Archives for December 29, 2003

'"He's ready to play," Ruff said. "I just haven't played him. . . . Sometimes things don't work."'

'G Martin Biron hasn't recorded a win since Nov. 28.'

'The Sabres broke an eight-game winless streak with a 3-1 win over Carolina on Friday, and, after a 3-1 win at Washington on Saturday, are unbeaten in three games. Miroslav Satan had a goal and two assists against the Capitals. … Goalie Mika Noronen posted back-to-back wins for the first time this season. … Chris Drury, who has missed four games with a shoulder injury, could play tonight. Defenseman Andy Delmore (groin) and forward J.P. Dumont (hip) are doubtful. … Defenseman Alexei Zhitnik has three assists and is plus-2 in the past three games. … The Sabres have taken 114 shots in the past four games, scoring 10 goals.'