Metsa scored the game-winning goal in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

The 27-year-old rookie pounced on a loose puck and gave the Sabres a 4-0 lead early in the third period, a goal that wound up being the game-winner after the Canucks staged a late rally. It was Metsa's first career NHL point in his 12th game, and he should continue to fill a bottom-pairing role while Conor Timmins (leg) and Michael Kesselring (lower body) remain on the shelf.

Metsa was recalled from AHL Rochester on Sunday, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Sabres assigned Noah Ostlund to the minors in a corresponding move. Metsa's recall provides Buffalo with a sixth defenseman ahead of Monday's road game against Calgary, but it's unclear if he will get a chance to play.

Metsa was sent to AHL Rochester on Monday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa was called up by the Sabres in mid-November, but he didn't appear in any games during his two-week stint in the NHL. He'll head back to the minors since Josh Norris (upper body) will return from injured reserve Monday against Winnipeg. Metsa should have a chance to see more consistent playing time with Rochester.

Metsa was called up from AHL Rochester on Monday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa spent the last few weeks in the minors, but he was on the ice for morning skate ahead of Monday's matchup against the Oilers, signaling that he's rejoined the NHL club. Metsa made four appearances for the Sabres earlier in the year, and he recorded no points, two blocked shots, a hit, a plus-3 rating and two PIM while averaging 8:49 of ice time.

Metsa logged three assists in AHL Rochester's 5-3 win over Bridgeport on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa is up to two goals and eight assists during his six-game point streak. The 27-year-old made his NHL debut earlier this season, logging four appearances while the Sabres were short on the blue line. He's continued to dominate on offense since his return to the AHL, and he could be in line for another call-up should the Sabres need extra defensive depth.

Metsa was assigned to AHL Rochester on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

During his first taste of NHL action, Metsa didn't earn a point in four appearances with Buffalo while contributing one shot on goal, two blocked shots, one hit and a plus-3 rating. His return to the minors opens a potential roster spot for the Sabres to activate Michael Kesselring (lower body) from injured reserve ahead of Tuesday's game against Columbus.

Metsa was recalled from AHL Rochester on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa hasn't yet made his NHL debut, but he'll join the Sabres to provide additional depth after Ryan Johnson was sent down Thursday. It's not yet clear whether Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) or Michael Kesselring (lower body) will be able to suit up Saturday against Florida, but Metsa will be a candidate to see playing time if they're sidelined.

Metsa was returned to AHL Rochester on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa was recalled Friday to fill out the Sabres' roster for their preseason finale against Pittsburgh. He has spent the last two seasons with the Amerks and is likely to spend most, if not all, of the 2025-26 campaign in the AHL.

Metsa was called up by the Sabres on Friday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Metsa will join the NHL club ahead of Friday's preseason finale against the Penguins since Radim Mrtka won't play due to an illness. Metsa hasn't yet made his NHL debut and will likely head back to the minors ahead of the regular season.