MICHAEL KESSELRING #7 - DEFENSE - SAN JOSE SHARKS
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#7 - DEFENSE - SAN JOSE SHARKS
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Surfaces on IR Kesselring (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.
Impact The Sabres recalled Zach Metsa from AHL Rochester in a corresponding move. Kesselring doesn't have a timeline for his return to the lineup after being injured in Saturday's 5-4 overtime win over Detroit. He hasn't earned a point in nine appearances this season while posting 10 shots on goal, nine blocked shots and seven hits.
NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Set for extended absence Kesselring (lower body) is undergoing further evaluation but is facing a long-term absence, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports Monday.
Impact Kesselring was out of action for the Sabres' first nine matches of the season due to a lower-body injury. It's not clear if this latest lower-body issue is related. Regardless, with Kesselring likely on the shelf for a while, Jacob Bryson is the most likely candidate to see increased minutes.
NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Lindy Ruff update on Michael Kesselring's injury puts damper on exciting Buffalo Sabres win The Buffalo Sabres put together an incredible comeback and were able to get their first road win of the season as they won 5-4 in overtime o...
NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SABRENOISE.COM
Dealing with lower-body injury Kesselring left Saturday's game versus the Red Wings due to a lower-body injury, and he may miss time, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports.
Impact Kesselring's status didn't look good according to the initial assessment provided by head coach Lindy Ruff, but more tests will be done. If Kesselring misses time, Jacob Bryson will likely slot back into the lineup, while Zac Jones could be brought up from AHL Rochester again to provide additional depth.
NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
"Giggling At Some Of Those Guys" | Michael Kesselring Says Former Team Chirps Him Hard | Sabres
NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • YOUTUBE
"WOAHHHH‼️" | Josh Doan Mic'd Up In Buffalo Sabres Game vs Utah Mammoth | Ostlund First NHL Goal
NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Clayton Keller's overtime goal gives Mammoth 2-1 win over Sabres

Clayton Keller scored 47 seconds into overtime to lift the Utah Mammoth to a 2-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night
NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press
Michael Kesselring Talks Moving To Buffalo, Shootouts, And Playing Against His Former Team
NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • YOUTUBE
Buffalo Sabres must change the defensive pairs before their next game against Boston For the first time all season, the Buffalo Sabres had all of their Top 6 defensemen as Michael Kesselring made his season debut. Up to this...
OCTOBER 29, 2025 • SABRENOISE.COM
Michael Kesselring Set To Make Buffalo Sabres Debut Against Blue Jackets | Coach Lindy Ruff Media
OCTOBER 28, 2025 • YOUTUBE
In lineup versus Jackets Kesselring (lower body) will be in action against Columbus on Tuesday, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports.
Impact Kesselring's return to the lineup will likely see Jacob Bryson (concussion) given at least one more game to fully recover. In 82 regular-season games for the Mammoth last year, the 25-year-old Kesselring notched seven goals and 22 assists, both career highs, while chipping in just three power-play points.
OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to return Tuesday Head coach Lindy Ruff said Monday that he anticipates Kesselring (lower body) playing Tuesday against the Blue Jackets, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
Impact The Sabres will wait to see how Kesselring fares during Tuesday's morning skate before officially determining his status, but he appears to be trending toward making his regular-season debut. The 25-year-old appeared in all 82 regular-season games for Utah last year, recording seven goals, 22 assists, 87 hits, 67 blocked shots and 89 PIM while averaging 17:41 of ice time.
OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
"He Looks Like Next Week" | Lindy Ruff On Michael Kesselring Injury Update | Buffalo Sabres
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • YOUTUBE
Buffalo Sabres lose key forward to injury against the Detroit Red Wings The Buffalo Sabres looked like they might be turning a corner in terms of injuries as Michael Kesselring was expected to start practicing in...
OCTOBER 23, 2025 • SABRENOISE.COM
Hoping to play soon Kesselring (lower body) is targeting a weekend return, perhaps Saturday's matchup with Toronto, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
Impact Kesselring was deemed a "longshot" to practice Thursday, which means he probably won't be ready to feature versus the Leafs on Friday. Once Kesselring is cleared to return, he figures to slot into the third-pairing role currently being filled by Zach Metsa -- though once Jacob Bryson (concussion) is cleared to play, Kesselring could find himself watching from the press box.
OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Metsa Called Up, Buffalo Scouting Chinakhov The Buffalo Sabres have dealt with numerous injuries to their blueline, and currently have veterans Mattias Samuelsson and Michael Kesselrin...
OCTOBER 17, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM
Sabres Injury Update: Benson Back, Others Progressing The Buffalo Sabres are hoping to get some of their injured players back on the ice. At practice at KeyBank Center on Tuesday, wingers Zach B...
OCTOBER 14, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM
Sabres Notes: Ellis Claimed On Waivers, Five Placed On IR The Buffalo Sabres got down to 23 players on Monday by placing four players expected to be regulars on injured reserve, but unexpectedly plu...
OCTOBER 7, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM
Lands on IR Kesselring (undisclosed) will start the 2025-26 season on injured reserve.
Impact Kesselring had already been ruled out for Opening Night against the Rangers on Thursday, and he'll now start the season on IR. The right-shot blueliner was deemed week-to-week by head coach Lindy Ruff on Friday. Jacob Bryson could see consistent ice time on the third pairing until Kesselring is ready to return.
OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Opening Night Kesselring (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's Opening Night matchup against the Rangers, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
Impact Kesselring sustained an undisclosed injury during Wednesday's preseason game against the Penguins, and head coach Lindy Ruff said Friday that Kesselring was considered week-to-week. Kesselring will officially be sidelined for at least one game to begin the regular season, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return.
OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Opening Night Kesselring (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's Opening Night matchup against the Rangers, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
Impact Kesselring sustained an undisclosed injury during Wednesday's preseason game against the Penguins, and head coach Lindy Ruff said Friday that Kesselring was considered week-to-week. Kesselring will officially be sidelined for at least one game to begin the regular season, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return.
OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres starting goalie Luukkonen expected to miss season opener with lower-body injury

Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff anticipated opening the season next week without starting goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who suffered a lower-body injury in his preseason debut
OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press
Considered week-to-week Head coach Lindy Ruff said Friday that Kesselring (undisclosed) is considered week-to-week, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.
Impact Kesselring sustained an undisclosed injury during Wednesday's exhibition matchup against the Penguins and had already been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against Pittsburgh. His return timetable suggests that he may not be ready for Opening Night, and he's slated to be re-evaluated in about a week.
OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out against Pens Kesselring (undisclosed) will miss Friday's preseason finale versus the Penguins, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
Impact Kesselring should make the Opening Night roster for the Sabres, though his undisclosed injury does muddy the waters a bit. With the team also dealing with injuries to Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) and Owen Power (strain), neither of whom is playing Friday, the situation on the blue line is a little murky right now.
OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
"Just Didn't Feel Right" | Lindy Ruff on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Leaving Game Early | Buffalo Sabres
OCTOBER 2, 2025 • YOUTUBE
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