Zach Benson - NHL News & Rumors

Buffalo Sabres winger primed to join NHL's elite in 2026-27 Zach Benson proved himself to be a primetime player in 2025-26, and is ready to make a leap forward this coming season.

JULY 13 • SABRENOISE.COM

Zach Benson eyes zany first purchase after signing lucrative Sabres contract The Buffalo Sabres signed rising star Zach Benson to a long-term contract extension, giving the 21-year-old winger financial freedom and a u...

JULY 2 • SABRENOISE.COM

Buffalo Sabres solidify core by signing Zach Benson to seven-year deal The Buffalo Sabres continue to be very busy leading up to the NHL Draft this weekend, and after trading veteran Alex Tuch in a sign-and-trad...

JUNE 25 • SABRENOISE.COM

Inks long-term extension Benson signed a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension with the Sabres on Wednesday.

Impact This deal keeps Benson with the Sabres as part of the team's core while on an affordable deal. He had 13 goals and 43 points over 65 regular-season outings in 2025-26. At just 21 years old, he still has time to grow on offense, though expectations will be higher moving forward with his new contract. Expect Benson to fill a top-six role regularly in 2026-27.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres get $50 million Zach Benson contract update after Bowen Byram, Alex Tuch trades | Sporting News Buffalo is trying to get something done.

JUNE 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sabres trade Tuch to the Capitals in sign-and-trade deal. Nashville lands Drury from Colorado

The Sabres dealt Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals in a sign-and-trade deal that got the veteran forward his desired long-term contract, with Buffalo acquiring assets in return...

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Sabres Rumors: Details emerge on Buffalo's massive contract offer to Zach Benson Zach Benson was a breakout star during the playoffs for the Buffalo Sabres and looks like he will be in Western New York. According to ESPN'...

JUNE 19 • SABRENOISE.COM

Projecting Zach Benson's contract extension with the Buffalo Sabres The Sabres want to lock Zach Benson in to a long-term contract extension, but what will it cost Buffalo to get a deal done this offseason?

MAY 28 • SABRENOISE.COM

Buffalo Sabres have to prioritize a Zach Benson extension over other roster moves While Alex Tuch is considered the top priority for the Buffalo Sabres as he is an unrestricted free agent and is widely considered the top f...

MAY 23 • SABRENOISE.COM

"It's Truly A Brotherhood Here" | Zach Benson On 2025-26 Season Recap | Buffalo Sabres

MAY 19 • YOUTUBE

"It's The Moment Now" | Ray Ferraro on Round 2 Game 7 Vs MTL | Buffalo Sabres

MAY 18 • YOUTUBE

Sabres' Zach Benson gets $48.8 million contract update from analytics projection | Sporting News This would be quite the payday for Benson.

MAY 18 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Brad Marchand gives his honest opinion on the new rat in town Sabres' Zach Benson - "Loves to stir it up" Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand has given his stamp of approval to Buffalo Sabres forward Zach Benson for being the new rat in the league.

MAY 18 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

One of each in Game 6 win Benson scored a goal on six shots, dished an assist, added 10 PIM, blocked two shots and went plus-3 in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Canadiens in Game 6.

Impact Benson has earned three goals and three assists over six games in the second round. He's also been right in the mix when things get nasty in the playoffs -- he's earned five misconduct penalties this postseason. The 21-year-old winger is up to five goals, four assists, 24 shots on net, 16 hits, 62 PIM and a plus-7 rating over 12 playoff contests while often playing in a top-six role.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres rally to beat the Canadiens 8-3 to force Game 7

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 18 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Buffalo Sabres roared back to beat the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 on Sat...

MAY 17 • Associated Press

Benson Keeps the Rollercoaster Going 🎢

MAY 17 • YOUTUBE

How to live stream Canadiens vs Sabres: NHL Playoffs, TV channel The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres head back to KeyBank Center on Thursday for a pivotal Game 5 with the Eastern Conference second-ro...

MAY 14 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Sabres' Zach Benson praised by one of the NHL's most notorious rats As the Buffalo Sabres continue their pursuit of the Stanley Cup, winger Zach Benson is making a lot of fans for his play in the 2026 NHL Pla...

MAY 14 • SABRENOISE.COM

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MAY 13 • YOUTUBE

Happy Birthday, Zach Benson‼️ | Benson Scores Go-Ahead Goal In Buffalo Sabres Game 4 Win | Playoffs

MAY 13 • YOUTUBE

Pots PP winner on birthday Benson scored the game-winning goal on the power play Tuesday in the Sabres' 3-2 victory over the Canadiens in Game 4 of their second-round series.

Impact The young winger celebrated his 21st birthday in style, getting the puck in front of Jakub Dobes early in the third period and slipping a backhander past the Montreal netminder to break a 2-2 tie. Benson has gotten onto the scoresheet in four of the Sabres' last five games, and through 10 playoff contests this year he's collected four goals and seven points. He'll look to stay hot as the series shifts back to Buffalo for Game 5 on Thursday.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

"We're Fired Up" | Zach Benson & Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen After Game 4 Win | Buffalo Sabres

MAY 13 • YOUTUBE

Zach Benson Scores Game-Winner In Game 4 Win Over Montreal! | Buffalo Sabres Playoffs Highlights

MAY 13 • YOUTUBE

Icy Hot - Hot on Ice | NHL.com Zach Benson scores the go-ahead goal in the Sabres 3-2 win over the Canadiens, presented by Icy Hot

MAY 13 • NHL.COM

Deadspin | Zach Benson's 3rd-period goal helps Sabres level series vs. Canadiens Deadspin | Zach Benson's 3rd-period goal helps Sabres level series vs. Canadiens

MAY 13 • DEADSPIN.COM

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Sabres trade Tuch to the Capitals in sign-and-trade deal. Nashville lands Drury from Colorado

Sabres rally to beat the Canadiens 8-3 to force Game 7