Lineup notes
The Sabres played Tuesday without forward Zach Benson, who sustained an upper-body injury the night prior in Florida. Coach Lindy Ruff said Benson was scheduled to be evaluated by team doctors on Wednesday.
Konsta Helenius, after being scratched in Florida, reentered the lineup in place of Benson in Tampa and had three hits, a blocked shot and the drawn penalty that led to Josh Doan’s go-ahead goal in the third period.
Josh Norris could also be an option at forward. Norris, out since mid-January with an upper-body injury, has been practicing with the team since last weekend and has not been ruled out for a return before the break.
Stay tuned for potential updates on Benson, Norris and more when Ruff meets with the media following the team’s 10:30 a.m. morning skate.