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Sabres' Zach Benson: Might play Tuesday
Zach 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.Benson should effectively be considered a game-time call to face Ottawa. In order to play, the 19-year-old will need to be activated off injured reserve, which will be the clear indicator for fantasy managers that Benson is playing. If he does remain on the shelf, look for Jiri Kulich to continue slotting into a second-line role.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Could return next week
Per Heather Engel of NHL.com, Zach Benson (lower body) is a possibility to return to action next week, according to coach Lindy Ruff on Friday.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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Shifts to IR
Zach Benson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Not playing Saturday
Zach Benson (lower body) will not play versus Detroit on Saturday, according to Heather Engel of NHL.com.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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Still not practicing
Zach Benson (lower body) is not at practice Friday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.Benson missed Tuesday's tilt versus Dallas, as he has been dealing with the injury since the start of the season and the Buffalo 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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Not playing Tuesday
Zach Benson will not play Tuesday against Dallas due to a lingering lower-body injury, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.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 appearances while averaging 14:10 of ice time per game.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Set to play Thursday
Zach Benson (lower body) is expected to be in the lineup versus the Kings on Thursday, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.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 Buffalo Sabres await the return of John-Jason Peterka (concussion).
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Considered game-time decision
Zach Benson (lower body) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup against the Kings.Head coach Lindy Ruff said after Thursday's morning skate that the Buffalo 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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Might play Thursday
Zach Benson took part in Wednesday's practice and might be available for Thursday's game against LA, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.The Buffalo 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.
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Sabres' Zach Benson: Might practice Tuesday
Zach 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.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.
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