'“I’m humbled by the opportunity that I’m getting,” Ruff said. “I get a chance to do something that I wasn’t able to do as a player. Then I became the coach of the team and didn’t succeed with what I set out to do. And now, I’m getting one more opportunity, in which I really feel I’m blessed to have.”' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff becomes Sabres coach again a little grayer, wiser and more motivated to restore success
Returning coach Lindy Ruff wants current Sabres to experience what he did
'"There is some personal there for sure," Ruff said of the challenge. "Obviously, I've lived in this city and owned a house in this city since 1979. I think I understand from my playing days and coaching days, how great this city is when you have a successful hockey club. "It would mean a lot to have this group of players experience what i was able to as a player and as a … [Read more...] about Returning coach Lindy Ruff wants current Sabres to experience what he did
Lindy Ruff settled in Tuesday as new head coach of Sabres
'General manager Kevyn Adams says he spoke with many different candidates in the six days leading up to Ruff’s hiring, clarifying it was 10 or more potential candidates to be the next head coach of the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff settled in Tuesday as new head coach of Sabres
Alex Tuch excited to get to work under Lindy Ruff's tutelage
'"I'm really excited. I'm still around town, so I was able to come in and see the press conference in person. It's exciting," said Tuch on Tuesday after the team introduced Ruff as head coach again at KeyBank Center downtown. "I think growing up being a Sabres fan and watching Lindy behind the bench all those years, it's very nostalgic. Just super excited for the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Alex Tuch excited to get to work under Lindy Ruff’s tutelage
'I want them to love being a Buffalo Sabre': Lindy Ruff introduced as new Buffalo Sabres head coach
'"I want them to love playing here," Ruff said on Tuesday about what he wants from his players. "I want them to love playing for each other and I want them to love being a Buffalo Sabre for Sabre fans that I think are some of the greatest in the league."' … [Read more...] about ‘I want them to love being a Buffalo Sabre’: Lindy Ruff introduced as new Buffalo Sabres head coach
4 check: Sabres reintroduce Lindy Ruff
'A concept that coach Don Granato struggled to implement and explain during his disappointing final season behind the Sabres bench turned into a postseason theme. Granato was held to account for Buffalo’s inability to end the longest playoff drought in NHL, and several players spoke of the new for greater accountability in the dressing room during their exit interviews.' … [Read more...] about 4 check: Sabres reintroduce Lindy Ruff
Terry Pegula hails Lindy Ruff as ‘most competitive person I’ve ever met’
'“He may be the most competitive person I’ve ever met in my life,” Pegula said of Ruff. “Just go fishing with him and you may never go fishing with him again. He’s also never going to ask anyone to do something he wouldn’t do himself. So, I welcome Lindy as our next head coach.”' … [Read more...] about Terry Pegula hails Lindy Ruff as ‘most competitive person I’ve ever met’
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: Lindy Ruff ‘is here to win’
'“It is tremendous that Lindy has a long-storied history in the Buffalo Sabres. It is terrific that he is connected to the City of Buffalo and the Western New York community — but that’s really just an added bonus,” Adams said. “He’s the right person for this job, and I truly believe that he is the person that’s going to take us to the next level.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams: Lindy Ruff ‘is here to win’
Sabres introduce Lindy Ruff as head coach with eyes looking forward, not in the past
'Ruff compiled 571 wins with the Sabres from 1997-2013, a period which included the franchises' only trip to a Stanley Cup final in 1999. After Buffalo, Ruff spent four years as a head coach in Dallas, and most recently coached for four seasons in New Jersey, going to the playoffs twice with the Stars and once with the Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres introduce Lindy Ruff as head coach with eyes looking forward, not in the past
Sabres fans react to Lindy Ruff's return
'"Granato is a development coach. Lindy Ruff is someone who can push them to be the best they can be," Braden says, another hockey fan.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans react to Lindy Ruff’s return
Sabres re-introduce Lindy Ruff to Buffalo
'“It would mean a lot to have this group of players experience what I was able to experience as a player and as a coach,” Ruff told the Western New York media. “This building shook in some of the playoff series I was involved with. I can still remember the 8-0 Philadelphia win (in 2001) and sitting in the office and thinking, ‘The building is shaking’. My goal is to have this … [Read more...] about Sabres re-introduce Lindy Ruff to Buffalo
Ruff hopes to build on past success with Sabres
'"It would mean a lot to have this group of players experience what I was able to experience as a player and as a coach," Ruff said. "This building shook in some of the playoff series."' … [Read more...] about Ruff hopes to build on past success with Sabres
Ruff discusses Rochester's role in second stint as Sabres head coach
'I asked Ruff about the role the Rochester Americans will play. He said when he previously coached the Sabres, the Amerks were vital. Players came through Rochester and it translated to NHL success in Buffalo. Ruff said he'll be keeping a close eye on what the Amerks do in the playoffs starting Friday.' … [Read more...] about Ruff discusses Rochester’s role in second stint as Sabres head coach
Lindy Ruff on Sabres’ future: ‘The time is now’
'“I mean, Lindy Ruff would not be sitting up here if he did not believe this team could win. That’s why he’s here. He’s here to win,” Adams said. “The past is the past. That’s great. But this is about now. This is about the players in the locker room now. This is about the fans that come in here and can believe in something great. And that’s why he’s sitting here.”' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff on Sabres’ future: ‘The time is now’
Ruff ready to help Sabres end playoff drought in 2nd stint as coach
'“I'm super excited to be given the opportunity,” Ruff said Tuesday. “It's about taking a young group that has developed over the years … a team that has a tremendous amount of talent. It'll be my opportunity to put these guys in the right positions and use their strengths to get them to that next level."' … [Read more...] about Ruff ready to help Sabres end playoff drought in 2nd stint as coach