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Buffalo Sabres

Defenseman #23

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Height / Weight	6'4" / 227 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age)	Mar 14, 2000 (26)

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Season Stats

						SCORING
SEASON	TEAM	POS	GP	FPTS	GS	G	A	PTS	SOG	SH%	PPG	SHG	HAT	BLK	PIM	+/-
2020-21	BUF	D	12	44.0	1	0	2	2	10	0.0	0	0	0	10	4	-8
2021-22	BUF	D	42	203.0	8	0	10	10	44	0.0	0	0	0	60	16	-10
2022-23	BUF	D	55	300.3	13	2	8	10	76	2.6	0	0	0	91	20	+14
2023-24	BUF	D	41	225.3	19	1	6	7	44	2.3	0	0	0	86	26	+4
2024-25	BUF	D	62	291.9	25	4	10	14	52	7.7	0	0	0	93	22	+3
2025-26	BUF	D	78	629.2	56	13	28	41	109	11.9	0	1	0	154	28	+41
Career			290	1693.7	122	20	64	84	335	6.0	0	1	0	494	116	+44

Game Log

						SCORING
	TEAM	OPP	POS	FPTS	GS	G	A	PTS	SOG	SH%	PPG	SHG	HAT	BLK	PIM	+/-
Mar 25, 2026	BUF	BOS	D	8.4	1	0	0	0	1	0.0	0	0	0	3	0	-1
Mar 27, 2026	BUF	DET	D	0.0	1	0	0	0	0		0	0	0	0	0	-1
Mar 28, 2026	BUF	SEA	D	5.8	0	0	0	0	3	0.0	0	0	0	1	0	-1
Mar 31, 2026	BUF	NYI	D	9.1	0	0	1	1	1	0.0	0	0	0	2	2	0
Apr 2, 2026	BUF	OTT	D	12.8	0	1	0	1	2	50.0	0	0	0	1	0	0
Apr 4, 2026	BUF	WAS	D	5.6	1	0	0	0	2	0.0	0	0	0	2	2	+2
Apr 6, 2026	BUF	TB	D	2.8	0	0	0	0	1	0.0	0	0	0	1	0	+2
Apr 8, 2026	BUF	NYR	D	1.3	1	0	0	0	0		0	0	0	1	0	+1
Apr 9, 2026	BUF	CBJ	D	12.5	1	0	0	0	2	0.0	0	0	0	5	0	+2
Apr 13, 2026	BUF	CHI	D	1.3	1	0	0	0	0		0	0	0	1	0	+2
Last 10				59.6	6	1	1	2	12	8.3	0	0	0	17	4	+6

Sabres Lines

Even

POS	1ST	2ND	3RD	4TH
C	Peyton Krebs	Tyson Kozak	Josh Norris	Josh Dunne
LW	Tanner Pearson	Jordan Greenway	Zach Benson	Jordan Greenway
RW	Jack Quinn	Alex Tuch	Josh Doan	Beck Malenstyn
LD	Bowen Byram	Owen Power	Logan Stanley
RD	Conor Timmins	Luke Schenn	Michael Kesselring	Zach Metsa

Power Play

POS	1ST	2ND
PP1	Alex Tuch	Tanner Pearson
PP2	Josh Norris	Bowen Byram
PP3	Jack Quinn	Peyton Krebs
PP4	Josh Doan	Owen Power
PP5	Zach Benson	Zach Metsa

Mattias Samuelsson News

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Mattias Samuelsson a Game-Time Call Wednesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (illness) is a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup with the Boston Bruins, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. After missing practice on Tuesday due to illness, Samuelsson skated on Wednesday morning. Having Samuelsson available would be a big boost for the Sabres. The 26-year-old has taken huge strides this season, registering 39 points (12 goals, 27 assists), 97 SOG, 137 blocks, 110 hits, and a plus-35 rating. The six-year veteran had previously never managed more than 14 points in a single season. Conor Timmins (leg) is available on Wednesday and could be Samuelsson's replacement in the lineup. He has missed over three months due to a broken leg.

Mar 25

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Mattias Samuelsson in Concussion Protocol

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson entered concussion protocol after getting hurt in Friday's 5-0 loss to the New Jersey Devils. The 25-year-old exited the game in the third period after being bloodied by an elbow from Devils forward Timo Meier. Samuelsson mainly works as a stay-at-home defenseman, but he has reinvented his game in recent weeks, posting three goals and three assists over a seven-game stretch. For the season, Samuelsson has recorded 12 points (five goals, seven assists) in 22 games. He needs only three more points to set his new scoring record. Unfortunately, Samuelsson may have to wait a while to get the job done. Zach Metsa is expected to come into the lineup as Samuelsson's replacement.

