Mattias Samuelsson - NHL News & Rumors

Lights lamp in Game 6 Samuelsson scored a goal in Friday's 4-1 win over the Bruins in Game 6 of the first-round series.

Impact Samuelsson isn't known for being a scoring-first defenseman, but he found the back of the net twice in the first-round series against Boston. He also added 19 hits and eight blocked shots, but he figures to take on a more defensive-minded role in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, regardless of whether the Sabres play Montreal or Tampa Bay.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres beat Bruins 4-1 in Game 6 to reach 2nd round for 1st time since 2007

Alex Tuch and Mattias Samuelsson scored in the first period, Zach Benson added another early in the third and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Friday night in Game...

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series

Bowen Byram scored a minute after Boston missed a penalty shot, and Alex Tuch broke a third-period tie to help Buffalo come from behind and beat the Bruins 3-1

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Arvidsson scores 2 and the Bruins beat the Sabres 4-2 to even first-round series at 1

Morgan Geekie bounced in a shot from beyond center as part of Boston’s three-goal second-period surge and the Bruins beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 to even their first-round playoff s...

APRIL 22 • Associated Press

Buffalo Sabres Defeat Boston Bruins 4-3 In Game 1 Of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

APRIL 21 • YOUTUBE

Sabres mark return to the playoffs by rallying to beat Bruins

Tage Thompson and the Buffalo Sabres entered their first-round series against Boston facing a myriad of questions over their lack of playoff experience

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Tage Thompson & Mattias Samuelsson After 4-3 Game 1 Win Over Boston Bruins | Buffalo Sabres

APRIL 20 • YOUTUBE

"Dogs Have To Be Dogs" | Rasmus Dahlin After Comeback Win In Game 1 Over Bruins | Buffalo Sabres

APRIL 20 • YOUTUBE

Wild Game 1 Comeback Win! | Sabres Beat Bruins 4-3 | Buffalo Sabres NHL Playoffs Game Highlights

APRIL 20 • YOUTUBE

Nets go-ahead goal Samuelsson scored a goal on two shots, added nine hits and blocked two shots in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Bruins in Game 1.

Impact Samuelsson had a career year in the regular season, but he faded a bit at the end with just seven points over his last 20 outings. In total, he had 13 goals and 41 points over 78 regular-season appearances. Samuelsson also logged 132 hits, 154 blocked shots and a plus-41 rating, so he'll provide some grit on the blue line in a top-four role.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Samuelsson (rest) participated in Saturday's practice ahead of Buffalo's playoff opener against Boston on Sunday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Samuelsson returned to the top pairing after skipping Wednesday's matchup against Dallas to get some additional rest. He had a career year offensively during the 2025-26 regular season, collecting 13 goals and 41 points in 78 appearances. He also added 109 shots on net, 154 blocked shots and 132 hits.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Samuelsson (rest) is out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Stars, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Samuelsson certainly earned some rest after producing 13 goals and 41 points over 78 outings in a breakout campaign. He also set career highs with 154 blocked shots, 132 hits, a plus-41 rating and 109 shots on goal. Samuelsson should be in his usual top-pairing role for Game 1 of the playoffs versus the Bruins.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tape Room: Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Samuelsson | NHL.com Jason Demers and Michael Del Zotto break down the Buffalo Sabres top defensive pair Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Samuelsson in the Tape Room

APRIL 14 • NHL.COM

Gets back in goal column Samuelsson scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Senators.

Impact Samuelsson opened the scoring at 8:49 of the second period. The defenseman has enjoyed a career year, but he's slowed down slightly with seven points and a plus-4 rating over his last 15 outings. Overall, he's still firmly in a top-four role, which has seen him earn 13 goals, 41 points, 104 shots on net, 126 hits, 44 blocked shots and a plus-32 rating over 73 appearances. His point total this year matches his combined total from the previous four seasons, which saw him skate in 200 contests.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 3 • YOUTUBE

Expected to play Wednesday Samuelsson (illness) is expected to be in the lineup Wednesday versus the Bruins.

