Archives for 2003

We were not prepared. And it showed in all areas of our game. It was not just on the giveaway and it was not just on the last-second goal (of the second period). It was on competing for pucks and competing one-on-one and creating opportunities. … [Read more...] about Drury steals glory from old pals

I know they give their guys a chance, Pittis said. So that is a reason why I signed back. I am an injury away. … [Read more...] about Sitting Buffalo

Turning point: D Robyn Regehrs late penalty in the second period awoke RW Miroslav Satan from his 39-minute slumber. With an extra attacker, Satan got two blistering shots away on the delay before play was called and Regehr was sent to the sin bin. Moments later, with Regehr in the box, Satan scored on the power play. … [Read more...] about Game over

'Mika Noronen had a perfect start to his season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 0

'Chris Drury did little to help his standing with fans of the Calgary Flames.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 0

'"Rhett's been a good friend and a guy we miss in Buffalo," McKee said. "But I'm looking forward to playing him. If I get a chance to hit him, I'll be going out of my way to do it. I'm sure he will, too. It'll be a two-way street on that one."' … [Read more...] about Gotcha! Warrener pulls prank on Sabres

'The Sabres, meanwhile, ranked dead last with a team goals-against average of 3.75. That's a substantial reason why Mika Noronen is a safe bet to make his season debut at 9 tonight, when the Sabres play the Calgary Flames in the Pengrowth Saddledome.' … [Read more...] about Noronen should get next shot in goal

'The Sabres are averaging 22 penalty minuntes a game, fifth worst in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flames

'Too rich for the Flames, Drury and his agent started bartering with Buffalo and in August signed a four-year pact that will pay $3.45 million US this season. It's welcome security for a player with his third team in as many years.' … [Read more...] about Losing only thing Drury detested

'C Daniel Briere (one goal, two assists) has been involved in three of Buffalo's five goals.' … [Read more...] about Flames Game Day

That is a false accusation of Chris Drury and a false mindset. Being a small-market team, you cannot go out and trade for guys who are going to get million-dollar raises. … [Read more...] about Real dandy day for Drury

Calgary has won the last two meetings, both at home. Last year, they met early -- Oct. 31 -- and Calgary claimed a 3-0 victory. In the middle of the previous season, the Flames won 3-1. Over the past 10 meetings, the Flames have a 2-5-2-1 mark. … [Read more...] about Game day

'Chris Drury scored his first goal in a Buffalo uniform after he came to the Sabres from Calgary in an offseason trade.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Team Report

'Pepsi officials said the agreement includes exclusive pouring rights at HSBC arena and names Pepsi-Cola the official soft drink of the Buffalo Sabres. Also, PBG will partner with the Sabres on fan entertainment programs, retail promotions and community outreach initiatives, including the Sabres' library reading program, "Shoot. Score. Read More."' … [Read more...] about Pepsi, Sabres extend marketing deal

'Less than a year ago, Ruff was a lame-duck coach for a team skating in circles. The Sabres beat division rival Montreal and conference foe the Islanders by a combined 11-2 in their first two games before waking up in the Habitat for Horrendous. If it wasn't one problem, it was another. In no time, they were reeling. No wonder Ruff was having flashbacks while thinking … [Read more...] about In this town, coaches can run but can't hide