Buffalo Sabres defensemen Samuelsson and Zellweger sidelined by injuries

The Buffalo Sabres face defensive setbacks following a 5-1 preseason victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is expected to be out week-to-week due to a lower-body injury sustained after blocking a shot.

Additionally, Olen Zellweger has entered concussion protocol after taking a hit from Blue Jackets defenseman Carson Soucy. Zellweger, a significant offseason acquisition, is currently listed as day-to-day.

These injuries may force the Sabres to adjust their defensive pairings ahead of the regular season opener on October 1. Potential depth options include Ryan Johnson, Dennis Gilbert, and Radim Mrtka.