Josh Norris Cleared to Play Wednesday After Rib Injury

Buffalo Sabres' center Josh Norris (ribs) has been cleared to return for Wednesday's game against New Jersey, head coach Lindy Ruff confirmed Monday. Norris had been sidelined since mid-January due to his rib injury but is now available for the team's first game post-Olympic break. In 19 appearances this season, he has recorded six goals, 11 assists, 11 blocked shots, and six hits, averaging 15:57 of ice time. His return provides a boost to the Sabres' lineup.