Norris scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Canadiens. He also added a hit and two blocked shots.
Norris opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, and now he's found the back of the net in two of the Habs' last three games. However, he logged just 14:30 of ice time and received only 44 seconds of power-play time, limiting his opportunities to contribute offensively. His recent scoring is encouraging, but the relatively modest workload could restrict his fantasy ceiling unless he starts to see more playing time on a regular basis. With just three points in Montreal's first nine games and currently skating as a bottom-six forward, however, Norris doesn't have a ton of upside outside of the deepest formats or the leagues that reward physical stats such as hits and blocked shots.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Good to go against Montreal
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Norris (concussion) will be in the lineup against Montreal on Saturday, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
Norris underwent concussion testing after Thursday's 5-4 overtime win over Toronto. He returned to the ice for Friday's optional practice and is good to go. Norris has one goal, one assist, eight shots on net, nine hits and five blocked shots in eight outings this season.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Enters concussion protocol
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Norris entered concussion protocol Thursday after sustaining the injury versus the Maple Leafs, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.
Norris could be facing an absence depending on further tests. The 27-year-old will be at risk of missing Saturday's game versus the Canadiens at a minimum. If Jiri Kulich (undisclosed) is also out, Tyson Kovak would likely draw into the Sabres' lineup.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Puts away goal
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Norris scored a goal, added two hits and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Canadiens.
Norris has struggled a bit to start the year, which landed him on the fourth line in the last two games. Now that he's got a goal, he could start to get back on track. The veteran center has two points, eight shots on net, eight hits, four blocked shots, four PIM and a minus-1 rating over seven appearances. Norris is still an option in deeper leagues thanks to his spot on the second power-play unit, but better players will be available on the waiver wire in standard formats.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Deposits empty-netter
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Norris scored an empty-net goal on two shots, added five hits and went plus-2 in Friday's 4-1 win over the Bruins in Game 6.
Norris had missed the previous three games due to an undisclosed injury. With the empty-netter, the 26-year-old center has earned his first career playoff point, coming in his third postseason game. The center should continue to see middle-six minutes and power-play time if he can remain healthy. He was limited to 34 points, 69 shots on net, 24 hits, 27 blocked shots and 28 PIM over 44 regular-season outings.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Available for Friday
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Norris (undisclosed) will be available for Game 6 on Friday, per Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550.
Norris has missed Buffalo's past three games due to the injury. He had 13 goals and 34 points in 44 regular-season appearances with the Sabres in 2025-26. Noah Ostlund is set to exit the lineup due to a lower-body injury, which coincides with Norris' expected return.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Might play Tuesday
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Norris (undisclosed) could be an option for Game 5 versus the Bruins on Tuesday after head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters, "Norris is going to skate (Monday). He could be available."
Norris has missed the Sabres' last two playoff contests due to his undisclosed injury. While he failed to produce a point in his first two postseason contests, the 26-year-old center had 13 goals and 21 assists in 44 regular-season outings this year. If Norris can return for Game 5, it would likely be in a middle-six role.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Picks up pair of helpers
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Norris logged two power-play assists, two hits and six PIM in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Islanders.
Norris has gone seven games without a goal, earning three assists and eight shots on net in that span. He is up to 27 points, 55 shots on net, 16 PIM and a plus-5 rating over 37 appearances in another year ravaged by injuries. Norris has primarily played in a third-line role recently.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Fills empty cage
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Norris scored an empty-net goal on five shots, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Golden Knights.
Norris tallied with 58 seconds left in the third period to give the Sabres some breathing room. He had gone a season-high four games without a point prior to Tuesday. The 26-year-old center is up to 10 goals, 24 points, 47 shots on net and a plus-2 rating through 30 appearances.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Throws down two goals in win
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Norris scored twice in a 6-2 win over Tampa Bay on Saturday.
Norris had two goals in a 2:03 span of the first period; his second stood as the game-winner. The Olympic break probably helped him tremendously. Norris missed 24 games due to an upper body injury earlier in the season, and he sat outthree weeks before the break because of a rib injury. Norris has eight goals, 12 assists and 33 shots in 22 contests this season.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Gathers assist Friday
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Norris logged an assist and three shots on goal in Friday's 3-2 win over the Panthers.
This was Norris' second game back from an injury to his ribs. The 26-year-old has operated in a middle-six role since his return, as well as seeing power-play time. He has potential to put up strong offense for the Sabres, but he'll need to stay healthy to do so. He's earned 18 points, 31 shots on net and an even plus-minus rating over 21 appearances.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Not yet ready to return
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Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Norris (ribs) is progressing in his recovery but won't play in Monday's game against the Panthers, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
Norris was upgraded to day-to-day last week, but he hasn't yet received the green light to return to game action. Following Monday's matchup, the Sabres have two more games on their schedule before the Olympic break, but it's not yet clear if the 26-year-old will be available Tuesday against the Lightning or Thursday against the Penguins.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Moves to IR
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Norris (ribs) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.
Norris is week-to-week and will miss his third straight game against Carolina on Monday. It's unclear when he will be available to return to the lineup. Norris has provided six goals, 17 points, 27 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and six hits in only 19 appearances this season.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Not playing Saturday
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Norris (ribs) has been ruled out of Saturday's clash versus Minnesota, according to Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald.
Norris took a cross-check to his ribs Wednesday against the Flyers and will miss his second straight game due to the injury. The talented, but injury-prone center, has six goals and 17 points in 19 games this season. He could return as early as Monday in Carolina.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Dealing with rib issue
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Norris took a cross-check to the ribs that knocked him out of Wednesday's game versus the Flyers, and he'll be evaluated Thursday prior to the Sabres' game against the Canadiens, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.
This confirms Norris avoided a concussion as well as any additional damage to his shoulder, which has been a concern throughout his career. Norris is likely day-to-day at this point, though his evaluation Thursday will provide more information about his status.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Sustains upper-body injury
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Norris (upper body) won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Flyers.
Norris was hurt in the second period, though he was able to pick up an assist before his exit. With a lack of additional details, it's fair to be concerned about Norris' status, given his lengthy history of injuries, particularly of the upper-body variety. It's unclear if he'll be able to suit up in Thursday's game versus the Canadiens.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Fills empty cage
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Norris scored an empty-net goal on four shots, blocked three shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Ducks.
The Ducks pushed late, but Norris slammed the door after Alex Tuch won a puck battle. Norris has two empty-net goals and four assists over his last seven contests. The 26-year-old is up to six goals, 16 points, 27 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 17 appearances. He should remain productive in a top-six role as long as he can stay healthy.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Scores equalizer in Sunday's win
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Norris scored a goal in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Devils.
Norris' tally early in the second period answered Jack Hughes' goal from the first. The 26-year-old Norris has gotten on the scoresheet in seven of his last eight games, racking up four goals and six assists in that span. He's in a second-line role and looking productive as long as he can avoid another lengthy injury absence.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Available Sunday
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Norris (illness) will suit up for Sunday's road matchup versus the Kraken, per Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News.
Norris will return to the lineup following a two-game absence. Prior to that short stint on the sidelines, Norris provided two goals and seven points across four contests after returning from an upper-body injury that cost him 24 games. The 26-year-old is expected to center the third line between Noah Ostlund and Alex Tuch on Sunday.
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Sabres' Josh Norris: Under the weather
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Norris missed Tuesday's game versus the Oilers due to both illness and soreness, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports.
Norris apparently isn't feeling well, though the soreness could be a lingering concern given his injury history. The 26-year-old can be considered day-to-day for now, and it's unclear if he'll play Thursday in Vancouver.
