Mattias Samuelsson - NHL News & Rumors

Placed on injured reserve Samuelsson (lower body), as expected, was designated for injured reserve Wednesday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Considering Samuelsson is expected to be out for weeks, it shouldn't come as a surprise to see him being shifted over to IR. With the open roster spot, the team added James Reimer off waivers and is currently carrying a trio of netminders. For his part, the 24-year-old Samuelsson hasn't offered much offensively this year, tallying just one point in 13 contests.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres defenseman Samuelsson out indefinitely with lower-body injury. Thompson, Luukkonen day to day

Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff says defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is out indefinitely with a lower-body injury

NOVEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Labeled week-to-week Samuelsson (lower body) is considered week-to-week, the Sabres announced Wednesday.

Impact Samuelsson isn't facing a short-term absence after head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters the blueliner would be out "weeks" according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News. Given his timeline, fantasy players can probably expect Samuelsson to be designated for injured reserve in the coming days in order to free up a roster spot. In his stead, look for Dennis Gilbert to see the biggest uptick in opportunities -- though Henri Jokiharju should also be in the mix.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing evaluation Tuesday Samuelsson, who sustained a lower-body injury in Monday's matchup with Montreal, will be further evaluated Tuesday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Samuelsson was playing in his first game back after being benched by head coach Lindy Ruff for the prior three games when he suffered his lower-body injury. The blueliner's stint in the press box didn't come as a huge surprise considering he has just one point in 13 appearances while also sporting a minus-2 rating. If Samuelsson can't play in Thursday's clash with St. Louis, look for Dennis Gilbert to rejoin the lineup -- though Henri Jokiharju should also be in the mix.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Monday's game Samuelsson (lower body) won't return to Monday's game against the Canadiens.

Impact After being a healthy scratch for three straight games, Samuelsson logged 6:49 of ice before getting injured in his return to the lineup. He entered Monday's matchup with one goal, 15 shots on net, 14 blocked shots and 23 hits in 12 appearances. If Samuelsson can't play Thursday, Dennis Gilbert or Henri Jokiharju will suit up versus St. Louis.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 11 • YOUTUBE

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NOVEMBER 6 • BUFFALONEWS.COM

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OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Tallies in Saturday's win Samuelsson scored a goal on four shots and levied four hits in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Panthers.

Impact Samuelsson is not a high scorer, as the 24-year-old typically features in more of a shutdown role. The goal was his first point through four games, and he's added six shots on net, 10 hits and six blocked shots while averaging 16:08 of ice time. Samuelsson should be a fixture in the lineup in 2024-25, but he's topped out at 10 points and 55 games over the first four seasons of his career, so there's little upside and significant injury risk involved in his play.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 13 • YOUTUBE

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OCTOBER 10 • YOUTUBE

Full participant Wednesday Samuelsson (shoulder) was a full go for Wednesday's training camp session, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starts skating Samuelsson (shoulder) has been cleared to resume skating, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports Thursday.

Impact 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 him down to the third pairing.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Samuelsson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact 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.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mattias Samuelsson out for rest of season with upper-body injury With Samuelsson out for the rest of the season, the Sabres have now lost two of their top young players for an extended period of time.

FEBRUARY 4 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sabres D Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) out for season Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson will miss the remainder of the season after he undergoes surgery to repair an upper-body injury...

FEBRUARY 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Sabres D Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) out for season Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson will miss the remainder of the season after he undergoes surgery to repair an upper-body injury...

FEBRUARY 4 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Done for the year Samuelsson (upper body) underwent surgery and will not return during the 2023-24 campaign.

Impact 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.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing MRI Samuelsson is still undergoing medical imaging for his upper-body injury, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports Friday.

Impact Samuelsson should probably be considered a long shot 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 brought during which he managed a mere 39 shots and three helpers.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Samuelsson (undisclosed) is banged up and won't play versus the Kings on Wednesday, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact 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 bye week.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Samuelsson (upper body) will suit up Saturday against the Lightning, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Samuelsson (upper body) is expected to be a game-time call Saturday versus the Lightning, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson missed the Sabres' last two contests after suffering an injury Jan. 13 against Vancouer. The 23-year-old blueliner has a goal, seven points and a plus-3 rating through 39 games this year. Samuelsson is expected to return to a top-pairing role alongside Rasmus Dahlin when healthy.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains day-to-day Samuelsson (upper body) isn't expected to be an option Wednesday versus Chicago, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Samuelsson (upper body) won't play Monday against the Sharks, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers upper-body injury Samuelsson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's contest against the Canucks.

Impact Samuelsson appeared to take an elbow to the face from Vancouver's Filip Hronek early in the second period. He went into Saturday's contest with seven points, 43 shots on goal, 83 blocked shots and 81 hits over 38 appearances this season.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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Sabres defenseman Samuelsson out indefinitely with lower-body injury. Thompson, Luukkonen day to day