The Buffalo Sabres reportedly have one of the NHL's top trade candidates on their radar.

The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta recently shared that he believes that the Sabres have inquired about Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies. 

"Some late evening chatter: Belief Sabres inquired about Knies," Pagnotta posted on X.

With the Sabres moving on from Alex Tuch, there is no question that they could use another top six winger to replace him. When noting that Knies is a high-impact power forward like Tuch, it makes a lot of sense that the Sabres are reportedly interested in him. 

If the Sabres managed to land Knies, he would have the potential to be a perfect fit on their first line with Tage Thompson and Zach Benson. He would also be a long-term addition for the Sabres, as he has a $7.75 million cap hit through the 2030-31 season.

However, with Knies being a 23-year-old top-six forward with a good contract, the Maple Leafs are going to expect a serious offer for them to even consider moving him. The Sabres have this year's fourth-overall pick after trading Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks, and that would be a good starting point for a potential trade package.