| April 18, 2024 |
Samuelsson (shoulder) has been cleared to resume skating, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports Thursday. - 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. |
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| Feb. 6, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. - 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. |
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| Feb. 4, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) underwent surgery and will not return during the 2023-24 campaign. - 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. |
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| Jan. 26, 2024 |
Samuelsson is still undergoing medical imaging for his upper-body injury, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports Friday. - 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. |
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| Jan. 24, 2024 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) is banged up and won't play versus the Kings on Wednesday, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports. - 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. |
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| Jan. 20, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) is expected to be a game-time call Saturday versus the Lightning, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - 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. |
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| Jan. 17, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) isn't expected to be an option Wednesday versus Chicago, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News. - 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. |
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| Jan. 15, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) won't play Monday against the Sharks, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - 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. |
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| Jan. 13, 2024 |
Samuelsson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's contest against the Canucks. - Samuelsson appeared to take an elbow to the face from Vancouver's Filip Hronek early in the second period. The 23-year-old Samuelsson went into Saturday's game with seven points, 43 shots on goal, 83 blocked shots and 81 hits over 38 appearances this season. |
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| Dec. 15, 2023 |
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. - 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. |
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| Dec. 13, 2023 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) is good to play Wednesday versus Colorado. - 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. |
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| Dec. 11, 2023 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Arizona, according to Heather Engel of NHL.com. - 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. |
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| Nov. 27, 2023 |
Samuelsson (upper body) will be a game-time decision against the Rangers on Monday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - 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 took part in the morning skate alongside Rasmus Dahlin, which is an encouraging sign. |
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| Nov. 25, 2023 |
Samuelsson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's game versus the Devils. - 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. |
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| Nov. 11, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site. - 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 appearances this season. Samuelsson's return to action could bump Ryan Johnson from the lineup. |
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| Nov. 10, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) could be an option to face Minnesota on Friday. - Samuelsson currently remains on injured reserve but looks to be 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. |
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| Nov. 4, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site. - 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. |
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| Nov. 3, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) will not return to Friday's game against the Flyers. - 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. |
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| Oct. 27, 2023 |
Samuelsson logged an assist, two hits and six blocked shots in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Devils. - 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. |
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| Oct. 22, 2023 |
Samuelsson scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory over the Islanders. - It was a slick bit of business, as 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, and 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. |
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| Oct. 19, 2023 |
Samuelsson (upper body) will be in the lineup Thursday versus Calgary, according to Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550. - 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. |
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| Oct. 18, 2023 |
Samuelsson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, according to coach Don Granato told Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald. - 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. |
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| Oct. 17, 2023 |
Samuelsson left Tuesday's game with an upper-body injury. - 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. |
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| Sept. 21, 2023 |
Samuelsson (hand/knee) was on the ice Thursday for Buffalo's first practice of training camp, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - 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. |
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| April 16, 2023 |
Samuelsson had a broken hand and a sprained MCL down the stretch, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. - 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. |
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| April 13, 2023 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) will not dress for the Sabres' final two games of the season, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports. - 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. |
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| April 12, 2023 |
Samuelsson scored a goal on three shots in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Devils. - 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. |
