ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WILX) - Former Michigan State hockey captain Red Savage has signed a two-year contract with the Rochester Americans, the AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres, the team announced Thursday.

Savage, 22, began his college career at Miami of Ohio before transferring to Michigan State in 2023. He was named the Spartans’ team captain for the 2024-25 season but suffered a season-ending injury in January.

He also represented Team USA at the 2022 and ‘23 World Junior Championships.

Savage played 58 games for the Spartans, totaling 15 goals and 23 assists. He was originally drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the fourth round of the 2021 NHL Draft.

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