While the Sabres didn’t have JJ Peterka back in the lineup tonight against Boston, he’s on track to return on Thursday versus Utah, reports Lance Lysowski of The Athletic (Twitter link). Peterka has been one of Buffalo’s top scorers all season with 51 points in 61 games and while a playoff chase isn’t going to happen, the 23-year-old is a pending restricted free agent and will … [Read more...] about Peterka Should Play Against Utah, Bernard-Docker Should Play On Road Trip
Kulich In Concussion Protocol, Peterka And Norris Accompany Sabres On Road Trip
Sabres forward Jiri Kulich has been placed in concussion protocol, head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters today (video link). He left yesterday’s game against Vegas early after taking a hit. However, there’s some hope that it won’t be a long-term injury for the 20-year-old as Ruff wouldn’t rule out the possibility that Kulich could join the team at some point on their upcoming … [Read more...] about Kulich In Concussion Protocol, Peterka And Norris Accompany Sabres On Road Trip
Sabres Recall Isak Rosen And Brett Murray
The Buffalo Sabres announced that they’ve recalled forwards Isak Rosen and Brett Murray from their AHL affiliate the Rochester Americans. The move continues a busy week for Rosen, who was loaned to the AHL just 72 hours ago after being recalled due to several Sabres players being sick. Rosen made his debut with Buffalo back on November 25th, 2023, and has dressed in 10 NHL … [Read more...] about Sabres Recall Isak Rosen And Brett Murray
Sabres Notes: Kozak, Peterka, Norris, Bernard-Docker, Tullio
Friday morning’s practice brought a wave of roster moves, injury updates, and lineup implications for the Buffalo Sabres. Most notably, the team has recalled depth winger Tyson Kozak from the minor leagues. Kozak has been back and forth between the minor leagues since the start of December, with his most recent call-up coming to an end on January 31st. He’s recorded two points, … [Read more...] about Sabres Notes: Kozak, Peterka, Norris, Bernard-Docker, Tullio
Snapshots: Peterka, Kulich, Hintz, Werenski
The Buffalo Sabres will exchange young forwards in Wednesday night’s lineup. Centerman Jiri Kulich is expected to return to the ice after missing Buffalo’s last game with an illness, while top-line winger JJ Peterka is out day-to-day with a lower-body injury, per Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News. Adding Kulich back to the fold is a positive step for the Sabres. The … [Read more...] about Snapshots: Peterka, Kulich, Hintz, Werenski