OTP - Does Peyton Krebs Have A Future In Buffalo? Before the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline passed, the Buffalo Sabres traded then-captain Kyle Okposo to the Florida Panthers in exchange for defenseman Calle Sjalin and a 2024 fifth-round pick. This move gave Okposo the opportunity to play for a contender, and he, of course, got to lift the Stanley Cup last month. Now, roughly one month into free agency, Okposo remains a free agent. When noting that he said back in May that he had not determined if the 2023-24 season would be his final season, many have naturally wondered about his playing future. While speaking with NHL.com's Dan Rosen [https://www.nhl.com/news/kyle-okposo-discusses-fanatics-immersion-program-life-after-hockey], he provided an update on where his mind is at on the matter. The 2006 seventh-overall pick shared that he is still unsure whether or not he will continue his NHL career. If Okposo decides to continue his career, there should be a club willing to sign him to a cheap one-year deal. His immense experience and leadership would make him a solid addition to teams looking for bottom-six help. Kyle Okposo [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MjA0Mjc1NDU0MDAwMzA5OTAw/usatsi_22074988.jpg] Kyle Okposo In 67 games this past season split between the Sabres and Panthers, Okposo recorded 12 goals, 22 points, 75 hits, and a plus-1 rating. It will be interesting to see if Okposo opts to continue his career or hang up the skates. If he does retire, ending his career with a Stanley Cup would be a nice way to go out. RECENT SABRES NEWS Sabres Should Target Former Oilers Forward [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/buffalo-sabres/latest-news/sabres-should-target-former-oilers-forward] Sabres Star Defender Should Smash Career Highs [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/buffalo-sabres/latest-news/sabres-star-defender-should-smash-career-highs] Sabres Should Target Disgruntled Maple Leafs Forward [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/buffalo-sabres/latest-news/sabres-should-target-disgruntled-maple-leafs-forward] Sabres Surging Forward Is Big-Time Breakout Candidate [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/buffalo-sabres/latest-news/sabres-surging-forward-is-big-time-breakout-candidate]