The San Jose Sharks acquire defenseman Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres in a draft pick trade. Buffalo sends Kesselring, 26, to San Jose along with the 27th overall pick in the upcoming NHL draft. In return, San Jose gives Buffalo the 20th overall selection. Kesselring is a 6-foot-5 defenseman. The Sabres previously acquired him from the Utah organization in June 2025, with the expectation that he would add physicality and grit to their defensive group. The trade adjusts the draft-order positions for both teams, with Buffalo moving up seven spots in exchange for parting with Kesselring and surrendering the 27th pick. San Jose receives a defenseman while also improving its selection at 20th overall. The deal takes place on Wednesday, according to the reporting.