Vesey decision not expected until weekend

While he's set to become an unrestricted free agent Tuesday, highly coveted Hobey Baker winner Jimmy Vesey won't rush to a decision.

''It's certainly not going to be tomorrow,'' Vesey's agent, Peter Fish, told The Associated Press. ''I would say the earliest may be Friday or Saturday, but I wouldn't expect it to drag on much into the following week.''

Vesey, 23, was drafted 66th overall by the Nashville Predators in 2012, but decided to forego signing with the club in order to pursue free agency.

In June, the Predators traded Vesey's rights to the Buffalo Sabres for a 2016 third-rounder.

In addition to the Sabres, Boston, Chicago, New Jersey, and Toronto are believed to be among the interested suitors.