Buffalo head coach Lindy Ruff can send a strong message to start training camp by removing the 'A' from Samuelsson's sweater.
In February, Buffalo Sabres alternate captain Mattias Samuelsson stood idly by after New Jersey Devils forward Stefan Noesen delivered an elbow to the face of Tage Thompson. Now, as the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, is it time to reconsider the defenseman's leadership status?
Buffalo gave Samuelsson an 'A' ahead of last season as fellow blueliner Rasmus Dahlin took over the captaincy role.