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13 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Earns helper with move to top line Benson notched an assist in Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact The Sabres are in a brutal skid, so lines may shuffle frequently until they get on track. In Sunday's game, Benson was promoted to play alongside Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch, setting up the latter's goal at 2:46 of the first period. The 19-year-old Benson has four points over seven contests in December, giving him a total of 10 points, 34 shots on net and 28 PIM through 25 outings this season. He's talented, but he's often been limited to the middle six, so fantasy managers may want to wait and see if his top-line turn lasts more than a handful of games.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Buries goal Monday Benson scored a goal on two shots and added two PIM in Monday's 6-5 shootout loss to the Red Wings.

Impact Benson ended a 10-game goal drought with the tally. He had been warming up with four assists over his previous five contests, and he's now logged multiple shots on net in five of his last six games. The 19-year-old winger is up to four goals, five assists, 31 shots on net, 26 PIM and a minus-1 rating through 22 outings this season. Benson is seeing steady usage in the middle six.

DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper Thursday Benson posted an assist in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Jets.

Impact Benson has picked up four helpers over his last four contests. He's looked good on the second line alongside Dylan Cozens, who had the goal Benson assisted on in this game. The 19-year-old Benson is up to eight points, 27 shots on net, 10 hits, 24 PIM and a plus-1 rating through 20 appearances. He's still finding his way at the NHL level, though he's been able to maintain a middle-six role when healthy.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Two apples in defeat Benson posted two assists in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Canucks.

Impact Benson helped out on Bowen Byram's first-period marker before adding an assist on Alex Tuch's game-tying goal in the final frame. It was Benson's first point since Nov. 14 and just his second multi-point effort of the season. The left-shot forward is only 19 years old, so it'll likely take some time before he starts producing at a consistent rate. Benson has logged three goals, three assists and a plus-1 rating through 17 contests.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

"We Really Wanted to Take Two" | Zach Benson After Overtime Loss to Vancouver

NOVEMBER 29 • YOUTUBE

"We Played a Really Strong Third" | Zach Benson On OT Win Over Blues

NOVEMBER 15 • YOUTUBE

Nets marker in win Benson scored his third goal of the season Thursday in a 4-3 overtime win over St. Louis.

Impact Benson tied the game at 1-1 in the first period, and he added four shots, one hit and a plus-2 rating in 17:21 of ice time. After being held off the scoresheet in his first seven outings while contending with a lower-body injury earlier in the season, Benson has produced three goals and an assist across a four-game span. The 19-year-old is currently occupying a top-line role and spot on the No. 2 power-play unit.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Benson using 'confidence' from rookie season to make impact in Year 2 with Sabres Looking ahead to faceoff ...

NOVEMBER 10 • BUFFALONEWS.COM

Pots goal Saturday Benson scored a goal in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over Calgary.

Impact Benson opened the scoring at the 1:11 mark of the first period to earn his third point and second goal in the last two games. He didn't have a point in seven appearances to begin the 2024-25 season, but the 19-year-old forward is starting to heat up offensively.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists Thursday Benson scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist in Thursday's 6-1 win over the Rangers.

Impact Benson had gone scoreless in his first seven appearances this season, but he snapped that drought in style, being only one of two Buffalo players who recorded multi-point efforts as the Sabres thrashed the Rangers at Madison Square Garden. The 19-year-old notched 30 points across 71 games as a rookie in 2023-24, and this might be the performance that can get him going following a slow start to the campaign.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Benson After Scoring In Buffalo Sabres' 6-1 Win Over New York Rangers At Madison Square Garden

NOVEMBER 8 • YOUTUBE

Good to play Tuesday Benson (lower body) is off injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Benson missed Buffalo's previous five games, but he's set to draw into the lineup for Tuesday's game against Ottawa. He'll likely serve on the second line alongside Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn. Benson has no points, a minus-4 rating and eight shots in six appearances in 2024-25.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Might play Tuesday Benson (lower body) is a "possibility" to suit up against the Senators on Tuesday according to head coach Lindy Ruff, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Benson should effectively be considered a game-time call to face Ottawa. In order to play, the youngster will need to be activated off injured reserve, which will be the clear indicator for fantasy players that Benson is playing. If he does remain on the shelf, look for Jiri Kulich to continue slotting into a second-line role.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next week Per Heather Engel of NHL.com, Benson (lower body) is a possibility to return to action next week, according to coach Lindy Ruff on Friday.

