Earlier this month, the Buffalo Sabres traded Michael Kesselring and the 27th overall pick to the San Jose Sharks for the 20th overall pick. Kesselring, who struggled with the Sabres last season, has signed a three-year, $13.5 million contract with the Sharks, marking a significant raise from his previous $1.4 million cap hit. With the Sharks’ defensive depth lacking, Kesselring is expected to play a key role in their blueline next season. His performance with Buffalo included zero goals and two assists in 34 games, contrasting sharply with his prior career highs.
