“Kevyn Adams has been relieved of his duties as general manager of the Buffalo Sabres,” Pegula said. “I would like to thank Kevyn for his dedication and loyalty to the Buffalo Sabres. He has been a reliable presence, and we are appreciative of his enduring care and commitment. I personally wish him and his entire family all the best.

Buffalo, tied for last in the Eastern Conference at 14-14-4 entering Monday's slate, is hurtling toward extending its NHL-long active playoff drought to 15 seasons.

The Buffalo Sabres pressed reset again, firing general manager Kevyn Adams after another season drifting in familiar waters. The announcement didn’t shock anyon