Okposo previously wrote to fans following the team's opening night victory in October. The Sabres went on to have a season filled with marquee wins and tangible growth in the standings, finishing with a 16-9-3 record in March and April.
Okposo, meanwhile, had his most productive on-ice season as a member of the Sabres with 21 goals and 45 points while also guiding a young team as alternate captain alongside fellow veteran Zemgus Girgensons.
He was voted by fans as the recipient of the Rick Martin Memorial Award, awarded to the player who best demonstrates on-ice excellence, resiliency, and dedication to the community.