Buffalo Sabres
Injury Report 2025-26
Full Buffalo Sabres injury report for the 2025-26 NHL season. Player status, injury comment, and estimated return dates — updated daily.
Buffalo Sabres Injury Report — 5 Players
| Player | Pos | Status | Comment | Est. Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Zucker | LW | Day-To-Day | — | Apr 18 |
| Mattias Samuelsson | D | Day-To-Day | — | Apr 18 |
| Rasmus Dahlin | D | Day-To-Day | — | Apr 18 |
| Ryan McLeod | C | Day-To-Day | — | Apr 18 |
| Tage Thompson | C | Day-To-Day | — | Apr 18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is injured on the Buffalo Sabres right now?
The Buffalo Sabres currently have 5 players on the injury report: Jason Zucker (Day-To-Day), Mattias Samuelsson (Day-To-Day), Rasmus Dahlin (Day-To-Day), Ryan McLeod (Day-To-Day), Tage Thompson (Day-To-Day). Full details are in the table above.
Which Buffalo Sabres players are out or on IR?
No Buffalo Sabres players are currently listed as Out or on IR.
What do injury designations mean for the Buffalo Sabres?
IR (Injured Reserve) means a player is ineligible to play for at least 7 days. IR-LTI (Long-Term Injured Reserve) means 24+ days and 10+ games missed — the team gets cap relief. "Out" means the player will not dress for an upcoming game. "Day-to-Day" means the status is evaluated each day. All Buffalo Sabres injury statuses are updated daily on SportBusy.
How does the Buffalo Sabres injury report affect fantasy hockey?
Injuries on the Buffalo Sabres directly impact fantasy value — when a top-line forward or starting goalie is out, their backup sees more ice time and becomes a pick-up target. Monitor the Buffalo Sabres roster alongside this injury report to identify who fills in. Status can change daily, so check before your lineup locks.
How does the Buffalo Sabres injury report affect NHL betting lines?
A key Buffalo Sabres player being listed as Out or on IR can shift the puck line, moneyline, and totals. When a starting goalie is ruled out, odds shift significantly. Books adjust lines once official designations are posted. Always verify the latest Buffalo Sabres injury report before betting on their games.
What conference is the Buffalo Sabres in?
The Buffalo Sabres compete in the Atlantic Conference in the NHL.