Blackhawks D Bowen Byram to Miss Homecoming Against Buffalo Sabres because of a Family Matter
Jeff Blashill said the Blackhawks’ top-paid defenseman will miss his first game against Buffalo because of a family matter.
- Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill ruled out defenseman Bowen Byram from Saturday's game against the Buffalo Sabres due to a family matter, canceling his first appearance against his former team since the June trade.
- Before joining Chicago, the native of Cranbrook recorded 21 goals and 89 points during his tenure with Buffalo over 182 games. The Sabres traded the 25-year-old to the Blackhawks earlier this year.
- The defenseman subsequently signed a six-year, $75 million contract with the Blackhawks, making him the team's top-paid defenseman. This investment reflects his offensive capability.
- He has yet to register a point in Chicago's two straight losses to open the season, with his last appearance occurring Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Las Vegas against the Vegas Golden Knights.
- The Blackhawks return home to host St. Louis on Tuesday, seeking to rebound from their winless start. Byram's availability for that matchup remains uncertain pending resolution of his family matter.
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Blackhawks’ defenceman Bowen Byram to miss game against Buffalo Sabres
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill ruled out top defenceman Bowen Byram from playing in Buffalo on Saturday night because of a family matter. Byram’s absence came as he prepared to face his former team for the first time since ...
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Blackhawks D Bowen Byram to miss homecoming against Buffalo Sabres because of a family matter
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill ruled out top defenseman Bowen Byram from playing at Buffalo on Saturday night because of a family matter.
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Blackhawks D Bowen Byram to miss home-coming against Buffalo Sabres because of a family matter
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill ruled out top defenseman Bowen Byram from playing at Buffalo on Saturday night because of a family matter.
Blackhawks' Bowen Byram to Miss Sabres Game for Family Matter
The Chicago Blackhawks‘ big offseason addition will have to miss his first opportunity to face his former team. On Saturday, Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill revealed that defenseman Bowen Byram will be out for Saturday’s road game against the Buffalo Sabres due to a family matter. Chicago acquired Byram, along with forward Jordan Greenway, from Buffalo in June in exhange for the 2026 fourth overall pick, the 2026 45th overall pick, and defen…
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