Archives for 2002

'The Flyers squawked about the game's officiating (Buffalo had eight power plays, the Flyers three) but the bottom line was they couldn't get the job done.' … [Read more...] about Sagging Flyers lose 3rd straight

'"Well, they definitely had our number this year," said Chris Therien. "And we're not firing on all cylinders right now. But we did play better tonight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' game plan proves sharp again

'The Sabres, coming off a 3-1 win at Philadelphia on Saturday, completed a four-game season series sweep against the Flyers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3, Flyers 1

'"Maybe it's the situation we're in right now," Satan said. "It's a desperate situation and we need to win, and I always like those important games. You want to contribute as much as you can and for some reason, I'm doing that lately."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Philadelphia 1

'Buffalo played one of its worst games of the season on March 28 in St. Louis against the Blues. The were almost physically run out of St. Louis. Just two days later, missing several key veteran players from their lineup, the Sabres played a very physical contest and defeated the Flyers in Philadelphia.' … [Read more...] about Consistency lacking

'Ray has two goals and three assists in 68 games this season and is tied for seventh in the league with 200 penalty minutes. He has served one game of the suspension and is eligible to return on April 10 at Pittsburgh. He will forfeit $12,887.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' Rob Ray, Avalanche's Foote Suspended By NHL

'Buffalo forward Rob Ray as suspended for five games without pay by the NHL on Monday for hitting St. Louis' Bryce Salvador in the face with the butt end of his stick.' … [Read more...] about Ray suspended five games

'The Rangers and Canadiens are also on tonight's schedule, which explains why Ruff considered having the out-of-town scoreboards turned off tonight.' … [Read more...] about Sabres must focus on one threatening team at a time

'Barnes missed practice Sunday after experiencing headaches during a workout Saturday. The NHL requires that players who suffered concussions be symptom-free for a full week before returning to the lineup. The Sabres weren't sure if the headaches were related to the concussion or a nagging stiff neck.' … [Read more...] about Barnes out indefinitely

'The Flyers are 17-3-3-1 after a loss this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers

'The Sabres own the Flyers this season with a 3-0 record. They are 18-15-4-0 on home ice.' … [Read more...] about Tonight's Game

'Having run out of margin for error, coach Lindy Ruff predicts his team will have to win at least six games - including its last two of the season against Washington and Montreal - to have a shot at avoiding missing the playoffs for only the second time in 15 seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres face crucial homestand

'So what did the Sabres do Saturday afternoon minus the character of their captain, enforcer and one of their top defensemen? They dominated the Philadelphia Flyers for much of the game and posted a 3-1 victory in front of 19,705 disgruntled First Union Center fans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres shun conventional wisdom, beat Flyers

'Under Regier's watch, the Sabres have become Buffalo's most fragile team in years while committing the mother of sports crimes in Western New York: losing with soft underachievers.' … [Read more...] about Hardest-working team in hockey doesn't live here any more

'"He's still not right, and we're very concerned about him," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "He'll be looked at again (today). I don't even see him playing Monday."' … [Read more...] about Barnes 'still not right,' no timetable for return