The Buffalo Sabres have traded defenseman Mike Weber to the Washington Capitals in exchange for a third-round raft pick in 2017.
"We are pleased to welcome Mike to our organization," said Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan. "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 blue line by adding another quality veteran defenseman."
As part of the deal, Buffalo will retain 50 percent of Weber’s contract, which carries a $1,666,666 cap hit through to the end of the season.
With this trade, Sabres now have 20 picks in the next two drafts, per @generalfanager.
— Craig Custance (@CraigCustance) February 23, 2016
Weber appeared in 35 games with the Sabres this season, with a goal and four assists to his credit. Since entering the NHL in 2007, Weber ranks first among Buffalo players in hits (917) and blocked shots (666).
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