Zellweger was hit hard by Columbus’ Carson Soucy with 1:35 to go in the second period and did not return for the third.

Mattias Samuelsson stands alone in one way this NHL season. The Buffalo Sabres' defenseman has a combination of goals and hits that hasn't been reached by any other blue-liner yet this season. The ...

Mattias Samuelsson was the main event in the Sabres' convincing 4-1 win over the Bruins. Timothy T. Ludwig / Imagn Images BUFFALO, N.Y. — Mattias Samuelsson knew what to expect. He’s been with the ...

Samuelsson, after blocking a shot in Tuesday’s preseason win, is considered week to week with a lower-body injury, while the offseason pickup Zellweger landed in concussion protocol from a big hit.

Tyler Seguin and Cale Makar could return during the NHL preseason, while Dan Vladar, Mattias Samuelsson and Artem Zub remain sidelined with injuries. Semyon Varlamov has also returned to NHL action.