Afinogenov practices after being cleared by doctors
Maxim Afinogenov was one of the last Buffalo Sabres off the ice. He wiped the sweat from his face and managed a smile.
View ArticleSore groin keeps Afinogenov out of Sabres practice
Buffalo Sabres forward Maxim Afinogenov missed practice Monday because of a sore groin, but is expected to play in Buffalo's game at New Jersey on Tuesday.
View ArticleLydman practices, expected to return vs. Isles
Toni Lydman practiced for a second straight day Thursday and is expected to play against the Islanders on Friday after missing six games with an upper body injury.
View ArticleAfinogenov leaves practice early after aggravating groin injury
Sabres right wing Maxim Afinogenov's return from a slight groin tear was derailed when he left Monday's practice early after experiencing pain.
View ArticleSabres banged up as they prepare to host Rangers
Sabres center Michael Ryan will miss a few weeks because of a groin injury, and coach Lindy Ruff is concerned about several others who missed practice Friday.
View ArticleSabres' Hecht, Afinogenov could be back in lineup soon
Sabres center Jochen Hecht could be back from a pulled leg muscle as soon as Monday's game against Philadelphia, while injured forward Maxim Afinogenov may not be far behind.
View ArticleSabres' captain Rivet returning, but Afinogenov now out with groin injury
Buffalo Sabres captain Craig Rivet is ready to return after missing nearly a month with a shoulder injury, but forward Maxim Afinogenov is out indefinitely after hurting his groin last weekend.
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