Radim Mrtka - NHL News & Rumors

Likely to play in minors Mrtka is expected to play full-time with AHL Rochester during the 2026-27 campaign, per Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald.

Impact While the 19-year-old Mrtka was rumored to be expendable during the 2026 trade deadline if Colton Parayko was made available, he's expected to stick around in Buffalo's organization with AHL Rochester to begin the season. However, the 19-year-old blueliner holds the option to return to the WHL if he deems it best for his development. The ninth overall selection from the 2025 NHL Entry Draft flashed his offensive skills at the junior level last season with a goal and 33 assists across 43 regular-season appearances with WHL Seattle. Mrtka profiles more as a defensive force and will look to carve out a regular role in the AHL ahead of his age-20 campaign, but he also has a chance to debut in the majors by the end of the 2026-27 campaign.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

AHL coach lays out expectations for prized Sabres prospect Radim Mrtka The Buffalo Sabres are hoping defenseman Radim Mrtka, the No. 9 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, can take a leap forward in his developme...

2 DAYS AGO • SABRENOISE.COM

Connor Hellebuyck to Sabres still a possibility as 19-YO Buffalo star's name comes up in trade discussions Connor Hellebuyck could still end up with the Buffalo Sabres, with 19-year-old prospect Radim Mrtka now reportedly part of the trade talks.

JULY 5 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Radim Mrtka understands why his name is swirling in Buffalo Sabres trade talks The Buffalo Sabres prospects have been busy at development camp this weekend, but for some, it is more than business as usual. That includes...

JUNE 30 • SABRENOISE.COM

Radim Mrtka edges Konsta Helenius in latest ranking of Sabres' top prospects The Buffalo Sabres are still alive in the 2026 NHL Playoffs, and the future also looks bright with several prized prospects making huge deve...

MAY 4 • SABRENOISE.COM

Radim Mrtka may be the key to a major Buffalo Sabres offseason acquisition After his season ended with the Seattle Thunderbirds in the WHL, Buffalo Sabres first-round pick from the 2025 NHL Draft, Radim Mrtka, made...

APRIL 12 • SABRENOISE.COM

Sabres prospect Radim Mrtka returns to AHL's Amerks at a perfect time A return to the AHL with the Rochester Americans could be the final step en route to the Buffalo Sabres lineup for prized prospect Radim Mrt...

APRIL 8 • SABRENOISE.COM

Sabres top prospect Radim Mrtka set for starring role in 2026 WHL Playoffs With the Buffalo Sabres' defense on the verge of potential upheaval, Radim Mrtka is in a good position to inherit a spot.

MARCH 27 • SABRENOISE.COM

Distributes four helpers in WHL win Mrtka notched four assists in WHL Seattle's 7-3 win over Brandon on Tuesday.

Impact Mrtka has been dishing lately with eight helpers over his last five games. For the season, he's up to one goal, 23 assists and 36 shots on net over 20 WHL appearances. He's projected to be more of a shutdown defenseman as a professional, though he could offer some sneaky scoring in short bursts.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three assists Mrtka registered three assists in WHL Seattle's 5-3 win over Portland on Saturday.

Impact Mrtka picked up his first points in two games since returning from the World Junior Championship. He was held without a point in five tournament games for Slovakia. In the WHL, he's up to a goal and 18 helpers over 16 appearances. The Sabres prospect got a taste of AHL action this year, but the 18-year-old could return to the junior ranks in 2026-27 as well.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Buffalo Sabres' Radim Mrtka named to watch list ahead of 2026 World Juniors One of the Buffalo Sabres' top prospects is garnering a lot of attention as he prepares to take part in a major international tournament.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • SABRENOISE.COM

Three helpers Saturday Mrtka notched three assists in WHL Seattle's 7-3 win over Vancouver on Saturday.

Impact Mrtka has settled right back in for the Thunderbirds with six assists over five games since he was transferred back to the junior team from AHL Rochester. The Sabres prospect will continue to lead the blue line in Seattle for the remainder of 2025-26. As an import player, he will be eligible to suit up in the AHL before he's 20 years old, and that could lead to him playing for Rochester in 2026-27, as he probably doesn't have much left to learn in junior hockey.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to WHL team Mrtka was loaned from AHL Rochester to WHL Seattle on Friday.

Impact Mrtka got a taste of AHL action, earning one assist and seven PIM in four appearances. The Sabres decided it would be better for him to develop at a lower level for 2025-26, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the Czech defenseman get another look in Rochester for 2026-27.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres Demote Dunne, IR Stints Could Get Them Down To 23 After their 5-4 preseason finale overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday, the Buffalo Sabres reduced their roster to 28 players b...

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Seattle Thunderbirds Lose Radim Mtrka To The AHL The Seattle Thunderbirds were dealt a big blow on Saturday as defenceman Radim Mrtka was assigned to the AHL by the Buffalo Sabres. Unlike m...

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Returned to AHL affiliate Mrtka (illness) was sent to AHL Rochester on Saturday.

Impact Mrtka was slated to play Friday against Pittsburgh, but was unable to play due to an illness. The Sabres are high on their top pick from 2025, as they selected him ninth overall. The Czech native will start the season with AHL Rochester, but could be sent to WHL Seattle at some point.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Mrtka has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against Pittsburgh due to an illness, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Mrtka hasn't yet made his regular-season NHL debut, and he'll be held off the ice in his final chance to work with the Sabres before the start of the 2025-26 campaign. He was selected by Buffalo with the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft but will likely spend most of this year with WHL Seattle.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres Make Roster Cut After Third Preseason Win The Buffalo Sabres bounce back from a 5-2 loss to the Red Wings in Detroit on Thursday with their own 5-2 win over the Wings at KeyBank Cent...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Why fans may hate the Buffalo Sabres' plan for their star prospect One of the top storylines this preseason for the Buffalo Sabres has been the play of Radim Mrtka, who the team drafted ninth overall this pa...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • SABRENOISE.COM

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • YOUTUBE

10 NHL-Drafted Players On Czech U-20 Summer Roster The roster that the Czechs have brought to a four-team summer tournament in Vierumäki, Finland includes 10 players who have been drafted by...

JULY 20, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Sabres Sign Top Pick Mrtka To Entry-Level Deal The Buffalo Sabres were excited when Seattle Thunderbirds defenseman Radim Mrtka was available with the ninth overall pick at the 2025 NHL D...

JULY 15, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Secures entry-level deal Mrtka agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with Buffalo on Tuesday.

Impact Mrtka was selected by the organization with the ninth-overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. The 18-year-old blueliner should get a look during training camp this fall but figures to play the bulk of his minutes in juniors with WHL Seattle. With the Thunderbirds last year, the Czech native notched three goals and 32 helpers in 43 regular-season contests before adding another trio of helpers in six playoff appearances.

JULY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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