Frank Djurasevic

Sabres winger Jordan Greenway has resumed skating as he works his way back from an abdominal injury that has kept him out for the last 23 games, notes Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald.  His latest rehab has been much more successful than previous ones over the past couple of seasons which has him optimistic that he can be much more of a contributor heading into the playoffs.  When healthy this season, Greenway has been limited to just one goal and four assists in 33 games but when he’s at full strength, his track record demonstrates that he can be more of a two-way threat than just a penalty killer.  It stands to reason that Buffalo will still be careful with him when he gets the green light from team doctors but Greenway could be a useful addition for the Sabres down the stretch.

More from the Atlantic:

• The ever-growing absence list in Florida just got longer. Panthers head coach Paul Maurice told reporters today including Stefan Rosner of The Hockey News (Twitter link) that center Sam Bennett won’t play tonight against the Islanders.  He’s dealing with an undisclosed issue although Maurice added that it’s not concerning.  Bennett has had a career year offensively, recording 25 goals and 29 assists in 70 games this season, with a career-best ATOI of 18:29 as well.  His absence justifies the recent promotion of Jack Studnicka, who was recalled earlier today.
• The Maple Leafs have dipped into college free agency again. This time, their AHL affiliate announced that they’ve signed defenseman Frank Djurasevic to a two-year deal beginning next season.  The blueliner will still join the Marlies now, just on a tryout agreement.  Djurasevic had one year of eligibility remaining but instead will turn pro now.  This season, the 24-year-old saw his production get cut in half at the University of Maine.  In 2024-25, Djurasevic had 28 points in 37 games but he was limited to just 14 in 34 contests this season.