Cody Franson (concussion) is still being kept off the ice and away from workouts, reports The Buffalo News.

Franson (concussion) is still being kept off the ice and away from workouts, reports The Buffalo News.

Analysis:

Franson has just 17 points in 59 games this season after being signed to provide some offense on the power play. He has not played since mid-February and his return before the end of the season seems unlikely. The Sabres have Carlo Colaiacovo and recent signee Casey Nelson rotating in the No. 6 spot, which means they won't be hurrying Franson's return.