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3 major takeaways from Buffalo Sabres training camp – Thursday

By Sion Fawkes

ELMONT, NEW YORK - MARCH 07: Casey Mittelstadt #37 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the New York Islanders at the UBS Arena on March 07, 2023 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
ELMONT, NEW YORK - MARCH 07: Casey Mittelstadt #37 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the New York Islanders at the UBS Arena on March 07, 2023 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) /
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TORONTO, CANADA – MARCH 13: Jack Quinn #22 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on March 13, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Sabres defeated the Maple Leafs 4-3. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images) /

2 – The Jack Quinn Situation

Jack Quinn could return to the Buffalo Sabres lineup in January, but there is also a chance that he could be out even longer, mainly as a precaution.

"“Quinn faced a six-month timeline to return once he had the procedure in late June, but he won’t necessarily be cleared to play by January. The Sabres will be cautious with Quinn, especially with the nature of his injury.” – Lance Lysowski, via Buffalo News"

The Blue and Gold are playing this correctly, as the last thing Quinn needs is a setback if he’s rushed back into the lineup. If he can make it back and be cleared in January, then great, but it would be better if the Sabres eased him back.

There is too much talent in the prospects pool to rush Quinn – not that he should be rushed regardless, but the Sabres have a few prospects who could step in as a stopgap right now. Or, if Kevyn Adams and the front office don’t feel any of their prospects are ready to take the next step, then they can always sign a forward to a one-year deal.

In other words, there are options here, and the Sabres are wise enough to realize that they don’t need to rush Quinn or even a prospect if the situation doesn’t call for it. Once again, if a prospect shows up and proves they can step in, then great. If not, go out, sign a free agent forward, and go from there.

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