Sabres’ Norris Faces Extended Absence Due to Upper-Body Injury Coach Confirms

NHL Forward Josh Norris Faces Extended Absence Due to Injury

Josh Norris Suffers Upper-Body Injury During Game Against New York Rangers

Buffalo Sabres’ center Josh Norris is expected to be sidelined for an extensive period following an upper-body injury sustained in a match with the New York Rangers, as confirmed by head coach Lindy Ruff. The injury, occurring last Thursday night, has left Norris unavailable for upcoming games.

Injury History and Impact on Playing Time

Josh Norris, 26, has been plagued by injuries throughout his career, including previous setbacks that occurred after joining the Sabres from the Ottawa Senators. Injuries have repeatedly affected his availability, as was the case last year when a torn oblique sidelined him for the season’s final month. This injury differs from past ones, yet it bears similarities that raise concerns about Norris’s long-term health.

Norris’s NHL Tenure Marred By Physical Setbacks

Throughout his six-year tenure in the NHL, Norris has experienced difficulties maintaining consistent game appearances. Having undergone three shoulder surgeries dating back to his college days at Michigan, he has only surpassed 56 games in a season once. Despite this, his performance last year included 21 goals and 35 points over 56 games. However, a late-season trade limited his contributions to merely three games with the Sabres.

Upcoming Matches for the Sabres

The absence of Norris adds further challenges for the Buffalo Sabres as they prepare for their next match against the Boston Bruins on Saturday. The team will need to adjust strategies to compensate for the loss of their key center.

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