Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram is one of the NHL's top trade candidates to watch this off-season. He is entering the final season of his contract in 2026-27 and could be a player Buffalo moves if extension talks between him and the Sabres do not go well.

With Byram being a 25-year-old top-four defenseman coming off a strong season, there is no question that several teams would love to acquire him. Now, a few suitors have been named for the Sabres blueliner.

According to The Fourth Period, the Philadelphia Flyers, Anaheim Ducks, and San Jose Sharks are linked to Byram at this stage of the off-season.

The Flyers have long been connected to Byram, and it makes sense when noting that they could use another high-impact left-shot defenseman. Furthermore, with Byram being just 25 years old, he would be an excellent fit on a Flyers club that is on the rise. 

Byram would be a strong pickup for the Ducks as well. With Byram being able to play both sides, he could help the Ducks out tremendously if they acquired him. Keep in mind, the Ducks are entering the summer with Jacob Trouba, John Carlson, and Radko Gudas all as pending UFAs. 

As for the Sharks, it is no secret that they need to continue to improve their blueline. They recently acquired Michael Kesselring from the Sabres, but they still need serious help on defense. Bringing in a young blueliner with plenty of skill, like Byram, would make a lot of sense for them because of it.