Archives for December 2001

'Buffalo general manager Darcy Regier admitted it would be difficult to keep paying Gratton $2 million to centre the fourth line. "In the short term, it works," Regier said of Gratton's role. "In the long term, it becomes problematic.' … [Read more...] about Winds of change

'"I was simply told that I would be up here for three or four days, practice with the team and see what happens from there," said Noronen.' … [Read more...] about Surprising move

'Tests showed Rasmussen's knee needs rest, coach Lindy Ruff said Thursday. Rasmussen will miss Friday's home game against Carolina, but he could play Saturday against the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres F Rasmussen to miss at least one game

'"It was a tough one for us. We at least deserved a point," said Sabres winger Vaclav Varada.' … [Read more...] about Victory isn't in stars for Sabres

'"I want to play here, but I don't think they're going to keep me on the fourth line with the salary that I'm making this year."' … [Read more...] about Gratton feels a trade wind

'They finally posted their first win in nine tries against an Eastern Conference team.' … [Read more...] about Stars edge Sabres, 4-3

'But Turco gave up goals on the first two shots he faced against Buffalo and was pulled by coach Ken Hitchcock, who said simply, "Those goals can't go in."' … [Read more...] about Streaky Turco goes cold

'3. Stu Barnes, Buffalo: Helped make the Sabres' first line a constant threat.' … [Read more...] about Three Stars of the game

'"I don't think anybody in that locker room was happy the way we played in the first period," Hitchcock said.' … [Read more...] about Sizzling duo lifts Stars

'"I thought Rucinsky out there was excellent. I thought that was a really good line," Ken Hitchcock said."That was good for us."' … [Read more...] about Stars notes

'Kalinin's first goal of the season gave Buffalo a 2-1 lead after one. But the Sabres were unable to maintain their momentum and were outshot 13-3 in the final period.' … [Read more...] about Stars 4, Sabres 3

'"We had a lot of chances to win," Connolly said. "But we didn't stay aggressive enough. We just sat back and tried not to lose the game. When you do that, other teams are going to come after you."' … [Read more...] about Dallas 4, Buffalo 3

'"Guys are seeing that he's responding every night. It's been an easy transition for him."' … [Read more...] about Leadership fits Barnes to a 'C'

'Noronen will not play tonight against the Dallas Stars in American Airlines Center, but Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said the young goalie could see action before he is returned to Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Noronen gets called up

'G Martin Biron is 2-0 lifetime against the Stars with a 1.00 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Stars