Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Full participant Wednesday
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Samuelsson (shoulder) was a full go for Wednesday's training camp session, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.
Samuelsson started skating before the season started back in April, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that he has recovered from his shoulder problem. The 24-year-old blueliner was limited to just 41 games last year and struggled offensively even when he was healthy. In all, the Philadelphia native managed just one goal and six helpers and was mired in a 35-game goal drought when his season ended due to his shoulder problem. Even if he can stay healthy, Samuelsson doesn't offer enough offense to warrant taking in most re-draft formats, though he has shown a physical edge and could help in both hits and blocks.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Starts skating
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Samuelsson (shoulder) has been cleared to resume skating, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports Thursday.
Samuelsson had a goal, seven points, 26 PIM, 106 hits and 86 blocks in 41 outings in 2023-24. He underwent shoulder surgery and consequently didn't play past Jan. 23. The 24-year-old hopes to adjust his offseason training to minimize the chances of future injuries. Provided he's healthy for next season, Samuelsson will be a candidate to serve in a top-four capacity, although the acquisition of Bowen Byram from Colorado in March might push Samuelsson down to the third pairing.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Moves to IR
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Samuelsson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
In a corresponding move, Erik Johnson (upper body) was activated from the IR list. The Sabres announced Sunday that Samuelsson would undergo season-ending surgery for an upper-body issue. The 23-year-old blueliner produced seven points, 44 shots on goal, 86 blocked shots and 83 hits over 41 games during the 2023-24 campaign.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Done for the year
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Samuelsson (upper body) underwent surgery and will not return during the 2023-24 campaign.
Samuelsson missed four of the last six games and the injury ended up being more serious than expected. The Sabres will place him on injured reserve in the near future and an update on his status for training camp should be available during the offseason. Jacob Bryson should see more regular playing time with Samuelsson out.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Undergoing MRI
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Samuelsson is still undergoing medical imaging for his upper-body injury, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports Friday.
Samuelsson should probably be considered a longshot to face the Sharks on Saturday. If he does miss out, the 23-year-old blueliner will be sidelined for the fourth time in his last six contests. Samuelsson is currently stuck in a 36-game goal drought during which he's managed a mere 39 shots and three helpers.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Not playing Wednesday
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Samuelsson (undisclosed) is banged up and won't play versus the Kings on Wednesday, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.
Samuelsson is not 100 percent, as he's set to sit out for the third time in five games. Jacob Bryson will replace Samuelsson in the lineup. It's unclear if the Sabres will opt to let Samuelsson rest against the Sharks on Saturday, the team's last game before the All-Star break.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Good to go
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Samuelsson (upper body) will suit up Saturday against the Lightning, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.
Samuelsson is slated to be back alongside Rasmus Dahlin on the top pairing following a two-game absence. The 23-year-old Samuelsson has collected seven points, 43 shots on goal, 83 blocked shots and 81 hits over 39 appearances this season.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Remains day-to-day
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Samuelsson (upper body) isn't expected to be an option Wednesday versus Chicago, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.
Samuelsson also missed Monday's 3-0 win over San Jose and remains day-to-day. He has a goal, seven points, 24 PIM, 81 hits and 83 blocks in 39 contests in 2023-24. When Samuelsson is ready to return, Ryan Johnson might be a healthy scratch.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Unavailable Monday
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Samuelsson (upper body) won't play Monday against the Sharks, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.
Samuelsson will miss at least one game after suffering an upper-body injury in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Vancouver. He has provided seven points, 43 shots on goal, 83 blocked shots and 81 hits across 39 appearances this season. Henri Jokiharju is slated to replace Samuelsson in the lineup.
Samuelsson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's contest against the Canucks.
Samuelsson appeared to take an elbow to the face from Vancouver's Filip Hronek early in the second period. The 23-year-old Samuelsson went into Saturday's game with seven points, 43 shots on goal, 83 blocked shots and 81 hits over 38 appearances this season.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Garners rare assist
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Samuelsson posted an assist, two hits, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-3 rating in Friday's 5-2 win over the Golden Knights.
Samuelsson hadn't gotten on the scoresheet since Oct. 27, a span of 18 games without a point. He snapped the drought with a secondary helper on Zach Benson's go-ahead goal in the third period. Samuelsson is about as pure of a defensive blueliner as they get, offering a stable presence at the back to enable Rasmus Dahlin or Owen Power to push forward more. Through 27 contests, Samuelsson has four points, 28 shots on net, 59 hits, 57 blocked shots and 18 PIM.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Available Wednesday
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Samuelsson (undisclosed) is good to play Wednesday versus Colorado.
Samuelsson missed Monday's 5-2 win over Arizona because of the injury. He has a goal, three points, 56 hits and 52 blocks in 25 contests in 2023-24. With Samuelsson back, Ryan Johnson might lose his spot in the lineup.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Out Monday
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Samuelsson (undisclosed) will not suit up Monday against Arizona, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.
Samuelsson is dealing with a seemingly minor injury and will miss at least one game as a result. The 23-year-old is stuck in a 17-game scoreless drought. He'll be considered questionable for Wednesday's game in Colorado until another update is available.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Questionable for Monday
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Samuelsson (undisclosed) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Arizona, according to Heather Engel of NHL.com.
Samuelsson left the morning skate early because he was feeling sore. It is unclear at this time if he will be available to play versus the Coyotes. If Samuelsson can't play, Ryan Johnson or Jacob Bryson will fill in on the blue line. The 23-year-old Samuelsson has three points, 25 shots on goal, 52 blocked shots and 56 hits over 25 games this season.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Game-time decision
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Samuelsson (upper body) will be a game-time decision against the Rangers on Monday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.
Samuelsson required some stitches to repair his lower lip after he was clipped by a stick in the first period of Saturday's 7-2 loss to New Jersey. He didn't return to the contest as a precaution because of concussion protocol. Samuelsson has chipped in one goal, two assists, 16 shots on net, 37 blocked shots and 41 hits across 18 contests this campaign. He took part in the morning skate alongside Rasmus Dahlin, which is an encouraging sign.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Might return Saturday
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Samuelsson (lower body) could be an option to face Pittsburgh on Saturday.
Samuelsson currently remains on injured reserve but looks to be nearing a return to action. When the blueliner is back in the fold, Ryan Johnson could be sent back to AHL Rochester.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Goes on injured reserve
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Samuelsson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.
Samuelsson will miss at least the next three games, starting with Saturday's matchup against Toronto, after being moved to the injured reserve list. He has one goal, two assists, 25 blocked shots and 25 hits in 11 appearances this season. Jacob Bryson or Ryan Johnson will fill in during Samuelsson's absence.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Suffers injury Friday
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Samuelsson (lower body) will not return to Friday's game against the Flyers.
Samuelsson logged just 2:30 of ice time in the first period before exiting the contest. Buffalo is back in action Saturday against Toronto and there should be an update on Samuelsson's status before then. He has four points through 11 games this season.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Offers assist in loss
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Samuelsson logged an assist, two hits and six blocked shots in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Devils.
Samuelsson set up Rasmus Dahlin's second-period tally. The helper was Samuelsson's first point in three games, but he's been modestly productive with three points through eight outings this season. The 23-year-old blueliner has added six shots on net, 17 hits, 19 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating. He remains on the top pairing with Dahlin, though Samuelsson is more of a shutdown defender.
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Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson: Playing Thursday
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Samuelsson (upper body) will be in the lineup Thursday versus Calgary, according to Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550.
Samuelsson was injured Tuesday and was unable to finish the 3-2 overtime win over Tampa Bay. Samuelsson has one assist, six hits and seven blocked shots in three games this season.
