Michael Kesselring Stats & Bio | Sabres Defenseman

About Michael Kesselring

Michael Kesselring is a defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres, wearing number 8 and bringing a commanding physical presence to the blue line at 6'4" and 190 pounds. Born on January 13, 2000, in New Hampton, New Hampshire, Kesselring developed his game at Northeastern University before making the jump to professional hockey. His size and reach make him a formidable force in his own zone, capable of disrupting opposing offenses and protecting the crease. Over his five most recent games, Kesselring has registered six shots on goal, demonstrating his willingness to contribute offensively from the back end. As a young American-born defender still establishing himself at the NHL level, Kesselring represents an intriguing piece of Buffalo's defensive future and continues to grow with each game he plays.

Updated: Mar 6, 2026