Buffalo Sabres sign defenseman Louis Crevier to four-year, $16 million contract extension

On October 1, 2026, the Buffalo Sabres announced a four-year, $16 million contract extension for defenseman Louis Crevier. The deal will pay him $4 million annually against the salary cap, starting next season through 2030-31. Crevier, 25, joined the Sabres in a trade from Chicago in June. He set career highs last season with 7 goals and 25 points. The announcement came on the day of their season opener in Columbus. The team also recalled Dennis Gilbert and placed Olen Zellweger on injured reserve due to a concussion.