What’s old is new again in Buffalo.
Derek Grant, who the Sabres lost on waivers to Nashville last month, is back in the fold -- on Monday, the Sabres claimed him back from the Preds.
The 26-year-old appeared in six games during his brief spell in Nashville, registering a single assist. His departure coincided with the Preds acquiring veteran depth center Vern Fiddler in a trade with New Jersey over the weekend.
In his first go-round with the Sabres, Grant appeared in 35 games but failed to score a single goal, and had just three assists. Buffalo was disappointed to lose his services -- head coach Dan Bylsma later admitted the club was trying to sneak Grant through to AHL Rochester -- so it’s not surprising the Sabres were quick to jump on the chance to re-acquire him.