In most respects, Sean Malone is a veteran at development camp. He's now four years removed from his draft year, after all, and he's one of a handful of players at camp with NHL experience under his belt after making his debut with the Sabres at the end of last season.
In another sense, Malone's experience at this camp might be a bit unfamiliar. This is his first time being able to participate in on-ice activities at development camp since 2014, having undergone hip surgery in each of the last two offseasons.
"It's been a grind for me personally," Malone said. "The last two summers was just rehabbing pretty much. I wasn't able to skate. I'd get to school and start skating and try to get ready for the season. It's nice building up some strength over the offseason and actually feeling prepared going into the season."
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