Sabres activate captain Rasmus Dahlin from injured reserve for Friday's game

Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin will return from injured reserve for Friday's game against the Toronto Maple Leafs after missing over two weeks due to back spasms. Center Sam Lafferty is also healthy but his lineup status is uncertain. To activate both players, the Sabres will likely place winger Jordan Greenway on injured reserve due to a long-term injury requiring surgery. Ryan McLeod is a game-time decision with an undisclosed injury, which could affect Lafferty's return. Dahlin's absence has contributed to the Sabres' 11-game winless streak. His return marks the first time the team has a healthy blue line since November 11.