka and a first-round pick, as the Sabres seek depth and eye a push for the playoffs.

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