Predators “Pushing Hard” to Acquire Sabres’ Dylan Cozens

The Nashville Predators are making waves in the NHL trade rumor mill. With reports suggesting they are aggressively pursuing Buffalo Sabres forward Dylan Cozens. According to Michael Gallagher on X, who covers the Nashville Predators. He has reported that the Predators are “pushing hard to acquire Dylan Cozens by tonight.”

This comes after Emma Lingan shared a quote on X from GM Barry Trotz regarding his newly acquired cap space. He had this to say: “Don’t be surprised; if there’s the right piece, I’m going to add it.”

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Why Would Cozen Be a Fit?

Cozens, 23, is coming off a career-best season. He scored 68 points (31 goals, 37 assists) in 81 games. However, Buffalo’s inability to turn talent into results may push them to consider bold moves. On top of that, their 11-game losing streak almost forces them into making a move to shake up their roster.

For the Predators, landing Cozens would be a huge win. They would add a dynamic center that perfectly fits their goal of building a younger, more skilled roster.

Are the Sabres Ready to Make the Cozens’ Deal?

From Buffalo’s perspective, giving up Cozens is a tough pill to swallow. The Sabres need an organizational shake-up. They can’t keep losing and expecting the same result every year. Trading Cozens could be just the first shoe to drop within the Sabres’ organization. This is likely the only way for them to end their decade-long playoff drought.

With the NHL trade freeze right around the corner. The clock is ticking for these two teams to get something done. Whether Nashville can actually convince Buffalo to part with Cozens is another question entirely, but this shows the Predators are serious about trying to stay competitive.

Only time will tell if it gets done or not. However, what we are learning is that Buffalo is finally looking to drastically change their roster.

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