Per Heather Engel of NHL.com, Dahlin (back) returned to the ice Friday and is progressing, according to head coach Lindy Ruff.

EDGE Analysis

Dahlin has been missed on the Sabres' blue line, as he has four goals and 13 assists while averaging 24:42 of ice time over 25 games. Dahlin has already missed four games, and his return may not be imminent.