Sabres' Parayko Deal Falls Through, Fans Buzz About Alternatives

0:00Welcome to NHL News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NHL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The Buffalo Savers thought they had their top target lined up, but a deal for St. Louis Blues' defenseman, Colton Perraiko, has fallen through. The 32-year-old right-handed veteran agreed to terms in principle, but he refused to wave his no-trade clause to head the Buffalo. With the NHL trade deadline just one day away on March 6, 2026, the Savers are scrambling. They spent the whole season chasing a proven right shot defenseman to bolster their blue line, and now they're back to square one. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the Savers' next moves, as this snag hits hard for a team eyeing the playoffs. Losing out on Perraiko means settling for alternatives without those pesky contract protections. Players like Calgary Flames Defender Zach Wyclout are popping up fast. The 29-year-old has nearly 400 NHL games under his belt as a reliable two-way player, locked

1:00in at $2.75 million, dollars through the 2027-2028 season. Meanwhile, the Blues remain open to trading Perraiko elsewhere, but his deep roots in St. Louis, where he's played his entire career plus family comfort. There, make any move tricky. Expect more talks as the clock ticks down. Expectation to our sponsor for backing this episode. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen. S-O-L-L-I-SOLYPILLO.COM S-O-L-L-I-SOLYPILLO.COM