Rousek signed a two-year contract with HV71 of the Swedish Hockey League on Tuesday, per the club's press release.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek suited up in 17 games for the Sabres, with his last appearance with the team coming in 2023-24. This past season, the left-shot winger produced seven goals, 42 points and a plus-1 rating over 72 regular-season outings for AHL Rochester before adding two goals and eight points across seven playoff outings. A sixth-round pick in 2019, Rousek could come back to North America in the future if he performs well in the SHL.

Rousek was moved to waivers Sunday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek had 10 goals and 41 points in 51 games with AHL Rochester in the 2023-24 regular season. He will probably spend most of the 2024-25 campaign in the minors.

Rousek was reassigned to AHL Rochester on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek will finish his 2023-24 campaign in the minors with the Americans, who have already secured their spot in the Calder Cup playoffs. With the Sabres this season, the 24-year-old winger failed to find the back of the net in 15 appearances while registering just two assists, four shots and five hits. Looking ahead to next season, Rousek will likely see more game action, but fantasy players probably should still expect him to spend some time in the minors again.

Rousek (face) will be in the lineup Tuesday against Washington, per Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek has played nine games with the big club this year, recording two assists and four shots on goal. The 24-year-old will enter his third season next year and look to start on the big club following training camp next fall.

Rousek (face) won't play Saturday versus the Maple Leafs, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek was injured during Tuesday's practice and is set for a third straight absence. With Jack Quinn back in action, there's no guarantee there will be a spot for Rousek even when he's cleared to play again. The Sabres' next game is Tuesday against the Capitals.

Rousek (face) will not suit up Friday against New Jersey, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek was injured during Tuesday's practice and will now miss his second straight game. His next chance to get back in the lineup will be Saturday against Toronto.

Rousek (face) is expected to need a couple of days to recover after being injured in Tuesday's practice, coach Don Granato told Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550. The 24-year-old forward will consequently be unavailable Wednesday versus Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek has two assists in nine contests this season. Jack Quinn's expected return from a lower-body injury coincidentally corresponds with Rousek's exit from the lineup.

Rousek (face) is being evaluated after leaving Tuesday's practice, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek appeared to suffer a cut to his face during Tuesday's session. The 24-year-old forward has two assists and four shots on goal in nine NHL outings this season. If he can't play Wednesday versus Ottawa, Jack Quinn (lower body) or Tyson Jost (undisclosed) might be options to replace Rousek in the lineup.

Rousek was recalled from AHL Rochester and will rejoin the Sabres' lineup Saturday versus the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek has gone scoreless in six games at the NHL level this year after posting two points (one goal, one assist) in two games last season. The 24-year-old winger will slot into a fourth-line role alongside Tyson Jost and Victor Olofsson.

Rousek was assigned to AHL Rochester on Friday, per Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

EDGE Analysis

Rousek has only played six games for the Sabres this season and hasn't recorded a point. However, this might just be a paper transaction to make Rousek eligible for the AHL playoffs, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him back with the big club ahead of Saturday's game versus Edmonton.