Sabres update Numminen's condition after heart surgerySource: The Sports Network 'It is unclear how long it will take for Numminen to return to action, but he hopes to be on the ice as early as December.' Related posts: Sabres D Numminen's heart surgery termed successful Sabres D Numminen has successful heart surgery Sabres D Numminen intends to continue playing after heart surgery Sabres: Defenseman Teppo Numminen needs surgery to correct heart problem Like father, like son for Numminens