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MATTIAS SAMUELSSON
MATTIAS SAMUELSSON #23 - DEFENSE - BUFFALO SABRES
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"We Really Just Didn't Have Our Game Tonight" | Mattias Samuelsson on Loss | Buffalo Sabres
"We Really Just Didn't Have Our Game Tonight" | Mattias Samuelsson on Loss | Buffalo Sabres
3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE
Opens scoring in loss Samuelsson scored a goal, added four PIM and went minus-2 in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jackets.
Impact Samuelsson opened the scoring at 7:21 of the first period. The 26-year-old defenseman was listed on the first pairing but limited to 18:21 of ice time in his first game back from a lower-body injury sustained during the preseason. The defenseman was a surprise last year with 41 points, 109 shots, 132 hits, 154 blocked shots and a plus-41 rating over 78 regular-season games, all of which were career highs. His place in the top four is secure, but expecting that level of offense again may be asking too much.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Sabres vs. Blue Jackets | NHL Highlights | Oct 1, 2026
Sabres vs. Blue Jackets | NHL Highlights | Oct 1, 2026
OCTOBER 2 • YOUTUBE

Knies has 2 goals and an assist in Columbus debut as Blue Jackets beat Sabres 6-3

Matthew Knies had two goals and an assist in his Columbus debut and the Blue Jackets beat the Buffalo Sabres 6-3 on Thursday night for their first season-opening victory in five ye...
OCTOBER 2 • Associated Press
Playing Thursday Samuelsson (lower body) will be in the lineup against the Blue Jackets on Thursday, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
Impact Samuelsson racked up 13 goals and 28 assists in 78 regular-season games last year, blowing his previous career-best numbers out of the water. While the 26-year-old has found a way to offer offensive upside, it comes without a power-play role, which will likely prevent him from offering elite-level fantasy value.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jackets and Sabres meet for 2026 season opener

The Columbus Blue Jackets host the Buffalo Sabres for the season opener
SEPTEMBER 30 • Associated Press

Dahlin eager to build on last season after Atlantic-winning Sabres snapped 14-year playoff drought

Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin is ready to open his ninth NHL season with a clear head and a refreshed objective
SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press
Could be nearing return Head coach Lindy Ruff stated that Samuelsson (lower body) could return to practice Wednesday, per Joe Yerdon of Bleacher Report.
Impact Samuelsson suffered his lower-body injury early in the preseason, but he appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery, given his initial timetable for return of week-to-week. The 26-year-old blueliner had a breakout season in 2025-26, where he posted 13 goals, 41 points, 109 shots on net, 132 hits and 154 blocked shots across 78 regular-season contests. While he might take a step back in the goal-scoring department in 2026-27, he remains a well-rounded defensemen that is a valuable player to have in category-based fantasy formats. If he can log full practice ahead of his eligible return date from IR, Samuelsson might only miss a handful of games to start the upcoming season.
SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Shifted to IR Samuelsson (lower body) was moved to injured reserve by the Sabres on Monday.
Impact Samuelsson should probably be expected to miss the first two games of the season, though it could still be longer. Even with these early injury concerns, the 26-year-old blueliner should be capable of reproducing the 40-plus points her did in 2025-26.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Could return earlier than expected Head coach Lindy Ruff said Friday that Samuelsson (lower body) could return on the early end of his week-to-week timetable.
Impact Samuelsson suffered a lower-body injury during Tuesday's preseason game against the Blue Jackets and was labeled as week-to-week a day later. However, the 26-year-old told Ruff that he doesn't expect to be sidelined for long, so Samuelsson should be in the mix to return early in the regular season. Samuelsson's status for Thursday's Opening Night matchup remains in question, but it's encouraging that both Ruff and Samuelsson are downplaying the severity of the issue.
SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Lyon leaves early as Buffalo Sabres deal with another injury in a preseason game The Buffalo Sabres saw Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger leave early in the preseason game on Tuesday night against the Columbus Blue Ja...
SEPTEMBER 25 • SABRENOISE.COM
Buffalo Sabres may have to lean on 'PDO God' amid injury crisis The Sabres are already juggling their defense pairs after injuries to Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger, opening the door for other Buff...
SEPTEMBER 24 • SABRENOISE.COM
Lindy Ruff drops hint on who replaces Mattias Samuelsson on Sabres' top pair On Tuesday night, the Buffalo Sabres saw two key defensemen leave the game due to injuries. The good news is that head coach Lindy Ruff said...
SEPTEMBER 24 • SABRENOISE.COM

Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is listed as week to week with lower-body injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is listed as week to week with a lower-body injury, leaving him in jeopardy of missing the start of the season
SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press
Deemed week-to-week Samuelsson is considered week-to-week due to his lower-body injury, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports Wednesday.
Impact Given his timeline, Samuelsson seems unlikely to be ready to go for Opening Night against the Blue Jackets on Oct. 1. With the blueliner unavailable, Owen Power could see an uptick in power-play opportunities while Ryan Johnson and Zach Metsa could be in the mix for a spot on the 23-man roster.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Buffalo Sabres have two surprising reunion options after preseason injuries The Buffalo Sabres lost two key defensemen on Tuesday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, with Mattias Samuelsson suffering an injury a...
SEPTEMBER 23 • SABRENOISE.COM
Needs further evaluation Samuelsson (undisclosed) was injured in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Blue Jackets, and he'll be evaluated further Wednesday, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.
Impact Samuelsson was injured on a blocked shot in the second period. The 26-year-old defenseman's status should be updated prior to Thursday's preseason contest against the Red Wings, but expect the Sabres to be cautious with Samuelsson prior to the regular season.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Buffalo Sabres bank on Noah Ostlund's potential by signing 22-year-old to 8-year, $52.8M contract

The Buffalo Sabres are banking on forward Noah Ostlund’s potential by signing the 22-year-old to an eight-year, $52.8 million contract
SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press
Former player believes best is yet to come for Buffalo Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson Mattias Samuelsson had a breakout season with the Buffalo Sabres, but one former player thinks the defenseman has yet to peak. Recently, The...
SEPTEMBER 5 • SABRENOISE.COM
Rasmus Dahlin leads the list of Sabres defensemen approaching career milestones It was a career season for several Buffalo Sabres defensemen last year as Rasmus Dahlin set a career-high in points, and Mattias Samuelsson...
AUGUST 18 • SABRENOISE.COM
Mattias Samuelsson disrespected in NHL Network's Top 20 defensemen rankings On Sunday, the NHL Network announced its Top 20 defensemen entering the 2026-27 season. It wasn't at all surprising to see Rasmus Dahlin fin...
AUGUST 10 • SABRENOISE.COM
Owen Power trade rumors are a trap the Buffalo Sabres should avoid Entering last season, the Buffalo Sabres' blueline was talented, but it had yet to come together with questions for players like Mattias Sam...
JUNE 14 • SABRENOISE.COM
Mattias Samuelsson blows the roof off KeyBank Center And now we've got a game!
MAY 19 • HOCKEYFEED.COM
MassMutual's Dynamic Duo: Buffalo's Top D-Pair | NHL.com Mattias Samuelsson and Rasmus Dahlin have been chipping offensively, while shutting down Montreal's top line this series, presented by MassM...
MAY 18 • NHL.COM
Happy Birthday, Zach Benson‼️ | Benson Scores Go-Ahead Goal In Buffalo Sabres Game 4 Win | Playoffs
Happy Birthday, Zach Benson‼️ | Benson Scores Go-Ahead Goal In Buffalo Sabres Game 4 Win | Playoffs
MAY 13 • YOUTUBE
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