November 23, 2008 Tim Connolly is dealing with a broken rib and not a "upper body-musculoskeletal" injury as the Sabres have been stating, according to the Buffalo News. An initial diagnosis of his ribs failed to reveal a crack.
Our View:The recovery time for the injury would be around two weeks, and from that point it's a matter of starting the season all over again and getting back into game shape. He shall remain stashed on fantasy rosters.
November 1, 2008 As expected, Tim Connolly has returned to the Sabres' lineup tonight following his recovery from a lower back injury, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:Connolly is a solid contributor to the power-play, and notably registered three game-winning goals last season. He is making his 2008 debut tonight.
November 1, 2008 The Buffalo News reports that Tim Connolly will make his season debut on Saturday. The forward is expected to skate on a line between Clarke MacArthur and Jason Pominville.
Our View:Connolly is recovered from a lower back injury. Last season, he had 40 points in 48 games. Similar production should be expected this season.
