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Zach Benson returns to practice as Sabres prepare for Senators

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 6:46 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Zach Benson returns to practice as Sabres prepare for Senators

Summary

Zach Benson returned to practice with the Buffalo Sabres on November 3, 2026, following a missed session that raised injury concerns. Head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed Benson is available to play against the Ottawa Senators on November 4. The Sabres will look to leverage his impact as they host a Senators team that has started the season strong. This comes as Buffalo also anticipates the return of other players, including Alex Lyon and Conor Timmins, who could contribute soon.

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Status Watch

•Zach Benson missed practice but returned on November 3.
•Head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed Benson is available for November 4 game.
•Konsta Helenius ruled out as week-to-week due to injury.
•Swelling injury concerns for other players like Alex Lyon and Conor Timmins.
•Sabres face Senators after returning from West Coast trip.

Latest Updates

6:46 AMYahoo Sports — Sabres Get Major Zach Benson Update After Missed Practice

What they're saying

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The Buffalo Sabres got some worrisome news on Monday. In addition to Konsta Helenius being ruled out as week-to-week, Zach Benson missed practice. It wasn’t necessarily an expected absence, and so it raised worries about a potential injury absence for the dynamic winger. Buffalo was returning home from a West Coast trip, and the Sabres […] The post Sabres Get Major Zach Benson Update After Missed Practice appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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