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The Buffalo Sabres and their fans had to wait to see one of their key offseason acquisitions take the ice this year, and now the team is set to be without him for a lengthy stretch of their schedule again.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / November 18

Sabres’ Michael Kesselring out ‘weeks’ with injury; Zach Benson ‘doing well’

BUFFALO – Sabres defenseman Michael Kesselring, who left Saturday’s game after suffering a lower-body injury, will be sidelined “an extended period of time,” coach Lindy Ruff said.

Buffalo Sabres News / Last Word On Sports / November 17

Buffalo Sabres Defenceman Going to Miss Time With Injury

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff announced Monday afternoon that defenceman Michael Kesselring is being evaluated for an injury he sustained against the Detroit Red Wings.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / November 17

Sabres’ Josh Norris, Jason Zucker skate with teammates; Michael Kesselring out injured

BUFFALO – Among the 1,300 or so players who participated in NHL preseason games, Sabres center Josh Norris stood out as perhaps the most dynamic performer.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 17

Sabres recall Zach Metsa, place Michael Kesselring on IR

The Sabres announced they’ve recalled defenseman Zach Metsa from AHL Rochester. They didn’t have an open roster spot but placed fellow rearguard Michael Kesselring on injured reserve to make one, according to Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Sabres’ Michael Kesselring sustains lower-body injury

The Buffalo Sabres could lose a recent acquisition to another injury. Defenseman Michael Kesselring was seen in a walking boot after Saturday night’s win over the Detroit Red Wings.

Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Beat / November 16

Sabres, Tage Thompson impose will in OT win; Michael Kesselring injured

BUFFALO – Early in Saturday’s overtime, Sabres center Tage Thompson used his 10-inch, 40-pound size advantage to knock Alex DeBrincat to the ice after the Detroit Red Wings star blocked his shot in the right circle.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / November 15

Sabres’ Michael Kesselring leaves game with lower-body injury

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Michael Kesselring left Saturday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings with a lower-body injury and did not return, according to head coach Lindy Ruff.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 15

‘I’ll Always Be Thankful’: Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring Make Emotional Return to Utah

It was the second game in franchise history for the Utah Hockey Club against the New York Islanders when Josh Doan scored his first goal with the team.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Michael Kesselring to make Sabres debut vs. Blue Jackets

The Buffalo Sabres face the Columbus Blue Jackets during Tuesday’s Frozen Frenzy, which features all 32 NHL teams. After a dreadful first three games of the season, Buffalo has won four of its last six to jump back into contention.

Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Sabres’ Michael Kesselring to make season debut against Blue Jackets

A team that’s one of the league’s hottest at home this season is getting some reinforcements. When speaking to the media, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff stated that defenseman Michael Kesselring is “good to go” and is expected to make his debut with his new team on Tuesday night, when the Sabres play host to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27

Sabres assign Zach Metsa, expected to activate Michael Kesselring

The Buffalo Sabres have assigned defenseman Zach Metsa to the AHL’s Rochester Americans. The move will open the roster space to activate defenseman Michael Kesselring off of injured reserve.

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Buffalo Sabres News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Sabres’ Luukkonen, Kesselring out week-to-week

A couple of key players in Western New York might not be in the starting lineup when the regular season gets underway. When speaking to the media on Friday, Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff revealed that goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and defenseman Michael Kesselring are out week-to-week.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 22

Recapping the Sabres’ Intrasquad Practice & Preseason Preview

To mix things up at training camp, the Buffalo Sabres decided to hold an intrasquad scrimmage at KeyBank Center. However, instead of the original team

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 8

Utah Mammoth’s 2024-25 Report Cards: Michael Kesselring

The inaugural season for the Utah Hockey Club (now the Utah Mammoth) is officially over. The team finished with a 38-31-13 record while their American Hockey League affiliate, the Tucson Roadrunners, finished with a 34-32-4-2 record, which was good enough for the seventh playoff spot in the Pacific Division.

Buffalo Sabres News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

Sabres’ Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring Could Be Surprise Game-Changers This Season

When the Buffalo Sabres traded for Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan on June 26, many people asked why the Sabres made the trade. It wasn’t because of who they got in return, but the fact that they had to trade away a 23-year-old 60-plus point scorer in J.J.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 27

A couple of Vegas Golden Knights could be staying put

TSN: After trading JJ Peterka Wednesday night, Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has another decision with pending RFA, left-handed defenseman Bowen Byram.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 26

Trade grades: Mammoth win for Utah in acquiring JJ Peterka

Utah acquired budding star JJ Peterka from Buffalo Wednesday night in exchange for defenseman Michael Kesselring and forward Josh Doan.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Sabres send forward JJ Peterka to Mammoth for pair of players

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NHL News / Oilersnation / March 18

Michael Kesselring’s lingering presence in Edmonton

It’s amazing the impact Michael Kesselring has had on the Edmonton Oilers especially when you consider he never played a game for them. There now exists a lingering fear that management has traded away the next Kesselring whenever a prospect is moved in a deal.

NHL News / Maple Leafs Daily / February 11

25-Year-Old Defenseman in Utah May Be Perfect Trade Target for Maple Leafs

If the Toronto Maple Leafs want to shore up their blueline before the playoffs, 25-year-old Utah defenseman Michael Kesselring may be the perfect trade target.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 12

Report: Leafs’ trade package for Scott Laughton could include a first or Fraser Minten

The Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly need to give up a package that could include either Fraser Minten or a 2026 first-round pick to acquire Philadelphia Flyers centre Scott Laughton.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / February 11

NHL Analyst Urges Maple Leafs to Acquire Underrated Defenseman

The Toronto Maple Leafs could address their blueline issues by going after a diamond in the rough in Utah defenseman Michael Kesselring. With all the talk about who the Maple Leafs will trade for come March 7 trade deadline, the team needs help in several spots and given how vital defense has been -- they should look towards adding a blueliner.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Why Michael Kesselring from Utah HC makes sense as a trade target for the Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ need to shore up their backend continues to increase with each passing day. The team may be within striking range of overtaking the Florida Panthers for the Atlantic Division crown, but its spot in the top three is on shaky ground.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / January 29

Utah HC Benefitting From Michael Kesselring Trade

On March 2, 2023, the Arizona Coyotes sent forward Nick Bjugstad to the Edmonton Oilers for defenseman Michael Kesselring and a 2023 third-round selection.

Utah Mammoth News / Daily Faceoff / October 26, 2024

Utah HC's Michael Kesselring breaks NHL Edge record for hardest shot

Kesselring also ranks among the league leaders in top skating speed at 22.29 mph.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 20, 2024

Michael Kesselring scores in OT to lift Utah past Bruins

Michael Kesselring buried a snap shot from the top of the right circle at 2:46 of overtime as the Utah Hockey Club came from behind to beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Saturday night in Salt Lake City.