Is Peterka In Prime Position For Big Payday?

Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli indicated earlier this month that the speculation regarding Peterka and the New York Rangers arose because there are Sabres players who are not happy with the situation in Buffalo and would like a change of scenery. The current situation with the club and the difficulty of attracting free agents or acquiring players because of their no-trade protection will undoubtedly be a factor in GM Kevyn Adams strategy this summer.

Peterka became eligible for a contract extension last July, but signing the winger did not appear to be a priority for Adams at the time. The Sabres will definitely make a qualifying offer to the young winger, but with the salary cap going up over the next couple of seasons, offer sheets could become more commonplace. Goalie Devon Levi is a prime candidate for an offer sheet, with goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen signed to a long-term extension, but it is hard to imagine Adams not matching any offer. The only question may be whether the two sides opt for a short-term bridge deal or agree on a long-term contract.