BLACKHAWKS BRING BACK LAFFERTY

The Chicago Blackhawks acquired forward Sam Lafferty from the Buffalo Sabres for a sixth-round draft pick in 2026.

What does it give the Chicago Blackhawks
A versatile fourth-line forward, Lafferty spent parts of 2021-22 and 2022-23 in Chicago, so he is familiar with the team. He is likely to play a checking and penalty-killing role this season.

What does it give the Buffalo Sabres
For the Sabres, moving Lafferty is more about the numbers game on the depth chart. Buffalo has a lot of forwards vying for playing time, so this deal helps a bit to that end.

Fantasy impact
There is no fantasy impact here.

Player focus

Chicago Blackhawks

Sam Lafferty RW/C

Buffalo Sabres

Draft pick - Round 6 in 2026