Jan 28, 2021; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel (9) warms up before a game against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
The Buffalo Sabres are currently on a COVID pause with nine players plus head coach Ralph Krueger presently in the NHL’s health and safety protocol. Due to this, the Sabres have had to reschedule numerous games so far.
Buffalo has not played in a game since January 31st vs. the New Jersey Devils. The Sabres were supposed to have a game this upcoming Thursday, but after adding two more players to the league’s health and safety protocol list, Buffalo is now looking at returning to play on Monday, February 15th, against the New York Islanders.