The Buffalo Sabres have traded defenseman Mike Weber to the Washington Capitals for a 2017 3rd round pick.
The Sabres are retaining 50 percent of Weber’s $1.67 million cap hit.
“We are pleased to welcome Mike to our organization,” MacLellan said. “Mike is a stay-at-home defenseman, who plays a physical game and is respected by his teammates. We felt it was important to add depth to our blueline by adding another quality veteran defenseman.”
The 28-year old Weber was drafted 57th overall in the 2nd round of the 2006 draft by the Sabres.
Pierre LeBrun: The Sabres were able to get the pick up to third rounder by retaining half his salary.
Craig Custance: The Sabres now have 20 draft picks over the next two drafts.