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| March 31, 2023 |
Samuelsson (upper body) is in Friday's lineup against the Rangers, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - 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. |
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| March 12, 2023 |
Samuelsson is week-to-week with an upper-body injury, per Heather Engel of NHL.com. - It appears that Samuelsson aggravated an upper-body injury that sidelined him for two games earlier this month. The 22-year-old blueliner had been logging 21:54 per game on Buffalo's top pairing while tallying a goal, seven assists, 89 hits and 80 blocked shots through 48 games. With Rasmus Dahlin also day-to-day, Kale Clague and/or Jacob Bryson will likely slot back into the lineup. |
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| March 9, 2023 |
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. - 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. |
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| Jan. 30, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) practiced Monday and remains day-to-day, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. - Samuelsson's availability for Wednesday's matchup with Carolina hasn't been decided yet. He has sat out the past two games. If Samuelsson is unable to return, Kale Clague could be paired with Rasmus Dahlin again in Buffalo's final game before a nine-day break. |
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| Jan. 28, 2023 |
Samuelsson (lower body) will be a game-time decision Saturday against Minnesota, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - Samuelsson, who sat out Thursday's contest versus Winnipeg, took part in Saturday's morning skate. If he can't play, Kale Clague could slot in alongside Rasmus Dahlin again. |
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| Jan. 26, 2023 |
Samuelsson will miss Thursday's contest against Winnipeg because of a lower-body injury, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports. - Samuelsson has a goal and five points in 34 contests with the Sabres in 2022-23. He logged 21:38 of ice time in Tuesday's 5-3 win against St. Louis, but Samuelsson was injured during the game and didn't feel ready after Thursday's morning skate. Kale Clague, who last played Jan. 10, will draw into the lineup. |
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| Jan. 14, 2023 |
Samuelsson hasn't been much of a factor offensively this season with only one goal and two assists in 27 games. - Samuelsson scored his first career NHL goal against Detroit on Nov. 30 in his 64th appearance. He has contributed just one assist in his past 17 contests. Samuelsson has averaged the third-most minutes per game (22:22) on the Sabres this season, playing mostly on the top pairing with Rasmus Dahlin. He has been credited with 41 shots on goal, 46 blocks and 57 hits in 2022-23. |
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| Nov. 30, 2022 |
Samuelsson scored a goal on three shots and added four PIM in Wednesday's 5-4 shootout win over the Red Wings. - Samuelsson received a pass from Rasmus Dahlin and banked in a shot off Alex Nedeljkovic for the Sabres' go-ahead goal at 8:25 of the first period. The goal was Samuelsson's first in the NHL, coming in his 64th appearance over the course of three seasons. The 22-year-old has picked up both of his points this year in the last two games, and he's added a plus-10 rating, 17 shots on net, 20 hits and 20 blocked shots in 10 outings overall. |
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| Nov. 22, 2022 |
Samuelsson (knee) will return to the lineup Tuesday against Montreal. - Samuelsson is projected to be back on the top pairing with Rasmus Dahlin after missing the past 13 games. He has posted seven shots on goal, 11 blocks and 11 hits in five games this season. |
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| Nov. 21, 2022 |
Samuelsson (knee) is likely to return to the lineup Tuesday against Montreal. - Samuelsson, who has been out since Oct. 22, has been credited with seven shots on goal, 11 blocks and 11 hits in five games this year. He is still currently listed on injured reserve. |
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| Nov. 19, 2022 |
Samuelsson (knee) won't play Saturday against Toronto, Jourdon LaBarber of the Sabres' official site reports. - Samuelsson was paired with Henri Jokiharju during the morning skate, which sparked some speculation that he could return. However, coach Don Granato said afterward that the team won't be rushing Samuelsson back. The 22-year-old blueliner has been out since Oct. 22. |
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| Nov. 15, 2022 |
Samuelsson (knee) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice and could return to the lineup within two weeks, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports. - Samuelsson has been out since Oct. 22 with a right knee injury, and he needs more practice time before he can return to action. The 22-year-old blueliner is scoreless in five contests this season, logging 11 hits and 11 blocked shots after posting 10 assists in 42 games in 2021-22. |
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| Oct. 27, 2022 |
Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said Thursday that Samuelsson (lower body) will be out several weeks, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports. - Adams noted that Samuelsson had an MRI, and while he wasn't diagnosed with a more significant injury, the young defenseman will likely be out through at least mid-November and possibly longer. Henri Jokiharju (face) is also out of the lineup for a few weeks, so the Sabres could be interested in adding more depth on the blue line. |
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| Oct. 23, 2022 |
Samuelsson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Sunday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - In a corresponding move, the Sabres called up defenseman Kale Clague from the minors. Samuelsson was injured in Saturday's win over Vancouver, and will be unavailable for at least seven days. |
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| Oct. 22, 2022 |
Samuelsson suffered a lower-body injury during Saturday's game against Vancouver. - Samuelsson was helped off the ice after a collision with Vancouver's Curtis Lazar. Samuelsson appeared to be favoring his right knee, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. He logged 9:47 of ice time before exiting the game. |
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| Oct. 15, 2022 |
Samuelsson (lower body) will be in the lineup Saturday afternoon against Florida, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - Samuelsson was unable to complete Thursday's game versus the Senators after he blocked a shot late in Buffalo's 4-1 win. However, he is good to go for Saturday and will be back alongside Rasmus Dahlin on the top pairing. |
