Ryan O'Reilly out indefinitely after appendectomy
Buffalo Sabres center Ryan O'Reilly is out indefinitely after undergoing an appendectomy over the holiday break, the team announced.
The procedure reportedly took place Dec. 25, according to Mike Harrington of the Buffalo News.
The injury isn't without precedent, as a few players suffered the same malady in recent memory. Max Pacioretty missed four games in 2013 following an appendectomy, while Jamie Benn was forced to sit five games in 2012.
More recently, Corey Crawford was sidelined for over three weeks.
O'Reilly's absence, therefore, may not be long term.
Bylsma said 10-14 days for ROR to get past the procedure and then start a return to play schedule. So probably a 3-week issue. #Sabres
— Mike Harrington (@ByMHarrington) December 27, 2016
In 25 games, he recorded seven goals and 11 assists as arguably one of Buffalo's most important players.