The Buffalo Sabres announced that interim head coach Don Granato and assistant coach Mark Ellis are self isolating in accordance with the NHL's COVID-19 protocols.

The team says general manager Kevyn Adams will be behind the bench against the Pittsburgh Penguins Thursday evening.

“In accordance with NHL COVID-19 Protocols, interim head coach Don Granato and interim assistant coach Mark Ellis are self-isolating and are unavailable  for tonight’s game in Pittsburgh. General manager Kevyn Adams will be on the bench tonight and will serve as head coach for the game. Adams will address the media on Zoom at 5:30 p.m," read a statement from the team.

The Sabres enter play Thursday winless in their last 15 games.