Tage Thompson injury: What happened to Buffalo Sabres center and how long will he be out for?

During the Sabres' game against the Devils on Friday, March 24, Buffalo Sabres star forward Tage Thompson collided with New Jersey Devils trade deadline acquisition Timo Meier.

Thompson appeared to be immediately affected by the collision, as the 25-year-old was hobbled to the bench during the first period of the game. He did, however, return to the ice during the second period, but the injury appeared to be lingering.

Tage Thompson #72 of the Buffalo Sabres battles for the puck against Auston Matthews #34 of the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on March 13, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Sabres defeated the Maple Leafs 4-3. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato spoke to the media following the game and provided an update on Thompson.

Don Granato said (via Buffalo Hockey Beat):

"It was clear and evident he could’ve not played the rest of that game the way he was moving. Two versions of Tage today, one was completely healthy and then all of a sudden, that happened that he was half speed from that point forward."

Tage Thompson had a goal in the Sabres' 5-4 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Friday. The injury status of the 25-year-old forward has not been revealed, and he is currently considered day-to-day.

Thomson is also questionable for the Sabres' next game against the New York Islanders on March 25. We'll have to wait for more information on Thompson's health from the Buffalo Sabres.

Tage Thompson scored his 100th NHL career goal on Firday

The 25-year-old Sabres forward scored his 100th NHL career goal against the New Jersey Devils on Friday, March 24. Thompson sprinted down the breakaway and converted an assist from Alex Touch into a wrist shot to score his 100th career goal at 7:08 of the first period.

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In terms of goals scored, Tage Thomson has been the Sabres' most valuable player this season. The 25-year-old has 89 points from 71 games played, including 44 goals and 45 assists. While his team, the Buffalo Sabres (34-31-6) are currently battling for the Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.

The Buffalo Sabres are scheduled to play the New York Islanders (37-27-9) who are currently leading the East Wild Card standings with 83 points. Tage Thompson's absence will be a significant blow to the Sabres as they compete for a playoff spot. The game is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. ET.