Jacob Bryson - NHL News & Rumors

Losing playing time Bryson was scratched for the fourth time in five games when he sat out Friday's 6-3 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact Mattias Samuelsson's recent return from injury has bumped Bryson out of the mix on defense for now. Even with Bryson scratched, the Sabres haven't broken out of a lengthy losing streak, so he could get a look over Dennis Gilbert in the near future. Bryson has just two helpers with 25 blocked shots, eight PIM and a minus-7 rating over 18 appearances this season.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Contributes assist Bryson notched an assist, two blocked shots and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Blues.

Impact Bryson has earned two helpers over the last three games. The 26-year-old has played in six straight contests and continues to hold the upper hand over Henri Jokiharju and Connor Clifton for a top-four spot. Bryson won't be a factor on the power play and likely won't add much offense, but he looks to be a lineup regular moving forward.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up first helper of season Bryson notched an assist and three blocked shots in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Flames.

Impact Bryson didn't play in October, but he's been in the lineup in each of the last four games after head coach Lindy Ruff scratched Mattias Samuelsson and Henri Jokiharju. Over his four appearances, Bryson has one assist, 10 blocked shots, four PIM and a plus-2 rating, and the Sabres have given up just six goals. He'll likely remain in a bottom-four role as long as he's in the lineup, and he could head back to the press box as soon as his play slips.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Regular presence in press box Bryson hasn't played in any of the Sabres' first 11 games of the season.

Impact Bryson signed a one-year deal with the Sabres on July 1 after they left him unqualified as a restricted free agent. The 26-year-old defenseman is with the big club as injury insurance, but he appears to be No. 8 on the depth chart, and that's led to him receiving no game action with the team's defense corps staying healthy in October. Bryson could push Connor Clifton for a spot on the third pairing, though Dennis Gilbert is also in the mix to play if head coach Lindy Ruff shuffles up his defense.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inks one-year pact Bryson signed a one-year, $900,000 contract with Buffalo on Monday.

Impact Bryson played in a mere 36 games for Buffalo last season, notching one goal, seven assists and 15 shots while averaging 14:41 of ice time. The 26-year-old blueliner is far from a lock for the lineup on a nightly basis and could spend significant chunks of the seasons serving as a healthy scratch.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Set to become free agent Bryson will not receive a qualifying offer from the Sabres and will become an unrestricted free agent Monday, per PuckPedia.

Impact Bryson had eight points in 36 games last season. He also added three assists with AHL Rochester. The 26-year-old blueliner has just 36 points in 206 career NHL contests. Bryson could land a cheap deal as a depth defenseman this offseason but may need to settle for a two-way contract.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Bryson (upper body) is expected to play Tuesday against Dallas, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact Bryson left Sunday's 3-1 loss to Detroit after taking a high stick from teammate Tyson Jost but won't miss any more game action. The 26-year-old Bryson has one goal, seven assists, 14 shots on net and 36 blocked shots in 32 appearances this campaign.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Sunday Bryson (upper body) won't return to Sunday's game against Detroit.

Impact Bryson took an accidental high stick from teammate Tyson Jost in the contest. The 26-year-old Bryson logged just 9:16 of ice time before his exit. If he isn't available Tuesday against Dallas, Kale Clague could play for the first time since Feb. 23.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Two helpers in loss Bryson recorded a pair of assists in Wednesday's 6-2 loss to the Senators.

Impact Bryson was involved in both of Buffalo's second-period goals, setting up John-Jason Peterka's tally early in the frame before adding a second assist on a Connor Clifton marker. It's just the second multi-point game this season for Bryson, who had one point (an assist) in seven games prior to Wednesday. Overall, the 26-year-old blueliner has eight points (one goal, seven assists) through 27 games in a bottom-pairing role.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

"They've Settled Into A Pair" | Buffalo Sabres Coach Don Granato On Connor Clifton, Jacob Bryson

MARCH 19 • YOUTUBE

Hands out assist Monday Bryson notched an assist, three blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 6-2 win over the Kraken.

Impact Bryson has picked up three points over nine contests in March. The 26-year-old continues to see steady playing time in a third-pairing role -- he has played regularly since Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) was ruled out for the season and Erik Johnson was traded to the Flyers. Bryson has six points, 12 shots on net, 28 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating across 23 outings overall.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Bryson scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Oilers.

