Sabres Cut Former First-Rounder From NHL Roster

The Buffalo Sabres have sent down defenseman Ryan Johnson to the Rochester Americans.

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Johnson, 23, has been sidelined with a day-to-day lower-body injury. However, this roster move indicates that the Newport Beach, California is ready to return to the ice. He will now look to make an impact with the Amerks, as it will help his chances of being recalled by the Sabres.

The Buffalo Sabres have loaned defenseman Ryan Johnson to the Rochester Americans (AHL).

— Sabres PR (@SabresPR) October 4, 2024

The Sabres selected Johnson as the 31st overall pick of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. After spending four seasons with the University of Minnesota, the 6-foot-1 defender began his professional career last season. In 41 games with the Sabres, he had seven assists, 39 blocks, and a plus-3 rating.

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Johnson also played in 27 games with the Amerks in 2023-24, recording nine assists, six penalty minutes, and a plus-5 rating. He also had an assist in five playoff games for Rochester.