The contract will begin in 2026-27. That means the arena will remain named KeyBank Center through the 2035-36 season. Cudjoe Young was indicted on multiple charges, including murder and kidnapping, in connection with the 2023 death of Mercedes Vega

The arena is undergoing a series of long-needed renovations since first opening in 1996. Last year, the Sabres replaced the roof and installed a new video scoreboard over center ice. The next series of renovations are expected to address upgrading the seats and fan amenities.