Impact With Buffalo down 2-1 midway through the third period, Bryson scooped up a loose puck in the Edmonton end and flipped it toward the net through traffic hoping for a tip-in. Instead, it glanced off Stuart Skinner's shoulder and into the cage. Bryson has played only 19 NHL games this season and had exactly one goal in each of his first three campaigns for the Sabres, so it's unlikely he'll be adding to his total any time soon.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Provides helper in win Bryson provided an assist that held up as the game-winner in Friday's 2-1 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Bryson danced around the blue line and fed Connor Clifton for his partner's first goal with the Sabres. The former continues to hold down the fort while Owen Power (hand) remains on injured reserve, with Bryson's running total consisting of three assists, five hits and 14 blocked shots through 11 games. At least in terms of assists and points, the 26-year-old has that same output with AHL Rochester this season.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Bryson Joins Sabres Live | Buffalo Sabres

FEBRUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Two helpers Tuesday Bryson picked up two assists while adding two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-4 rating in Tuesday's 7-0 win over the Kings.

Impact The 26-year-old blueliner collected his first points in six NHL games this season, getting a regular shift with Owen Power (hand) sidelined. Bryson hasn't shown much offensive upside as a pro -- his best season in the AHL came in 2019-20, when he scored four goals and 27 points in 61 games for Rochester -- and he's unlikely to make much fantasy impact in an expanded role.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from AHL Bryson was summoned from AHL Rochester on Monday.

Impact Bryson will accompany the Sabres on the team's upcoming road trip in California. He will probably continue to serve as an extra defender unless injuries occur.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to minors Bryson was sent to AHL Rochester on Saturday.

Impact Bryson, who has only played in three games this season, hasn't been in the lineup since Nov. 4 against Toronto. If he stays in the minors for a bit, he should get some much-needed playing time. Bryson had nine points, 27 shots on goal, 69 blocked shots and 34 hits in 59 appearances with the Sabres during the 2022-23 campaign.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned from AHL Bryson was called up from AHL Rochester on Thursday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Bryson has an assist in nine games with Rochester this season. In three games with Buffalo, he has no points, a minus-1 rating, two hits and six blocks.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Designated for waivers Bryson was waived by the Sabres on Monday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bryson's demotion comes after the blueliner served as a healthy scratch for the last 20 games. With Jack Quinn (Achilles) expected to return soon, shifting Bryson to the minors will provide Buffalo with the necessary roster opening. Bryson should see significantly more minutes with AHL Rochester once he clears waivers.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serving depth role Bryson has been a healthy scratch for the first two games of the 2023-24 season.

Impact In 59 games last season, Bryson chipped in one goal, eight assists, 69 blocked shots and 34 hits. However, he has begun the 2023-24 campaign as Buffalo's eighth defenseman. Barring injuries, the 25-year-old defender could be sitting in the press box for a while.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thoughts on Sabres roster cuts: Zach Benson sticks around; Jacob Bryson over Riley Stillman Some thoughts on Buffalo’s initial 23-man roster and why the decision to keep Bryson and waive both Stillman and Clague is a head-scratcher.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Snags helper Monday Bryson registered an assist in Monday's 3-2 defeat to Edmonton.

Impact Bryson finally ended his 26-game pointless streak that stretched back to Dec. 7 versus Columbus. Still, if the 25-year-old blueliner can pick up at least one more point this season, he'll match his career best of 10 set last season. GIven his lack of offensive upside, Bryson shouldn't be expected to offer more than low-end fantasy value moving forward.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Bryson Scores His First of the Season in 5-1 Win ' Buffalo Sabres

MARCH 3, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Returns to active roster Bryson was promoted to the active roster Tuesday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Bryson has more or less become a regular in the lineup for the Sabres. Tuesday's game versus the Devils is his fourth straight appearance.

APRIL 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to taxi squad Bryson was assigned to Buffalo's taxi squad Sunday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Bryson has appeared in three straight games with the Sabres, picking up two helpers over that span, so he'll likely return to the active roster ahead of Tuesday's game versus New Jersey.

APRIL 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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