Jason Zucker - NHL News & Rumors

3 Buffalo Sabres who could lose their lineup spot with Jason Zucker set to return The Buffalo Sabres are rolling as they have won eight straight now and will be looking to extend that win streak on their three-game road tr...

7 HOURS AGO • SABRENOISE.COM

Targeting post-Christmas return Zucker (lower body) might be back following the Christmas break, according to head coach Lindy Ruff, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports Wednesday.

Impact Zucker has been sidelined for the Sabres' last three games and is poised to miss at least four more, given his current timeline. Prior to his most recent absence, the veteran winger generated five goals and six assists in his last nine outings, including five power-play points. Once cleared to return, Zucker should fill a top-six role in addition to seeing minutes with the No. 1 power-play unit, though he'll need to be activated off injured reserve first.

DECEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

"Played One Hell Of A Game" | Lindy Ruff After OT Win In Edmonton | Buffalo Sabres

DECEMBER 10 • YOUTUBE

"Week To Week Right Now" | Lindy Ruff Gives Update On Jason Zucker's Injury | Buffalo Sabres

DECEMBER 10 • YOUTUBE

Moves to IR Zucker (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Buffalo recalled Isak Rosen from AHL Rochester in a corresponding move. Zucker will miss at least the next three games, starting with Tuesday's matchup against Edmonton, after landing on the IR list. However, he could be out for longer than that. He has contributed nine goals, 18 points, 49 shots on net and 22 hits across 21 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Facing stint on shelf Zucker sustained an undisclosed injury against the Flames on Monday and "will miss some time," according to head coach Lindy Ruff, per WGR Sports Radio 550.

Impact At this point, Zucker should probably be considered week-to-week, at least until the team provides a more definitive update regarding the nature and severity of his injury. Since returning from a long-term illness, the veteran winger has been lighting it up with five goals and six assists, including five power-play points, in his last nine outings. Fantasy managers can likely expect Zucker to be placed on injured reserve at some point.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will Jason Zucker Score a Goal vs. the Edmonton Oilers on December 9? - Bleacher Nation When the Buffalo Sabres meet the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday (at 9:00 PM ET), is Jason Zucker likely to score? We have stats and trends to he...

DECEMBER 9 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Sabres bring losing streak into matchup with the Oilers

The Buffalo Sabres head into the matchup against the Edmonton Oilers as losers of three in a row

DECEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Jason Zucker Scores Power Play Goal | Buffalo Sabres Lose To Winnipeg Jets | Highlights

DECEMBER 6 • YOUTUBE

"We Are Not Here For Moral Victories" | Jason Zucker After Buffalo Sabres Loss To Winnipeg Jets

DECEMBER 6 • YOUTUBE

Extends hot streak Zucker scored a power-play goal in Friday's 4-1 loss to the Jets.

Impact Zucker has found the back of the net in power-play situations in each of his last three games, and he remains one of the few reliable scoring options on the Sabres roster. He's up to nine goals and 16 points through 20 games this season.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres vs. Jets | NHL Highlights | December 05, 2025

DECEMBER 6 • YOUTUBE

Eric Comrie makes 34 saves in Jets' 4-1 victory over the Sabres

Eric Comrie made 34 saves, Kyle Connor scored his team-leading 15th goal and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 on Friday night to avenge a road loss to start the week

DECEMBER 6 • Associated Press

BUF@WPG: Comrie with a great save against Jason Zucker | Winnipeg Jets Eric Comrie (WPG) makes a save against Jason Zucker (BUF) at 01:15 of the Game

DECEMBER 6 • NHL.COM

Jason Zucker And Bowen Byram Score | Buffalo Sabres 5-2 Loss To Philadelphia Flyers | Highlights

DECEMBER 4 • YOUTUBE

Tallies on power play again Zucker scored a power-play goal on three shots and added two hits in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Flyers.

Impact Zucker has scored on the power play in back-to-back contests. He has four goals and four assists over seven outings since he returned from missing eight games due to an illness. The winger is up to eight goals, 15 points (six on the power play), 42 shots on net, 21 hits and a minus-7 rating through 19 appearances. Given his recent production, Zucker should have no trouble maintaining a top-six role and a spot on the top power-play unit.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Konecny, Cates, Brink each have goal and assist as Flyers beat Sabres 5-2 for 4th win in 5 games

Travis Konecny, Noah Cates and Bobby Brink each had a goal and an assist, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2 for their fourth win in five games

DECEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Nets power-play goal Zuckers scored a power-play goal, put two shots on goal and served two PIM in Monday's 5-1 win over the Jets.

Impact Zucker started the festivities for the Sabres in the team's five-goal night with a power-play goal less than three minutes into regulation. With the tally, the 33-year-old winger is up to seven goals, 14 points and 39 shots on net through 18 games this season. Since his return to the lineup from an illness, Zucker has seven points in his last six games and has seen top-six minutes. After the second-best offensive season of his career a year ago, he has been a difference maker for the Sabres, who have won four of their last six games with him back in the lineup. Zucker is top waiver-wire target in deep leagues and has solid streaming value in standard fantasy formats.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Norris scores twice in his return from injury to lead Sabres over Jets 5-1

Josh Norris scored two goals and added an assist in his first game back after aggravating an injury in the season opener and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 on Monday...

DECEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Scores, assists in loss Zucker recorded a goal and an assist in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the Penguins.

Impact Zucker continues to find ways to produce for the Sabres, who saw the end of their brief two-game winning run here. The 33-year-old forward missed eight games due to an illness but has been excellent since returning, cracking the scoresheet in each of his last three outings and tallying six points (two goals, four helpers) in that span.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

NHL Highlights | Sabres vs. Penguins - November 26, 2025

NOVEMBER 27 • YOUTUBE

Strong 3rd period pushes Penguins past Sabres, 4-2

Bryan Rust and Kevin Hayes scored in the third period and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak

NOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Zach Benson's imminent return presents the Buffalo Sabres with difficult line decisions On Friday, the Buffalo Sabres got Jason Zucker back after missing eight games, and he delivered with three points against the Chicago Blackh...

NOVEMBER 22 • SABRENOISE.COM

Posts three points in return Zucker had one goal, two assists, two hits and a plus-3 rating in Friday's 9-3 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Zucker returned to the lineup after an eight-game absence due to an illness, and the left winger delivered an impressive outing while skating alongside Ryan McLeod and Jack Quinn in the second line. This was Zucker's second multi-point game of the season, and he's expected to continue holding a steady role on offense as long as he continues to hold a top-six forward role.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Doan scores twice, Tuch adds 4 assists to help Sabres rout Blackhawks 9-3

Josh Doan scored twice for his second multi-goal game of the season, Alex Tuch had a career-high four assists and the Buffalo Sabres routed the Chicago Blackhawks 9-3 on Friday nig...

NOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press

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Sabres bring losing streak into matchup with the Oilers

Eric Comrie makes 34 saves in Jets' 4-1 victory over the Sabres

Konecny, Cates, Brink each have goal and assist as Flyers beat Sabres 5-2 for 4th win in 5 games

Josh Norris scores twice in his return from injury to lead Sabres over Jets 5-1

Strong 3rd period pushes Penguins past Sabres, 4-2

Doan scores twice, Tuch adds 4 assists to help Sabres rout Blackhawks 9-3