NHL Report: Norris Likely to Miss Sabres Game Against Bruins

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The NHL injury report highlights a series of player evaluations and lineup news as teams prepare for upcoming games. The Buffalo Sabres are facing potential challenges due to injuries to key players, impacting their performance against rivals.

Norris Likely to Miss Sabres Game Against Bruins

Josh Norris of the Buffalo Sabres is not expected to participate in the game against the Boston Bruins. The matchup is set for Saturday at 7 p.m. ET. Norris is being assessed for an upper-body injury sustained during the third period of a 4-0 defeat against the New York Rangers in the season opener.

Head coach Lindy Ruff described the injury as new but resembling an oblique issue Norris encountered in the previous season.

Additional Sabres Injury Updates

In further injury news, Zach Benson will also sit out on Saturday due to complications from a puck-related incident during practice. He was hospitalized after taking a puck to the face on Wednesday. Ruff expressed optimism regarding Benson’s recovery, suggesting he might return to skating as early as tomorrow.

Josh Norris – Upper body injury, likely out against Bruins.
Zach Benson – Hospitalized but expected to return soon.

To fill the void left by Norris and Benson, the Sabres have recalled forward Josh Dunne from the Rochester Americans of the AHL.

Other Injury News from Around the NHL

In other league-related injury updates, Owen Power, a defenseman for the Sabres, missed the last game due to illness but will travel with the team to Boston. His participation in the game is uncertain.

The New York Rangers’ Vincent Trocheck sustained an upper-body injury during their win over the Sabres and did not finish the game. Coach Mike Sullivan has not provided further details, and an update is anticipated prior to their upcoming match against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Bruins Injury Report

The Boston Bruins are also dealing with injuries. Hampus Lindholm sustained a lower-body injury in a recent overtime victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, playing only 4:26 in the first period before being sidelined. Bruins coach Marco Sturm indicated that it is a minor issue and not related to any previous injuries.

Vincent Trocheck – Upper body injury, status unknown.
Hampus Lindholm – Minor lower body injury, expected to be okay.

As the NHL season progresses, these injuries could significantly impact team performances and playoff aspirations. Fans and teams alike will be closely monitoring updates as the situations develop.