Sabres forward Tyson Kozak’s rookie season is all but over after he sustained a hip strain in Tuesday’s game against the Senators, head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters today (including Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News). He’s listed as week-to-week, and the organization is hopeful he’ll be able to join AHL Rochester for their postseason run after Buffalo’s regular season … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tyson Kozak Out Week-To-Week With Hip Strain
Brannstrom Could Sign In Switzerland This Summer
Sabres defenseman Erik Brannstrom has had a bit of a whirlwind season with Buffalo being his fourth organization. Colorado signed him in free agency but moved him before the season to Vancouver and he was then flipped to the Rangers in the J.T. Miller trade. Along the way, he has only gotten into 28 NHL games this season. As a result, it appears he could be eyeing a change of … [Read more...] about Brannstrom Could Sign In Switzerland This Summer
Joshua Norris, Jordan Greenway Remain Out
The Buffalo Sabres are working on winning their second consecutive game without a pair of forwards. Earlier today, TSN reported that Sabres’ Joshua Norris wouldn’t make his return to Ottawa this evening as he remains away from the team due to a mid-body injury, and Jordan Greenway has missed his fifth straight game with a lower-body injury (Tweet Link).Despite being acquired by … [Read more...] about Joshua Norris, Jordan Greenway Remain Out
Rasmus Dahlin Out With Illness
The Buffalo Sabres suffered a glaring loss to the Philadelphia Flyers earlier today. One of the main reasons for their defensive issues may have been captain Rasmus Dahlin’s absence. According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Dahlin missed today’s game due to illness, and he’s doubtful to play for the team on Sunday against the Washington Capitals. Without Dahlin, … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin Out With Illness
Sabres Sign Topias Leinonen To Entry-Level Contract
The Sabres announced they’ve signed goaltending prospect Topias Leinonen to his entry-level contract. It’s a three-year deal beginning in the 2025-26 season, but he’ll report to AHL Rochester for the remainder of this year on a tryout. Per PuckPedia, his contract carries a cap hit of $886,667 and breaks down as follows: 2025-26: $775K base salary, $95K signing bonuses, $80K … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign Topias Leinonen To Entry-Level Contract