Jeff Skinner has rejoined the Buffalo Sabres' practice after being absent due to injury. The team's coach, Don Granato, expressed uncertainty about Skinner's readiness to play in the upcoming games against the Toronto Maple Leafs and the New York Rangers. While Skinner's return to practice is seen as a positive sign, his availability for the games remains uncertain. Granato also provided updates on other players, including Ryan Johnson and Zemgus Girgensons.
Don Granato said he was not sure yet if Jeff Skinner and Jordan Greenway are going to return to the lineup. Depends on how they responded to the skate. Zemgus Girgensons will not be back before the Christmas break. Granato said recently there was a chance for it, but not now.
Ryan Johnson is back in tonight, per Don Granato. #Sabres #relaxeveryone
Ryan Johnson will be in the Sabres’ lineup tonight vs. the Leafs, said Granato.
Don Granato says he's "not certain" Jeff Skinner and Jordan Greenway will play tonight. They're waiting for some more info. Zemgus Girgensons won't be ready by Saturday.
Don Granato said he’s “not certain” yet if Skinner and Greenway will be able to play vs. the Leafs. The Sabres will know more within the next few hours. As for Girgensons, he’s not an option to play tonight or Saturday vs. the Rangers.
Granato said there's still a possibility that Skinner and Greenway can play tonight. Girgensons is on the ice, but won't play until after the break.
Don Granato says Jeff Skinner getting back out there is a good sign and a start but they’ll see how the medical folks feel about him. Seeing him back with Thompson and Tuch certainly a very encouraging sign.
Don Granato says Jeff Skinner's progression looked good today but not a certainty he plays tomorrow. Hadn't spoken to the medical staff yet.
Granato said Skinner is in a progression so they still need to see if he'll be ready to play tomorrow. Skinner said he felt good at practice.
Granato not certain about Skinner for tomorrow but said his progression is positive (I say he plays). #Sabres
Jeff Skinner has rejoined the group at practice this morning
Jeff Skinner is back at practice this morning. No unexpected absences. https://t.co/Z7ioBhT7rv
Your obligatory picture of Jeff Skinner back at practice. #Sabres https://t.co/j3agRHdv3K