Stars’ Modano thinking seriously about retirement
Bill Hoppe | March 11th, 2010
Olean Times Herald reports: '“I’m constantly thinking about (retirement),” Modano said Wednesday afternoon inside HSBC Arena, just a few hundred feet from where he won his only Stanley Cup in 1999. “It’s right there looking at me.”'
Myers’ four-point effort leads Sabres past Stars
Bill Hoppe | March 11th, 2010
Olean Times Herald reports: '“The key thing we need to take out of this game is we stayed on our toes for 60 minutes,” said Myers, who added three assists for a career-high four points. “I think that’s why we got the two points at the end of the day, and we need to take that into the next game.”'
Injuries won’t deter Kaleta from keeping up aggresive style
Bill Hoppe | March 10th, 2010
Olean Times Herald reports: '“I put myself in a position to get hurt, whether it’s blocking shots or putting myself in a vulnerable position,” Kaleta said recently. “Sometimes that’s what you need to do. Sometimes it’s not the smartest thing you can do, but I’m a fearless player, so I don’t back off, or I don’t think twice about putting my face in front of a puck.'
Sabres flat in loss to Caps [6:38 PM]
Olean Times Herald reports:
'''“There wasn’t anything there,” Ruff said. “It’s my job to get them ready to play. We’ve got a day and a half to get ready for Philly (on Friday). That falls on my shoulders. We didn’t play well tonight, and we broke down system-wise. We got away from playing the way we needed to play.”'
Torres brings fresh perspective to slumping Sabres [2:26 PM]
AP reports:
'A day after being acquired in a trade with Columbus, Torres joined his new teammates for practice Thursday as Ruff reshuffled his top two lines. Torres, an eight-year NHL veteran, skated alongside Derek Roy and Jason Pominville. Slumping winger Thomas Vanek was united with Drew Stafford and center Tim Connolly, the team's top setup man.'
Ryan Miller shines in return; rest of Buffalo Sabres falter [4:04 AM]
Rochester D&C reports:
'"It wasn't a very good performance," said winger Jason Pominville of Buffalo's second loss in as many nights post-Olympic break. "We're not going to win a lot of games when we score one goal, but the way we gave up opportunities, we're not going to win many games that way, either."'
Buffalo Sabres tweak roster with Raffi Torres [4:03 AM]
Rochester D&C reports:
'"This is not the time of year to make big player acquisitions," Regier said Wednesday afternoon, a couple of hours after he made two separate low-profile transactions which cost Buffalo defenseman Nathan Paetsch and left winger Clarke MacArthur while bringing left wing Raffi Torres here. "You can make them, but we're looking longer term."'
Sabres' homecoming night falls flat [3:38 AM]
Buffalo News reports:
'The Buffalo offense was a mess, consistently turning the puck over in the neutral zone and at the Washington blue line. Buffalo was outshot overall, 40-24 — and the count was 29-13 over the final 40 minutes.'
Sabres acted quite wisely at deadline [3:37 AM]
Buffalo News reports:
'This year, there's a wide gap between the top five teams — Washington, New Jersey and Pittsburgh in the East and San Jose and Chicago in the West — and others such as Buffalo, Ottawa and Vancouver. The Capitals were busy for good reason Wednesday. They're capable of winning the darned thing. The Sabres' chances are slim at best.'
An adoring ovation for you know who — Ryan Miller [3:36 AM]
Buffalo News reports:
'It was a great Buffalo sports moment, a collective thank-you that Miller won't soon forget. The people let him know how much they appreciated what he had done for his country, his community and his sport, and for carrying himself with dignity and intelligence.'
Sabres fine-tune their roster [3:35 AM]
Buffalo News reports:
'"It's a good day because I think it's a statement about a few things," Regier said. "We like this group of players here. We feel that with the addition of Raffi it's allowed us to get a little bigger on the wall. He's got good playoff experience. He's been to the finals. He's something that we think fits into this group of forwards."'
Mike Robitaille home but still undergoing therapy [3:33 AM]
Buffalo News reports:
'He now will be assessed on a week-to-week basis by his treating neurosurgeon, Dr. Kevin J. Gibbons of University at Buffalo Neurosurgery, and his rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Phillip Kuruvilla, to determine when he will be able to return to his broadcast duties with the Sabres, according to a spokesman for Kaleida Health.'