Nov 29

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Mattias Samuelsson Out Week-to-Week

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) is week-to-week after aggravating his injury. The 25-year-old sustained an upper-body injury at practice last week and has been off the ice since Thursday. Buffalo begins its regular-season slate against the New York Rangers next Thursday, and Samuelsson will likely have a question mark hanging over him leading up to the game. If Samuelsson isn't ready for opening night, the Sabres will need Ryan Johnson or Jacob Bryson to step in. With Bowen Byram (undisclosed) also nursing an injury, the team might start the season without two of its backline regulars.

Sep 29

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Mattias Samuelsson Battling Upper-Body Injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) is doubtful for Saturday's preseason game against the Detroit Red Wings, Bill Hoppe of Buffalo Hockey Beat reports. The 25-year-old sat out Friday's practice with an upper-body injury. "We'll have him evaluated," Sabred head coach Lindy Ruff said after practice. "He had a good practice yesterday, and maybe that affected what's been bothering him." Samuelsson skated in a career-high 62 games last season, registering 14 points (four goals, 10 assists), 52 shots, 93 blocks, and 105 hits. He rarely contributes offensively, making Samuelsson a non-factor in fantasy hockey.

Sep 26

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Mattias Samuelsson Ruled Out For The Rest Of The Week

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (lower body) will not return to the lineup until after the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament break. He was sidelined for Tuesday's tilt against the Columbus Blue Jackets and has been placed on Injured Reserve, meaning Samuelsson will not be eligible to return to the active roster until after the tournament. The stay-at-home defenseman has recorded nine points (three goals, six assists), 39 shots, 55 blocks, and 57 hits in 35 outings this term. Connor Clifton, who returned from an illness, took Samuelsson's spot in the lineup on Tuesday.

Feb 5, 2025

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Mattias Samuelsson Returns To Sabres Lineup

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (illness) will return to the lineup on Wednesday against Carolina. Samuelsson has missed two games due to an illness and was initially considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup. He will replace Jacob Bryson in the lineup. Samuelsson is a stay-at-home defenseman who doesn't offer much on the offensive end. In 25 outings, he has collected five points (two goals, three assists). Without the puck, Samuelsson has recorded 34 blocks and 43 hits this term.

Jan 15, 2025

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Mattias Samuelsson Available On Wednesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (lower body) will return to the lineup for Wednesday's battle against the Rangers. He's available again after missing 12 games with a lower-body injury. Samuelsson is expected to work with Connor Clifton on the third defensive pairing, pushing Jacob Bryson out of the lineup. His game is very limited, so fantasy managers should ignore Samuelsson. In 13 appearances this season, Samuelsson has recorded one goal, 15 shots, 14 blocks, and 24 hits.

Dec 11, 2024

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Mattias Samuelsson Out Indefinitely

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (lower body) has been ruled out indefinitely by head coach Lindy Ruff. Following a three-game spell as a healthy scratch, Samuelsson was back in action against Montreal on Monday, but he sustained a lower-body injury. It's a fresh blow for the 24-year-old, whose season hasn't gone well. Samuelsson has registered one goal in 13 outings and carries a minus-two rating. Buffalo has placed Samuelsson on Injured Reserve. Dennis Gilbert is set to take over Samuelsson's role on the third defensive pairing. He's gone scoreless in four prior appearances this season, recording 10 penalty minutes, five blocks, and 11 hits.

Nov 13, 2024

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Mattias Samuelsson Injured On Monday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (lower body) was limited to 6:49 of ice time in Monday's 7-5 loss to Montreal. He was back in the lineup after sitting out three games as a healthy scratch, but unfortunately, Samuelsson's day at the office was very brief. The Swedish rearguard has managed one goal, 15 shots, 14 blocks, and 23 hits in 13 appearances this season. Henri Jokiharju and Dennis Gilbert are the candidates to step in for Samuelsson if he can't play on Thursday versus St. Louis.

Nov 11, 2024

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Mattias Samuelsson Rejoins Action Wednesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (undisclosed) will return from a one-game absence on Wednesday against Colorado. He sat out Monday's clash with Arizona after feeling "sore" during the morning skate. Ryan Johnson entered the lineup as his replacement and will likely have to make way for him on Wednesday. Samuelsson offers very little on the attacking front, but he plays a solid defensive game and has been a good source for blocks and hits for fantasy managers.

Dec 13, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Questionable Monday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (undisclosed) is questionable for Monday's action against Arizona. He left the morning skate early because he's feeling "sore," and it's unclear if Samuelsson will be able to push through the pain on Monday. The Swedish rearguard leads the Sabres with 52 blocks and 56 hits while having contributed one goal and two assists offensively in 25 outings. Ryan Johnson is expected to fill in for Samuelsson if he isn't available.

