Buffalo Sabres right wing Tage Thompson led the way during their 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Monday evening. Thompson would open the scoring in the first period as he beat Stuart Skinner with a wrist shot. Later in the third, Thompson would break the stalemate and score the game-winner. After seeing his three-game goal streak come to an end during his previous game on Saturday evening, Thompson returned to form on Monday and scored twice. Over his previous nine contests, the former 26th overall pick has scored seven goals and added one helper. Through 57 total games this season, Thompson has found the back of the net 33 times, added 23 helpers and totaled an impressive 178 shots on goal (3.1 shots on goal). He remains a must-start player and will look to kickstart another goal scoring streak on Wednesday against the Detroit Red Wings.
According to Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (concussion) "looks good" ahead of Saturday's contest against the Nashville Predators. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during the morning skate, but he is trending toward a return. The 27-year-old has missed the previous contest due to a concussion. However, he was able to fully participate during Friday's practice, which is a great sign. Before the injury, Thompson tallied an impressive 14 points over his last nine games. During this stretch, Thompson has scored seven goals and added seven helpers. He tallied 29 shots on goal, three hits, seven blocks, and held a +10 rating. If Thompson were to return, he would reclaim his spot on the top line and be a top target in DFS facing Nashville.
Tage Thompson Resumes Skating, Still In Concussion Protocol
According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (concussion) skated on his own Wednesday morning but is still in concussion protocol. Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Thompson "feels good" but would still need to pass through the protocol to return to action. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next contest on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators. The 27-year-old sat out during their contest against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday evening. Before his injury, Thompson tallied an impressive 14 points (seven goals and seven helpers) over his last nine contests. If Thompson were to miss his second straight contest, fantasy managers should expect Isak Rosen to continue to have a role on the top line.
According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) will not suit up on Tuesday evening to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. Thompson sustained this injury during their victory over the New Jersey Devils on Sunday evening. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next game on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators. This is their final game before the international break. Fantasy managers should expect Isak Rosen to take Thompson's spot on the top line. Over his previous nine games, Thompson has tallied 14 points (seven goals, seven helpers) while tallying 3.22 shots on goal per game with three hits and seven blocks. Rosen has appeared in only one game this season and should not be targeted in DFS competitions.
Tage Thompson "Good" Following Sunday's Early Exit
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (upper body) appears to have avoided serious injury in Sunday's 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils. With 5:11 played in the third period, Thompson was elbowed to the face by Devils forward Stefan Noesen and could not continue the game. However, Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters postgame that Thompson is "good" and "passed all the tests." This means that Thompson should not miss additional time. Before leaving Sunday's game, Thompson notched one goal and two assists, continuing his recent scoring surge. He has tallied seven goals and 14 points over his past nine appearances. The 27-year-old has managed 48 points (26 goals, 22 assists) in 47 games for the season.
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson scored a hat trick and added an assist during their 7-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday evening. Thompson would score his first goal in the opening frame on a slap shot. Later in the second, Thompson would find the back of the net with a wrist shot and would add the secondary assist on JJ Peterka's goal. In the final frame, Thompson would cap off the evening with his third goal on another wrist shot. The 27-year-old has tallied 10 points over his previous seven contests. During this span, Thompson has scored six goals and added four helpers. Before this hot stretch, Thompson tallied nine points over his last nine. Fantasy managers should continue to view the former first round selection as a must-start option in all formats while he continues to produce this elite scoring production.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) has announced that he's ready to rejoin the lineup on Wednesday against Minnesota. He has missed five games with a lower-body issue. Despite the absence, Thompson remains Buffalo's top goal-scorer with 11 markers. He's also collected seven assists in 16 games. Before exiting the lineup, Thompson scored in four consecutive games. His return will bump Ryan McLeod down to the third line. It's a blow to McLeod's fantasy value, but he has been effective in the role.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Friday versus Anaheim. Buffalo's top goal-scorer continues to work his way back from a lower-body injury and will get his next chance to return on Saturday when the team completes a back-to-back against San Jose. Ryan McLeod will continue to skate as the top-line center on Friday. He has posted two goals and one assist with six shots in the role in the three games Thompson has missed.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday against Los Angeles. Thompson practiced with the team on Monday but isn't ready to return to action. With Thompson on the shelf, the Sabres have lost their biggest goal threat. Thompson sits on 11 goals and 18 points with 16 games played. Ryan McLeod is centering the first line in Thompson's absence. He's had a good campaign and will enter Wednesday's action after amassing three points (two goals, one assist) across the past two games.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against St. Louis. He sustained a lower-body injury in Monday's matchup versus Montreal and needs more time to recover. It's possible Thompson will be ready to return on Saturday against Philadelphia. His absence on Thursday means that Buffalo will be without its top scorer. Thompson has tallied 18 points (11 goals, seven assists) in 16 games. Ryan McLeod will handle the top-line center duties on Thursday. He is not as big of a goal threat as Thompson but has also been active offensively, recording nine points (four goals, five assists) in 16 contests. Only five teams have given more goals than the Blues this season, meaning this is a good matchup for Buffalo's frontline.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) is considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's clash against St. Louis. The 27-year-old suffered a lower-body injury against Montreal on Monday but could still be an option for Thursday's game. Thompson is riding a four-game goal streak and boasts 18 points (11 goals, seven assists) through 16 outings. Ryan McLeod practiced on the top line in his absence on Wednesday, while Dylan Cozens could also get additional playing time if Thompson is sidelined on Thursday.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson suffered a lower-body injury Monday afternoon against Montreal. He was limited to 6:49 of ice time in the game. Before making an early exit, Thompson was able to extend his goal streak to four games. The 27-year-old is among the league's top goal-scorers this season with 11 markers. Additionally, Thompson has produced seven assists in 16 games. Ryan McLeod could land a top-six job if Thompson is forced to miss additional time. Buffalo returns to action on Thursday versus St. Louis.
