MICHAEL KESSELRING is out to gain trust. The 6-foot-5, 215-pound defenseman from New Hampton wants to play in the last minute of games for the Buffalo Sabres when they’re protecting a one-goal lead.

The Buffalo Sabres newcomers Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring are eager to help transform their new team into a winner.

The Sabres have developed a reputation for high-profile trades that don’t age particularly well. Will the Peterka deal be different?

The 6-foot-5, 215-pound Kesselring played all 82 games, averaged 17:41 of ice time and recorded 29 points (7+22) with a plus-four rating. Kesselring’s versatility, skating ability and physicality, ...

Doan, meanwhile, is lauded for his forechecking effort and ability, which made him a highly impactful piece for Utah this past season. His comfort around and behind the net – similar to Zach Benson – ...

Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan were part of a surprise trade from the Utah Mammoth. Here is how they reacted to the move.

Buffalo Sabres fans weren't thrilled late Wednesday night when news emerged that they were traded JJ Peterka to the Utah Mammoth. The return, 23-year old forward Josh Doan and 25-year old defenseman ...

Power, meet your new partner. Put it in ink right now for the opening day of training camp in September, opening night in October and well beyond. This was the Sabres' No. 1 need heading into next ...

Doan, a forward, and Kesselring, a right-handed defenseman, head to Buffalo as a tandem. They were roommates in Utah, and became part of one of the first major trades prior to the start of the NHL ...

Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan spoke to reporters Thursday afternoon for the first time as members of the Buffalo Sabres ...