NHL Trade News: Alexandar Georgiev joins Buffalo Sabres with $825,000 contract for 2025-26

Free agent goaltender Alexandar Georgiev has secured another chance in the NHL. The 29-year-old has signed a one-year deal worth $825,000 with the Buffalo Sabres. This move marks his third team in just two seasons after a difficult stretch with the Colorado Avalanche and San Jose Sharks.Georgiev’s time with Colorado and San Jose was far from consistent. He entered last season with hopes of proving himself as a reliable starter, but instead struggled with form and confidence. Those issues left him searching for another opportunity, and the Sabres have now given him that.Still, this contract gives him a chance to prove that he can handle NHL action. With just one year on the deal, Georgiev will need to show progress quickly if he wants to extend his stay.The Sabres now have four goaltenders battling for ice time. Luukkonen had a strong finish last season and is expected to carry much of the workload. Lyon provides veteran depth, while Levi remains one of Buffalo’s most important long-term pieces.Adding Georgiev complicates things. Carrying four goalies is unusual, and it may force the Sabres to consider trades or demotions before the season settles in. If Georgiev wants to earn consistent starts, he’ll need to outshine not just one but possibly two teammates.For Georgiev, this move could be his last real chance to show he belongs in the NHL. His recent struggles damaged his reputation, and his role in Buffalo is far from secure, but if he performs well when called upon. He can rebuild confidence and prove he still has value as a dependable option.At 29, there’s still time for him to carve out a role, whether in Buffalo or elsewhere, and this season will determine if Georgiev remains a name in NHL conversations. Or becomes another player who couldn’t hold on after early struggles.Also Read: NHL star Leon Draisaitl's wife, Celeste Desjardins, shares a bond with Mikayla Nurse, the wife of Darnell Nurse