'“I think Zemgus has been the most consistent worker in the first two games,” Bylsma said. “I think Zemgus played his best game at center in the preseason. He’s been good at wing as well but … postgame I said we’re going to put Zemgus” at center. “I know he’s comfortable playing in that position. … He can be counted on to take the draw. He can be counted on as a secondary guy … [Read more...] about Sabres to move Girgensons to center
Archives for October 12, 2015
Lehner out 6-10 weeks with high ankle sprain
'Lehner was at practice Sunday morning, sitting on the bench with a boot on his lower right leg.' … [Read more...] about Lehner out 6-10 weeks with high ankle sprain
Sabres have goaltending options with Robin Lehner out 6-10 weeks
'“It’s not a complete surprise to get the results and have that be the timeframe,” Bylsma said following practice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have goaltending options with Robin Lehner out 6-10 weeks
Monday's Columbus Coverage
Blue Jackets, Sabres at a glance (Columbus Dispatch) Blue Jackets-Sabres Preview (AP) Sabres hope to have Gionta against Blue Jackets (NHL.com) Jackets, Sabres meet for Columbus Day matinee (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Columbus Coverage
Sabres G Lehner out 6-10 weeks
'"We were waiting for the MRI and waiting for a prognosis but you know with the symptoms and so forth, you had an idea what the injury was," coach Dan Bylsma said Sunday. "It's not a complete surprise to get the results and to have that be the time frame."' … [Read more...] about Sabres G Lehner out 6-10 weeks
Sabres' Lehner out long term
'Gionta called a lengthy players only meeting after practice. Gionta hated last year more than any in his career and after two losses, he wanted to address some things.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Lehner out long term
Gionta could return Monday while Lehner out 6-10 weeks
'Gionta’s potential return comes on a day when the team received news on another important player’s injury status. Bylsma announced after practice that an MRI on goaltender Robin Lehner revealed a high-ankle sprain that will keep the netminder out for 6-10 weeks. Lehner sustained the injury during the second period of Thursday’s season opener.' … [Read more...] about Gionta could return Monday while Lehner out 6-10 weeks