Anderson stopped 27 of 28 shots in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Quality of opponent aside, Anderson was impressive in his first game since Nov. 2. His shutout was spoiled by Shayne Gostisbehere's power-play tally midway through the third period. Anderson was out for 33 games with an upper-body injury, but he returned at just the right time, as the Sabres are dealing with a handful of injuries to goalies. The 40-year-old is 5-2-0 through seven appearances. He's posted a 2.28 GAA and a .927 save percentage, and he should function as the Sabres' No. 1 goalie going forward. The team has not designated a starting goalie for Sunday's difficult road game in Colorado.

Anderson (upper body) was activated off injured reserve and the first goalie off at morning skate Saturday, indicating he'll start in Arizona, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson has posted a 4-2-0 record with a 2.50 GAA and a .921 save percentage over six appearances in 2021-22. The 40-year-old hasn't played in an NHL contest since Nov. 2. The Coyotes have been awful at home this season, earning a 5-14-1 record alongside bottom-five averages of 2.35 goals for and 27.1 shots on goal.

Anderson (upper body) is expected to travel with the team for its three-game road trip and will be available to at least serve as the backup, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the Sabres coming into a back-to-back versus the Coyotes and Avalanche on Saturday and Sunday, respectively, we could see Anderson get back onto the ice in one of those contests. If the veteran does get into the crease, it would be his first game action since Nov. 2 versus San Jose.

Anderson (upper body) is targeting the NHL All-Star break for his return to action, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Getting Anderson back would be a huge boost to the Sabers considering the team is stretched thin in goal thanks to extended absences for Malcolm Subban (upper body), Dustin Tokarski (COVID-19 protocols) and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Once given the green light, the veteran Anderson should be a lock to reclaim the starting job, especially considering how poorly Aaron Dell has performed this season (one win in 11 outings).

Anderson (upper body) -- who had been traveling with the team -- was downgraded to month-to-month by the Sabres on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson being with the team seemed to be an indication he was going to be ready to play soon; however, it appears the netminder won't be back in the lineup in the near term. The fact that Anderson is set to be out until at least January at this point likely led to the decision to trade for Malcolm Subban, who will split the duties with Aaron Dell for the time being.

Anderson (upper body) is with the Sabres' for their two-game road trip but remains limited to individual work, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The fact that Anderson has yet to practice with the team doesn't bode well for him playing in either of the club's upcoming two contests versus the Panthers and Hurricanes on Thursday and Saturday, respectively. Still, it's certainly a step in the right direction for the veteran netminder. Once given the green light, Anderson should reclaim his spot as the preferred choice between the pipes for Buffalo.

Anderson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Assuming the move was made retroactively, Anderson will be eligible to return whenever he's healthy. The 40-year-old has missed the last eight games and was recently labeled "week-to-week." He'll be out indefinitely until more information about his injury is available.

Buffalo's Friday injury report listed Anderson (upper body) as week-to-week.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson has already missed seven consecutive games with the upper-body injury and figures to be out until around the end of November, if not longer. Dustin Tokarski will likely be the starting goalie and Aaron Dell the backup until Anderson returns to the ice.

Anderson (upper body) will not suit up Thursday against the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson will miss his seventh straight game Thursday and it's unclear when Buffalo expects him to return. Dustin Tokarski will start Thursday while Aaron Dell dresses as the backup.

Anderson (upper body) remains out for Tuesday's game versus the Penguins, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Anderson has now missed six straight games with the injury. Dustin Tokarski will start Tuesday while Aaron Dell serves as the backup. Anderson's next chance to return is Thursday versus the Flames.