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| Oct. 13, 2022 |
Samuelsson (lower body) was unable to finish Thursday's game versus the Senators, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. - Samuelsson blocked a shot late in the third period of the contest and went to the locker room. It's unclear if he just didn't have enough time to shake it off or if he's dealing with a more significant issue. The 22-year-old's status should be updated before Saturday's game versus the Panthers. |
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| May 1, 2022 |
Samuelsson (ankle) will join AHL Rochester for the Calder Cup Playoffs, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports. - Samuelsson is reportedly dealing with a minor ankle issue, so it's unclear if he'll actually suit up during Rochester's postseason run. The 22-year-old notched 10 assists in 42 games with Buffalo this season and should be with the team to begin the 2022-23 campaign. |
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| April 15, 2022 |
Coach Don Granato is hopeful Samuelsson, who's dealing with an undisclosed injury, will be available for Saturday or Sunday's game versus Philadelphia, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports. - Samuelsson should return to a top-four role whenever he's given the green light to rejoin the lineup. The 22-year-old rookie has picked up nine helpers through 36 contests this season. |
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| April 14, 2022 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) is considered "hour-to-hour" ahead of Thursday night's game versus the Blues, John Vogl of The Athletic reports. - Samuelsson's status against St. Louis may boil down to a game-time decision. If Samuelsson's unable to go, look for Will Butcher to jump into the lineup. |
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| April 1, 2022 |
Samuelsson (undisclosed) will rejoin the lineup for Friday's game versus the Predators, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports. - Samuelsson is expected to slot into a second-pairing role following his one-game absence. The 22-year-old rookie has picked up six helpers through 29 contests this campaign. |
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| March 30, 2022 |
Samuelsson is not expected in the lineup against Winnipeg on Wednesday due to an undisclosed injury. - Samuelsson is officially labeled day-to-day according to coach Don Granato, so fantasy players shouldn't be expecting the defenseman to be sidelined long term. While the 22-year-old Pennsylvania native has yet to score an NHL goal in 41 career outings, he does have helpers in three of his last four games and could break through sooner rather than later once cleared to play. |
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| Feb. 8, 2022 |
Samuelsson was recalled from AHL Rochester on Tuesday. - Samuelsson has generated 15 points over 22 appearances with AHL Rochester this season. The 21-year-old has averaged 17:42 of ice time and been held without a point over his last five NHL games. |
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| Feb. 2, 2022 |
Samuelsson was assigned to AHL Rochester from the active roster Wednesday. - Samuelsson has averaged 18:59 of ice time and been held without a point over eight NHL games. The 21-year-old Pennsylvania native will rejoin AHL Rochester, where he has logged two goals and 13 assists over 20 appearances this season. |
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| Jan. 17, 2022 |
Samuelsson was recalled from AHL Rochester on Monday. - With two points in 12 NHL contests last season, Samuelsson's recall isn't likely to make much of a fantasy impact. He will make his season debut against Detroit on Monday. |
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| May 8, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 18:28 of ice time in the Sabres' 1-0 loss to the Penguins on Saturday. He took two shots and had a plus-minus of even for the game. |
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| May 6, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 21:07 of ice time in the Sabres' 8-4 loss to the Penguins on Thursday. He didn't take a shot and had a plus-minus of -2 for the game. |
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| May 4, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 21:43 of ice time in the Sabres' 4-3 shootout win over the Islanders on Tuesday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of -1 for the game. |
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| May 3, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 17:39 of ice time in the Sabres' 4-2 win over the Islanders on Monday. He took two shots and had a plus-minus of +1 for the game. |
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| May 1, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 15:11 of ice time in the Sabres' 6-2 loss to the Bruins on Saturday. He didn't take a shot and had a plus-minus of -3 for the game. |
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| April 29, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 22:16 of ice time in the Sabres' 5-2 loss to the Bruins on Thursday. He didn't take a shot and had a plus-minus of -1 for the game. |
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| April 27, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 19:27 of ice time in the Sabres' 3-1 loss to the Rangers on Tuesday. He didn't take a shot and had a plus-minus of even for the game. |
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| April 25, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 17:24 of ice time in the Sabres' 6-3 loss to the Rangers on Sunday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of -2 for the game. |
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| April 23, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had two assists in 19:09 of ice time in the Sabres' 6-4 win over the Bruins on Friday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of +2 for the game. Samuelsson now has two assists on the season. |
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| April 22, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 15:20 of ice time in the Sabres' 5-1 loss to the Bruins on Thursday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of -1 for the game. |
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| April 20, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 14:26 of ice time in the Sabres' 2-0 loss to the Bruins on Tuesday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of -1 for the game. |
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| April 18, 2021 |
Mattias Samuelsson had 14:12 of ice time in the Sabres' 4-2 win over the Penguins on Sunday. He took one shot and had a plus-minus of even for the game. |
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