Impact Samuelsson participated in the Sabres' morning skate, so it's not much of a surprise that he's able to play in this contest. He'll be in a top-pairing role alongside Rasmus Dahlin. Samuelsson has three helpers and seven blocked shots over his last four games.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Samuelsson (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup against Boston, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson missed Tuesday's practice session due to an illness, but he felt better Wednesday morning and was on the ice for the Sabres' morning skate. He'll be evaluated in the hours leading up to puck drop, but he seems to be trending in the right direction. Samuelsson has recorded points in three of his last four appearances, logging three assists, seven blocked shots, two PIM, a hit and a plus-4 rating while averaging 21:20 of ice time across that span.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Buffalo faces Boston in Atlantic Division play

The Buffalo Sabres take on the Boston Bruins in a matchup of Atlantic Division teams

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

Dealing with illness Samuelsson (illness) was absent from Tuesday's practice, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson still could be available for Wednesday's game against Boston. He has accumulated 12 goals, 39 points, 97 shots on net, 137 blocked shots and 110 hits across 68 appearances this season. If Samuelsson can't play versus the Bruins, Luke Schenn or Michael Kesselring could draw into the lineup.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in return Samuelsson posted an assist and three blocked shots in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Samuelsson missed one game due to an undisclosed injury, sitting out Saturday versus the Maple Leafs. He had 22:20 of ice time Tuesday, so he looks good enough to handle his usual top-four minutes. Samuelsson is up to 37 points (12 goals, 25 helpers), 95 shots on net, 133 blocked shots, 109 hits and a plus-32 rating over 65 appearances in what's been an impressive breakout campaign.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Samuelsson (undisclosed) is expected to be in the lineup Tuesday versus the Golden Knights, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Samuelsson missed one game due to the injury. He'll return to his usual top-four role with a spot on the penalty kill. The 26-year-old has had a career year on offense, but he has earned just two points over his last 10 outings.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Samuelsson (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Toronto, according to Jourdon LaBarber of the Sabres' official site.

Impact Samuelsson didn't participate in Friday's practice and skipped Saturday's well-attended optional morning skate. He has produced 12 goals, 36 points, 94 shots on net, 130 blocked shots and 109 hits across 64 appearances this season. With Samuelsson unlikely to play, Zach Metsa or Michael Kesselring could draw back into the lineup after being healthy scratches in Thursday's 5-1 win over Pittsburgh.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Leafs Samuelsson is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is questionable to face Toronto on Saturday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Samuelsson missed two games earlier in the year but has been a mainstay in the lineup ever since. In his 64 outings, the 25-year-old blueliner has set new personal bests in goals (12) and assists (24) while averaging a career-high 23:07 of ice time. If Samuelsson does miss out, Zach Metsa could step into the lineup in his stead.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dahlin rejects 'pest' label while driving the Sabres' turnaround despite personal worries back home

Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin has been more determined than ever in finally turning his team into a contender and in position to end an NHL-record 14-season playoff drought

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

Deposits empty-netter Samuelsson scored an empty-net goal, blocked three shots and went plus-3 in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact Samuelsson snapped a five-game point drought with the empty-netter. The 25-year-old defenseman has had an incredible campaign with 12 goals, 35 points, 89 shots on net, a plus-32 rating, 103 hits and 121 blocked shots. He's currently in a top-four role, but he would be the most likely player to see his ice time drop with the Sabres' acquisitions of Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn in a trade with the Jets on Thursday. That said, Samuelsson's success could help him keep his minutes while Stanley slots in on the third pairing once he gets into the lineup.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Sabres beat Bruins 4-1 in Game 6 to reach 2nd round for 1st time since 2007

Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series

Arvidsson scores 2 and the Bruins beat the Sabres 4-2 to even first-round series at 1

Sabres mark return to the playoffs by rallying to beat Bruins

Buffalo faces Boston in Atlantic Division play

Dahlin rejects 'pest' label while driving the Sabres' turnaround despite personal worries back home