Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson has now acquired Sam Lafferty in a trade for the third time throughout his tenure. 

This time, it is a deal with the Buffalo Sabres that sends a 6th-round pick in 2026 in exchange for Lafferty, who has also had stops with the Vancouver Canucks and Pittsburgh Penguins throughout his career. 

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In 60 games with Buffalo last year, Lafferty scored four goals and three assists for seven points. It wasn't a productive year offensively for him on an underachieving Sabres team. With that said, he won over 50% of the faceoffs he took.

Lafferty is a big-bodied player (6-foot-2, 205 pounds) who can help the Blackhawks fill out their lineup in 2025-26. He won't be relied on in a big role, but he will provide depth over a long season.

Killing penalties, helping protect a late lead, and being scratched when young players come up and earn spots will make him a valuable addition for the time being. 

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