Cleared to return to the Buffalo Sabres’ lineup after rigorous on-ice workouts with assistant coach Matt Ellis, Casey Mittelstadt centered Kyle Okposo and Rasmus Asplund during practice Friday in preparation for his first game since Jan. 30.
How Casey Mittelstadt's return could impact Sabres' lineup now, in the future
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Buffalo Sabres forwards Casey Mittelstadt (37), Jeff Skinner (53) and Kyle Okposo (21) wait for their shift against the Detroit Red Wings during the first period at KeyBank Center on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021.
Buffalo Sabres center Casey Mittelstadt (37) celebrates after scoring a goal against Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Joonas Korpisalo (70) in the first period at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
Buffalo Sabres right winger Alex Tuch (89) celebrates his goal with center Tage Thompson (72) in the second period.
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Out since midway through the Oct. 14 season opener, Mittelstadt might only be a few days away from returning.
Pleased with his connection with linemates Alex Tuch and Jeff Skinner, Thompson knows his goals will come soon.
