Sabres' Robin Lehner: Won't dress for Thursday's contest

Lehner (illness) is "feeling better," but isn't well enough to suit up for Thursday's game against the Wild.

Analysis:

Anders Nilsson will start between the pipes against Minnesota, with Linus Ullmark serving as his backup for the contest. Sabres coach Dan Bylsma told reporters Thursday he's hopeful Lehner will be ready to return to practice Friday, indicating the Swedish goaltender may be ready to return to game action as soon as Saturday against Florida or Sunday against the Jets.