Thursday's Washington Coverage [3:32 AM]
SabreSpace.com reports:
Washington Capitals beat Buffalo Sabres, 3-1, in return from Olympic break (Washington Post)
With four moves at NHL trade deadline, Capitals in position for run (Washington Post)
Caps top Miller to snap skid (Washington Times)
Caps add depth for playoffs (Washington Times)
Postgame Notebook: Capitals 3, Sabres 1 (WashingtonCaps.com)
Photo gallery (WashingtonCaps.com)
Photo gallery (Sabres.com)
Photo gallery (AP)
Thursday's Columbus Coverage [3:31 AM]
SabreSpace.com reports:
Blue Jackets make five deals in busy trade day (Columbus Dispatch)
Columbus Blue Jackets Acquire Defenseman Nathan Paetsch (BlueJackets.com)
Thursday's Atlanta Coverage [3:30 AM]
SabreSpace.com reports:
Thrashers add speed in trade for MacArthur (Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Thrashers Acquire Forward Clarke MacArthur from Buffalo (AtlantaThrashers.com)
Capitals throttle Sabres 3-1 [3:29 AM]
AP reports:
'Miller made 37 saves in his first start since leading the United States to a silver medal and being selected the tournament MVP three days ago. He received a 45-second pregame standing ovation from the hometown fans, but was unable to help the Sabres shake out of their slumber.'
Washington 3, Buffalo 1 [3:28 AM]
The Sports Network reports:
'With the score tied in the third period, Washington took the lead with 9:32 to play in the game. Tomas Fleischmann skated the puck from the slot over to the right circle and passed back to Green in the slot for a one-timer that lit the lamp for his 15th goal of the season. Gordon then sealed the win in the final minute with an empty-net goal.'
Sabres Close Out Deadline Day With 3-1 Loss to Caps [3:27 AM]
WGR-AM reports:
'The loss marked Buffalo's 8th in 9 games and was another missed opportunity to leapfrog Ottawa in the Northeast Division. The idle Senators (76 pts.) continue to lead the Sabres (75 pts.) with two games in hand. Fifth-place Buffalo will host 6th-place Philadelphia on Friday; the Flyers trail the Sabres by six points in the Eastern Conference.'
Thursday's Portland Coverage [3:26 AM]
SabreSpace.com reports:
Pirates facing limited options (Portland Press Herald)
Olympics over, Sabres’ Miller back on the job [8:01 PM]
AP reports:
'“There’s no time to really sit and reflect. Certainly, I am happy with my performance,” Miller said. “I guess it’s sinking in a little bit. But you come back, and you’ve got to get to work.”'
Thrashers acquire F MacArthur from Sabres [7:59 PM]
The Sports Network reports:
'In parts of four NHL seasons, the 24-year-old winger has 41 goals and 38 helpers in 187 games, all with Buffalo.'
Sabres continue to struggle on the road with loss to Pens [7:32 PM]
Olean Times Herald reports:
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said: “After two weeks their competitive level was real high, and I don’t think we were able to match their level. I thought once we got locked in and realized that we’re going to be in for a battle, I thought our plays were better."'
Miller ready to assume regular role with Sabres [7:31 PM]
Olean Times Herald reports:
'“It is nice that the Olympics can kind of help bring that out of the crowds here in the NHL,” Miller said Tuesday morning. “ … It would be nice to have a crowd appreciate your effort when you’re on the road. “I think that’s what good about hockey fans,” he said. “They enjoy a good hockey game. It’s not just about one team. It’s about the sport.”'
Sabres acquire F Torres from Columbus [3:17 PM]
The Sports Network reports:
'The 28-year-old was originally the fifth overall pick in the 2000 draft by the New York Islanders. Over 418 regular season games, Torres has registered 98 goals and 79 helpers to go along with 310 penalty minutes with the Islanders, Edmonton and Columbus. He has also totaled four goals and 13 points in 26 playoff contests.'
Jackets send Torres for D-man and 2nd-round pick [3:16 PM]
AP reports:
'The Columbus Blue Jackets waited until the final hour of the NHL trade deadline on Wednesday to deal forward Raffi Torres to the Buffalo Sabres for defenseman Nathan Paetsch and a second-round draft pick.'
Sabres deal MacArthur to Thrashers for draft picks [3:16 PM]
AP reports:
'The Buffalo Sabres have traded left wing Clarke MacArthur to the Atlanta Thrashers for a third- and fourth-round draft pick.'
Wednesday's Washington Coverage [12:45 PM]
SabreSpace.com reports:
Washington (41-13-8) at Buffalo (33-19-9) (AP)
PWashington Capitals (41-13-8) at Buffalo Sabres (33-19-9) (The Sports Network)
Miller, Ovi return as Sabres host Caps (NHL.com)
Back to Business in Buffalo (WashingtonCaps.com)
Gaustad To Miss At Least a Week [12:45 PM]
WGR-AM reports:
'Sabre forward Paul Gaustad will miss at least one week of hockey with a shoulder injury. Gaustad suffered the injury while fighting Mike Rupp during Tuesday night's loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins.'