Archives for December 16, 2003

'''When I was named captain I was pretty excited,'' Paille said in a telephone conference call. ''I was really honored to know that the coaches have a lot of confidence in me to help this team win a gold medal. I believe it's one of the greatest accomplishments, with the exception of getting a gold medal.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospect named captain for Canadian National Junior team

'The Penguins have replaced the Buffalo Sabres as the NHL's poster children for poverty.' … [Read more...] about Poor on ice and off, Penguins are reeling

'"A little spirit's good," said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "Max is good for getting under the other guys' skin at practice."' … [Read more...] about Briere, Afinogenov battle

'The Sabres are 1-6-3 in their past 10 games at Pittsburgh and are winless there in five straight.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Penguins

'Have gone 3-20-5 in past 28 visits to Mellon Arena. ... Are 2-13 when allowing first goal.' … [Read more...] about Penguins Report

'They have scored five goals on 62 shots in their last three games.' … [Read more...] about Scouting the Sabres