Injuries and transactions | Kulich to miss remainder of season

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March 6 – Kulich expected to miss remainder of season

Jiri Kulich was not cleared for contact after having his blood clots evaluated earlier this week and is expected to miss the remainder of the season, general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen said. 

"Our main concern, obviously, is his well-being and long-term health and, second, when he can be back as a hockey player," Kekäläinen said. "He’s progressing, but most likely he’ll be out for the season."

Kekäläinen said doctors are hopeful the issue will resolve in time for next season.

March 6 – Sabres add Pearson from Jets

The Sabres made their final pre-deadline move with the addition of forward Tanner Pearson from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a seventh-round draft pick in 2026. Read more.

March 6 – Sabres acquire Carrick from Rangers

Buffalo made a second trade to bolster its depth, this time adding forward Sam Carrick from the New York Rangers in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick and 2026 sixth-round pick. Read more about the deal here.

March 6 – Sabres acquire Schenn, Stanley from Jets

The Sabres made their first pre-deadline move early Friday morning, adding defensemen Luke Schenn and Logan Stanley from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for defenseman Jacob Bryson, forward Isak Rosen, a fourth-round pick in 2026 and a second-round pick in 2027.

Read more about the deal here.

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Injury report

Tyson Kozak, F (undisclosed) – Out since March 5

Kozak missed the Sabres' game in Pittsburgh on March 5 due to an injury, which coach Lindy Ruff described as "aggravation." He is considered day to day. - Last updated March 6

Jordan Greenway, F (middle body) – Out since Jan. 22

Greenway is trying a new treatment for his hernia injury, which has continued nagging him after two surgeries last season. It’s unclear when he’ll return to action, and he was placed on injured reserve Feb. 25. - Last updated Feb. 25

Conor Timmins, D (broken leg) – Out since Dec. 18

Timmins left the Sabres’ win over the Flyers on Dec. 18 late during the third period with a broken leg. He is currently skating but will need more time before joining the team for practice. - Last updated Feb. 18

Jiri Kulich, F (blood clot) – Out since Nov. 1

Kulich missed the team’s game on Nov. 1 due to an issue related to fluid in his ears. Coach Lindy Ruff announced on Nov. 10 that the issue was discovered to be related to a blood clot and that it would cause the forward to miss “significant time.” Jarmo Kekäläinen announced on March 6 that Kulich is expected to miss the remainder of the season. - Last updated March 6

Justin Danforth, F (lower body) – Out since Oct. 15

Danforth exited the Oct. 15 win with a lower-body injury - later announced to be a broken kneecap - after blocking a shot. He had surgery to repair the injury and began skating on his own in early January. He is currently skating "on and off" as he continues to deal with pain related to the injury. - Last updated March 2