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Garners rare assist 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.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Samuelsson (undisclosed) is good to play Wednesday versus Colorado.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Samuelsson (undisclosed) will not suit up Monday against Arizona, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Samuelsson (undisclosed) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Arizona, according to Heather Engel of NHL.com.

Impact 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.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Samuelsson (upper body) is in Monday's lineup against the Rangers, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson suffered a minor injury Saturday against the Devils but he'll be back in the lineup without missing any time. The 23-year-old is averaging 19:27 of ice time per contest this season but has been held to just three points through 18 games.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Samuelsson (upper body) is expected to play Monday against the Rangers, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact 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 is projected to be back alongside Rasmus Dahlin in Monday's contest.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't finish Saturday's game Samuelsson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's game versus the Devils.

Impact Samuelsson was injured in the first period. The 23-year-old blueliner can likely be considered day-to-day until the Sabres provide another update. Samuelsson plays a mainly defensive role, so his potential absence likely won't impact fantasy formats much.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from IR Samuelsson (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Samuelsson appears to be good to go for Saturday's contest against Pittsburgh following a three-game absence. He has produced one goal, two assists, 25 blocked shots and 25 hits in 11 games this season. Samuelsson's return to action could bump Ryan Johnson from the lineup.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might return Friday Samuelsson (lower body) could be an option to face Minnesota on Friday.

Impact Samuelsson currently remains on injured reserve but looks near to returning to action. With a back-to-back on the schedule, it's possible Samuelsson could be in the lineup against Pittsburgh on Saturday even if he doesn't get clearance in time for Friday's tilt. Whenever the blueliner returns, Ryan Johnson could be relegated to a bench role or even sent back to AHL Rochester.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes on injured reserve Samuelsson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Friday Samuelsson (lower body) will not return to Friday's game against the Flyers.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Offers assist in loss Samuelsson logged an assist, two hits and six blocked shots in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Devils.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal a game-winner Samuelsson scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory over the Islanders.

Impact Samuelsson took a pass from Casey Mittelstadt late in the second period, danced around a defender into the high slot, and wired the pack past Semyon Varlamov. It was the 23-year-old blueliner's first goal of the season and just the third of his NHL career. Samuelsson has given the Sabres solid shifts so far, producing two points, five shots on goal, seven blocked shots, 10 hits and a plus-3 rating through five contests.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Playing Thursday Samuelsson (upper body) will be in the lineup Thursday versus Calgary, according to Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Samuelsson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, coach Don Granato told Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald on Wednesday.

Impact Samuelsson couldn't complete Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win over Tampa Bay because of the injury. He has an assist, six hits and seven blocks in three games with the Sabres this season. If he's not available Thursday versus Calgary, then Jacob Bryson might draw into the lineup and make his season debut.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Departs with upper-body injury Samuelsson left Tuesday's game with an upper-body injury.

Impact Samuelsson had an assist and two blocked shots in 17:36 of ice time prior to the injury. He's a defensive rock on the top pairing for the Sabres, so his absence will be felt on the ice, though not so much in fantasy. If he misses additional time, Jacob Bryson would likely draw into the lineup.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clear for camp Samuelsson (hand/knee) was on the ice Thursday for Buffalo's first practice of training camp, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson played through a broken hand and a sprained MCL prior to sitting out the final two games of the 2022-23 season. In 55 appearances last campaign, the 23-year-old blueliner earned 10 points, 76 shots on goal, 91 blocked shots and 107 hits. He is expected to be ready for the start of 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering from injuries Samuelsson had a broken hand and a sprained MCL down the stretch Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Samuelsson had been playing through the injuries prior to sitting out the final two games of the year. He will utilize the offseason to recover. Samuelsson earned 10 points, 76 shots on goal, 91 blocked shots and 107 hits in 55 games during the 2022-23 campaign.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Samuelsson (undisclosed) will not dress for the Sabres' final two games of the season, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

Impact Coach Don Granato made the announcement Thursday. Samuelsson will end the season with two goals, 10 points, 107 hits and 91 blocked shots in 55 games.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds scoresheet in loss Samuelsson scored a goal on three shots in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Devils.

Impact Samuelsson cut Buffalo's deficit to 4-2 in the third period, beating Vitek Vanecek with a wrist shot after Alex Tuch forced a turnover in the offensive zone. It's Samuelsson's second goal of the season and his first since Nov. 30. The 23-year-old defenseman has averaged 22:11 of ice time this season on the Sabres' top pairing, though he doesn't typically provide much offensively. Samuelsson now has 10 points in 55 games this season, matching a career high, with a plus-14 rating.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Samuelsson (upper body) is in Friday's lineup against the Rangers, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson will suit up for the first time since March 11 after missing the last eight games. The 23-year-old will skate in a top-pair role alongside Rasmus Dahlin. Samuelsson has eight points in 48 games this season.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Samuelsson (upper body) will be a game-time decision Friday versus the Rangers.

Impact Samuelsson was considered week-to-week after re-injuring his upper body ailment March 11, but he has improved enough to be considered a game-time decision Friday. Samuelsson has a goal, seven assists, 89 hits and 80 blocked shots in 48 games this season.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Samuelsson (upper body) is on track to return to the lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Stars, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

Impact Samuelsson is expected to skate on the top pairing versus Dallas. The 22-year-old defender has picked up eight points and a plus-12 rating while averaging 21:53 of ice time through 46 contests this campaign.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still day-to-day Samuelsson (upper body) is still day-to-day and won't play Tuesday against the Islanders, Jourdon LaBarber of the Sabres' official site reports.

Impact Samuelsson also sat out Monday's 3-2 loss to Edmonton. Jacob Bryson is slated to play alongside Rasmus Dahlin Tuesday against New York.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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