Latest News About Sam Carrick

Here’s the latest on Sam Carrick based on recent reporting:

• Carrick was nearing a return for Buffalo Sabres in early May 2026 after an arm injury in late March, with him skating in practice and considered “on the cusp” of being available for the playoffs [news outlet: The Hockey News, May 5, 2026; The Hockey News, May 7, 2026]. This suggests a potential depth boost if he can re-enter the lineup for the second round against the Montreal Canadiens [The Hockey News: May 5, 2026; May 7, 2026].
• Earlier updates in March indicated Carrick sustained a left-arm injury that could sideline him for four to eight weeks, leaving his return timeline uncertain at that time [CBS Sports, March 31, 2026].
• In late 2025, Carrick had been listed as set to play for the Rangers in December 2025, though the current context is Buffalo; this indicates his career has included multiple teams and role changes, with recent focus on Buffalo’s playoff push [CBS Sports, December 28, 2025].

If you’d like, I can pull the latest detailed articles from specific outlets or summarize a timeline of his injury status and projected return dates with sources. Would you prefer a focused recap from Buffalo Sabres coverage or a broader roundup from major sports outlets?

Citations:

• The Hockey News (May 5, 2026) [The Hockey News: Sabres Could Get Key Boost With Sam Carrick Closing In On Return]
• The Hockey News (May 7, 2026) [The Hockey News: Sam Carrick “On The Cusp” Of Being Available To Return]
• CBS Sports (March 31, 2026) [Sabres' Sam Carrick: Sustains left arm injury]