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson provided the lone goal in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against the New Jersey Devils. He gave the Sabres the lead at the 8:18 mark in the second period, but the team's offense was lacking again, and Buffalo couldn't avenge Friday's 4-1 defeat. Thompson registered his first point of the year on Saturday and produced six shots on goal with a minus-one rating across this week's two games in Prague. He will be hoping to have a bounce-back campaign as Buffalo's first-line center. After flirting with the 100-point mark in 2022-23, Thompson tallied only 56 points (29 goals, 27 assists) in 71 outings last term.
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson erupted for four goals in Friday's 5-2 victory over New Jersey. With the Sabres two down, Thompson scored three straight goals and added an empty-netter in the final seconds to become the fourth active skater in the league with multiple four-goal games for his career. There had also previously been only three Sabres players with multiple four-goal efforts. Thompson has been on a nice late-season scoring surge, jumping to 26 goals and 49 points with 63 games played. He's had 14 points (eight goals, six assists) across his last 10 appearances.
Tage Thompson Continues Hot Stretch Versus Calgary
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson recorded a goal and an assist in Sunday's 4-1 road win against Calgary. He assisted JJ Peterka on the game-winning goal in the middle of the third frame and produced one of Buffalo's two empty-net goals. Thompson has been extremely sharp offensively lately, going on a five-game scoring streak and posting 10 points (four goals, six assists) in his past eight games. With a couple of struggling teams on the schedule waiting for him next, Thompson's hot stretch could very well continue. The 26-year-old has tallied 22 goals and 45 points in 61 games across the entire season.
Tage Thompson Expected To Be "OK" Following Early Exit
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson exited Thursday's clash with the Senators early with an undisclosed injury, but he appears to have escaped a serious injury. "Tage, I think, will be OK," Sabres head coach Don Granato said postgame. "But we'll find out." Granato was full of praise for Thompson, who potted two goals in a 5-3 win. The 26-year-old did the damage in 12:27 of action and with five shots on goal. Injuries have tried to slow down Thompson this season, but it's still been a decent campaign for him with 14 goals and 13 assists in 32 appearances. He's bagged 12 points in his past nine outings.
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) will be out week-to-week. Thompson was injured in Tuesday's contest against Boston, and it was initially unclear how much time he will miss due to the injury, but know we know that Buffalo expects to have him back in less than two months. "Less than a couple of months is what's expected," Sabres head coach Don Granato said on Wednesday. "It's more week-to-week. I don't have a targeted date for him yet." With Thompson out of commission, Dylan Cozens could get a chance to center the first line. Alex Tuch (upper body) is expected to be back Friday, which would allow Cozens to shift to center after skating on Thompson's right wing.
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) is facing a long-term absence after getting hurt in Tuesday's matchup against Boston. He exited the game after getting hit on his left wrist by a puck. Thompson also left in the first period when he suffered a cut from a skate blade but was able to return. "Tage is going to miss some time here, probably significant time, unfortunately," Sabres head coach Don Granato said postgame. "He fought through the first injury but couldn't fight through the second one. Credit to him to battle but it's unfortunate." Thompson had a big breakthrough last season with a 94-point campaign and has posted 12 points (six goals, six assists) through 16 outings in 2023-24.
Tage Thompson Totals Three Points In Wednesday's Win
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson extended his point streak to four games Wednesday with a goal and two assists in a 5-2 win at Philadelphia. The goal and his second assist came in the third period when Buffalo turned a tie game into a comfortable victory. It's the second three-point effort of Thompson's current scoring streak, and he has provided four goals and four assists in total during the run. The 26-year-old had a very prolific campaign a season ago, and Thompson appears to have regained his scoring form after opening the 2023-24 campaign with only one point in six games.
Tage Thompson Tallies Three Points In Tuesday's Win
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson came to life in Tuesday's matchup against Ottawa, recording two goals and an assist in a 6-4 win. He had a power-play helper on Alex Tuch's first goal of the season and scored the team's final two goals himself. Thompson, who had a monster year last term with 94 points in 78 games, was sitting on just one point through six outings this season before Tuesday's action. This will give him a bit of momentum, and we should start seeing Thompson regularly on the score sheet again.
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