Buffalo Sabres
· 2026-06-29
The Buffalo Sabres honored late Niagara University hockey player Bradly Burden at the NHL draft by having his sister Shannon announce their 124th pick.
Bradly Burden, a 22-year-old Niagara University Club Hockey player, tragically passed away in a car accident four months ago.
The Buffalo Sabres reached out to his coaches and teammates to announce one of their draft picks, making it a surprise for his sister.
This moment was significant for the Buffalo Sabres, who are currently standing 2nd in the Eastern Conference with a 50-23 record, on a L1 streak after losing 2-3 to the Montreal Canadiens on 2026-05-18.
The team's gesture showed their support for the hockey community and their commitment to keeping Bradly's memory alive.
Bradly's sister Shannon was overwhelmed with emotion as she announced the pick, surrounded by her brother's teammates.
The Buffalo Sabres' actions will help keep Bradly's memory alive, and his family and teammates are grateful for the team's support.
Bradly's teammate and roommate Mario Smith said it was surreal to be on stage, and the video tribute to Bradly was emotional.
The hockey community has rallied around Bradly's family, showing that hockey is more than just a sport, it's a family.
And for Bradly's family, this moment was a chance to share his story and celebrate who he was.
So the Buffalo Sabres' gesture will not be forgotten, and Bradly's memory will live on in the hockey community.
The team's actions have shown that they care about their fans and the community, and this moment will be remembered for a long time.