Buffalo Sabres reportedly on the verge of acquiring $22M Chicago Blackhawks forward

Many rumors about the Chicago Blackhawks are going around.

The team didn't make many moves this summer, and while it's not surprising for some analysts who believe the team will start the season with their current roster, others believe some trades could happen soon.

The Sabres' 14-year playoff drought is the longest active in the NHL, and even though they've been on the verge of breaking out for years now, they made more questionable moves in the offseason that leave holes to fill in the lineup.

While they had a great return in Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring, adding some firepower to the top six after sending JJ Peterka to the Utah Mammoth will be crucial for the team.

That's why they could be interested in pursuing the Blackhawks forward Tyler Bertuzzi.

The 30-year-old veteran brings a lot to a team with his grit, physicality, and talent. He tallied 46 points in 82 games last season in Chicago and has three years left on his $5,500,000 AAV contract with a 10-team no-trade clause.

However, to land him, Sabres GM Kevyn Adams will have to pay the price.

Suggested returns involve great prospects such as Noah Ostlund or Adam Kleber, alongside a draft pick.

Such a trade could happen during the season, if not before. If the Sabres manage to stay in the playoff race and look to add depth at the trade deadline, Bertuzzi could be an interesting target.

Updates will follow.