March 15, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (upper body) failed to complete Saturday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. He was injured in the second period when Kulich absorbed a big hit from Vegas forward Brett Howden. Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters that Kulich was doing "pretty good" after the game. However, it remains to be seen whether he will be healthy enough to play when Buffalo returns to action on Monday against the Boston Bruins. Kulich has amassed 12 goals and 19 points in 49 games during his rookie campaign.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Lance Lysowski
March 10, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (illness) will remain sidelined when the Sabres host the Edmonton Oilers on Monday evening. Kulich will now miss his second-straight contest. After appearing in just one NHL contest last season, the 20-year-old has flashed solid upside during his first full season. Before this illness, Kulich tallied three points (one goal) with 12 shots on goal, seven hits, and three blocked shots. Through 47 total contests, the former 28th overall selection in the 2022 NHL Draft has found the back of the net 12 times and added seven helpers. He has logged 101 shots on goal (2.1 per game) with 33 hits and 24 blocked shots. As a result, Jordan Greenway (illness) could enter the starting lineup this evening.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Lance Lysowski
March 8, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (illness) will not be in the lineup on Saturday against the Florida Panthers. He has been ruled out due to an illness. Buffalo may also be without Jordan Greenway and Jack Quinn, who are experiencing symptoms of an illness as well. Kulich has received heavy first-line usage recently. He has tallied 12 goals and 19 points in 47 games during his rookie year. Josh Dunne, who was recalled from the minors on Friday, is expected to replace Kulich in the lineup. Dunne has amassed 24 points (eight goals, 16 assists) and 44 penalty minutes in 54 AHL appearances this season.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Paul Hamilton
January 7, 2025
Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (lower body) was injured during Monday's overtime victory against the Washington Capitals. The 20-year-old logged just over five minutes of ice time before sustaining the injury. He tallied one hit, one shot on goal, and two penalty minutes. Head coach Lindy Ruff said Kulich will be evaluated on Tuesday. Fantasy managers in deeper formats should monitor his status leading up to Thursday's game against the Ottawa Senators. After playing in just one NHL contest last season, Kulich has found himself a full-time role in Buffalo this season. Across 31 contests, he has tallied nine points with 64 shots on goal while playing on the third line. Sam Lafferty or Jack Quinn may be candidates to move up to the third line if Kulich misses a period of time.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: NHL.com
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