Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato has confirmed that winger Jack Quinn is expected to return to the lineup for tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators. Quinn had been recovering from an ankle injury since January 27, and his comeback to practice on March 26 was a positive development for the Sabres. While Quinn has had limited play time this season with 12 points in 17 games, his presence will be a valuable addition to the team’s lineup.
Though the Sabres face an uphill battle to secure a playoff spot with only 10 games remaining, Quinn’s return provides a glimmer of hope for a potential late-season surge. As they currently sit at 73 points, the Sabres will need to win nearly all of their remaining games to have any shot at reaching the playoffs. With the Eastern Conference standings tight and several teams ahead of them, the Sabres’ chances are slim, but not entirely impossible. The team’s final matchups include crucial games against competitors like the Capitals, Red Wings, and Devils, making each contest crucial in their playoff push.
It’s highly likely that the Sabres will end the season in disappointment, as they had hoped to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs as one of the league’s young teams. Despite the outcome, they aim to finish the season strong with Quinn returning to the lineup.
Quinn, who has only played 17 games so far, is looking to salvage what has been a somewhat disappointing season for him. At 22 years old, he is considered a valuable asset for the Sabres’ future and has shown potential in the few games he has played this season. It’s crucial for Quinn to build momentum for the team as they head into the offseason.
