Mark Pysyk did not practice Friday and remains out with a lower-body injury, reports Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.

Pysyk did not practice Friday and remains out with a lower-body injury, reports Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.

Analysis:

Pysyk missed Thursday's game and he is doubtful for Saturday's game. He's been replaced in the lineup by Carlo Colaiacovo, who will form the third pairing with Cody Franson. There is no timetable for Pysyk's return. The 23-year-old defenseman has one assist in 18 games this season.