Jordan Greenway practiced fully on Monday, marking a significant step in his recovery. The Buffalo Sabres forward is a potential player for Tuesday’s game against the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center in Buffalo. This game is slated to begin at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on MSGSN2 and MSG-B.
Greenway’s Return
This matchup could be Greenway’s first game since January 22. He was seen skating on the left wing with teammates Sam Carrick and Beck Malenstyn. This is the first time he has been assigned to a line since rejoining the Sabres on March 24.
Player Insights
Greenway expressed relief and excitement about his return. “It’s been a long journey,” he noted, reflecting on his recovery process. His progress has been encouraging, as he stated, “It has worked out up to now, and I’m feeling great.”
Coaching Perspective
Coach Lindy Ruff shared positive updates about Greenway’s condition. “He’s feeling a lot better,” Ruff said, attributing this improvement to Greenway’s participation in various non-practice physical drills. He emphasized that Greenway has been skating impressively well during these sessions.
Other Player Updates
- Noah Ostlund continues to skate but remains day-to-day due to an upper-body injury.
- The injury was sustained during a recent game against the Boston Bruins, which ended in a 4-3 overtime loss on March 25.
As the Sabres prepare for the upcoming clash, the potential return of Greenway provides a boost to their lineup against the Islanders. Fans will be eager to see how this pivotal game unfolds.