Dec 11, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson A Game-Time Call Monday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) is a game-time decision for Monday's matchup against the Rangers. He was forced to exit Saturday's clash with New Jersey early after taking a stick to the face. However, Samuelsson looks to be on a comeback trail, as he skated Monday morning, which is a good sign regarding his availability. The defensive-minded blue-liner gives a good balance to the Sabres' first defensive pairing, which also includes Rasmus Dahlin. Samuelsson has only three points (one goal, two assists) in 18 games this season, but he's been doing plenty of dirty work, amassing 41 hits and 37 blocks.

Nov 27, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Injured On Friday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson had to exit Friday's matchup against Philadelphia early due to a lower-body injury. He logged only four shifts and finished with 2:28 of ice time. There hasn't been an update on his status, but with Buffalo back in action Saturday against Toronto, it's likely Samuelsson will be forced to sit out at least one game. The 23-year-old has enjoyed a good start to the campaign, notching three points (one goal, two assists) in 11 games with 25 hits, 25 blocks, and a plus-four rating. He plays major minutes as Rasmus Dahlin's partner on the first defensive unit, and there's going to be a lot of extra shifts available for others if Samuelsson has to spend time on the sidelines.

Nov 4, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Good To Go Thursday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) has received the green light to play Thursday against Calgary. The Sabres finished Tuesday's 3-2 overtime victory versus the Lightning without him, but Samuelsson avoided serious injury and won't be forced to miss any games. The 23-year-old collected his first point of the season via an assist Tuesday, and he's also registered three shots on goal, seven blocks, and six hits with a plus-two rating in three games. Samuelsson will return to his usual role as Rasmus Dahlin's partner on the first defensive pairing.

Oct 19, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Exits Early Tuesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson failed to complete Tuesday's game against Tampa Bay, exiting with an upper-body injury. He collected his first point of the season in the contest via an assist and logged 17:38 of ice time before going down with the injury. Samuelsson, who plays as Rasmus Dahlin's partner on the first defensive pairing, also registered two blocks in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win. The 23-year-old has very little upside offensively, which severely limits his fantasy appeal, but he's been a vital cog for the team on the defensive end, and things would definitely get tough for the Sabres without him. Luckily for the team, it appears as though Samuelsson avoided serious injury and is currently considered day-to-day.

Oct 18, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Out On Monday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson will miss Monday's contest against the Oilers with a lower-body injury. Riley Stillman (upper body) is also out, so Kale Clague and Jacob Bryson are set to enter the lineup. Samuelsson has struck a great partnership with Rasmus Dahlin and has played a very effective game throughout the season, logging a plus-12 rating across 46 games. He has only eight points for the campaign, but Samuelsson's defensive numbers have been very strong, as he has registered 84 hits and 72 blocks.

Mar 6, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Available Again Wednesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (lower body) will return to the lineup for Wednesday's clash with the Hurricanes. A lower-body injury has kept the 22-year-old out for two games. Samuelsson boasts only five points for the year in 34 games and fantasy managers likely won't feel the effect of his return, but he's been a vital piece for the team and Buffalo's results tend to be completely different with him in the lineup. The Sabres have gone 22-9-3 this season with Samuelsson in action and 4-11-0 without him.

Feb 1, 2023

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Mattias Samuelsson Returns Tuesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (knee) will be back in action Tuesday against Montreal. He's returning after sitting out 13 games with a knee problem. The 22-year-old was a revelation early in the campaign and helped Buffalo to a nice start before getting injured. The team went 4-1-0 with Samuelsson in the lineup, but he now finds himself rejoining a team that has dropped eight games in a row. The young blue-liner failed to register any points in his first five outings of the campaign, but he was a solid plus-six and gave fantasy managers a nice amount of blocks and hits. Samuelsson heads straight back to the first defensive pairing to skate with the outstanding Rasmus Dahlin.

Nov 22, 2022

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Mattias Samuelsson Avoids Serious Injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson exited Saturday's 5-1 win over Vancouver with a lower-body injury, but he luckily managed to avoid serious injury. The young blue-liner, who has just inked a seven-year extension with the club, injured his right knee in a collision with Vancouver's Curtis Lazar and had to be helped off the ice. Samuelsson managed to log 9:47 of action before leaving, registering one shot and four hits with a plus-one rating. He's tallied 11 hits in total for the season and also boasts the same amount of blocks in five games. The 22-year-old has received a lot of praise for his mature play as a stay-at-home defenseman and the Sabres will be happy to know his injury isn't as bad as first feared.

Oct 23, 2022