Byram hit career highs this season but was looking for a bigger role than the Sabres are able to offer.

Byram hit career highs this season but was looking for a bigger role than the Sabres are able to offer.

Bowen Byram is a talented blueliner, but the Blackhawks gave up an incredible haul for someone who isn't a slam-dunk No. 1 defenseman.

The Byram deal with Chicago is a great first step in what should be a massive summer for the Sabres.

Buffalo might not be done dealing; GM Jarmo Kekäläinen sounded Wednesday more than willing to trade the No. 4 draft pick.