Impact Benson has missed the last three games and has been affected by the injury all season. He returned to the ice Friday and is feeling a lot better. Benson has yet to hit the scoresheet in six games this season, after he picked up 11 goals and 19 assists in 71 regular-season games as an 18-year-old rookie last season.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to IR Benson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Benson last played against Chicago on Oct. 19 and hasn't been skating. He can be activated when he's ready to return, but he will probably be out for a while longer. Benson has been held off the scoresheet in six games while contributing eight shots on goal and four blocked shots this season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Benson (lower body) will not play versus Detroit on Saturday, according to Heather Engel of NHL.com.

Impact Benson will sit out his second straight game as he has a lingering lower-body injury that has bothered him since the start of the season. The 19-year-old has been held without a point through six games this season. Consider Benson day-to-day at this time.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Still not practicing Benson (lower body) is not at practice Friday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Benson missed Tuesday's tilt versus Dallas, as he has been dealing with the injury since the start of the season and the Sabres just want him to regain his health. The 13th overall pick in 2023, Benson has yet to hit the scoresheet in six games, after picking up 11 goals and 30 points in 71 regular-season games as an 18-year-old rookie. Consider him questionable for Saturday's home game against Detroit.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Tuesday Benson will not play Tuesday against Dallas due to a lingering lower-body injury, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

Impact Benson has been dealing with his lower-body injury since the start of the campaign, and he'll miss his second game as a result. Jordan Greenway will draw into the lineup in a corresponding move. Benson has been held off the scoresheet through six contests while averaging 14:10 of ice time per game.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Missed it by THAT much! 😬

OCTOBER 11 • YOUTUBE

Set to play Thursday Benson (lower body) is expected to be in the lineup versus the Kings on Thursday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Benson was officially a game-time decision, but he took line rushes alongside Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch on the first line. The 19-year-old Benson will have a big opportunity in that spot Thursday, though it's likely a temporary gig while the Sabres await the return of John-Jason Peterka (concussion).

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Benson (lower body) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup against the Kings.

Impact Head coach Lindy Ruff said after Thursday's morning skate that the Sabres will warm up an extra player ahead of the game against the Kings, but he expects Benson to be available for the home opener. Over 71 appearances with Buffalo last year, he recorded 11 goals and 30 points while averaging 14:31 of ice time.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Might play Thursday Benson took part in Thursday's practice and might be available for the evening's game against LA, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact The Sabres are going to wait to see how Benson responds to the skate before making a determination, so he might end up being a game-time decision. If the 19-year-old is in the lineup, it will likely be as a member of the second line alongside Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn. Jiri Kulich, who logged 14:00 of ice time Saturday, might be a healthy scratch if Benson is available.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Might practice Tuesday Benson (lower body) is expected to practice Tuesday in the lead-up to a clash with the Kings on Thursday, WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

Impact Benson looks to be making strides and could still be an option to face Los Angeles. If he does miss that contest, it seems unlikely the 19-year-old winger will be out of action long-term. Once fully fit, Benson should be in the mix to reclaim a spot in the top six, though Jiri Kulich and Jason Zucker should also be in contention.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Benson missed Saturday's game against the Devils in Prague with a lower-body injury, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Impact Benson played through the injury Friday when he managed 17:23 of ice time including 4:32 on the power play. He was unable to go Saturday. The Sabres will face the Kings at home on Thursday. Consider the 19-year-old, who had 11 goals and 30 points in 71 regular-season games last season, day-to-day.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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