As the Buffalo Sabres take on the Philadelphia Flyers, both teams will showcase their projected lineups in an exciting matchup. Here is a detailed look at the teams’ lineups, injuries, and notable player statuses ahead of the game.
Projected Lineups for Sabres vs. Flyers
Buffalo Sabres Lineup
- Zach Benson – Josh Norris – Tage Thompson
- Jason Zucker – Ryan McLeod – Jack Quinn
- Josh Doan – Noah Ostlund – Alex Tuch
- Jordan Greenway – Peyton Krebs – Beck Malenstyn
Defensemen
- Mattias Samuelsson – Rasmus Dahlin
- Bowen Byram – Conor Timmins
- Jacob Bryson – Owen Power
Goalies
- Colten Ellis
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
Unavailable Players
- Scratched: Alex Lyon, Tyson Kozak, Josh Dunne
- Injured: Michael Kesselring (lower body), Jiri Kulich (blood clot), Justin Danforth (lower body)
Philadelphia Flyers Lineup
- Matvei Michkov – Sean Couturier – Owen Tippett
- Trevor Zegras – Christian Dvorak – Travis Konecny
- Nikita Grebenkin – Noah Cates – Bobby Brink
- Nicolas Deslauriers – Rodrigo Abols – Garnet Hathaway
Defensemen
- Cam York – Travis Sanheim
- Emil Andrae – Jamie Drysdale
- Nick Seeler – Egor Zamula
Goalies
- Samuel Ersson
- Dan Vladar
Unavailable Players
- Scratched: Noah Juulsen, Carl Grundstrom
- Injured: Rasmus Ristolainen (triceps), Tyson Foerster (upper body)
Player Status Updates
Jordan Greenway was among five players who skated on Wednesday after missing Tuesday’s practice. Forward Tyson Kozak also participated in the morning skate alongside the team’s goalies.
Rasmus Ristolainen returned to practice for the first time since undergoing surgery on March 26 for a ruptured right triceps tendon. Although he is not yet cleared for contact, his recovery is progressing.
Tyson Foerster is anticipated to be sidelined for 2-3 months due to an injury sustained during a recent game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Additionally, Carl Grundstrom, recalled from the American Hockey League, is not expected to play against the Sabres.
This matchup promises to be an engaging encounter as both teams seek to enhance their standings. Fans can watch live at 7:30 p.m. ET on HBO MAX and TNT.
