Archives for 2004

'The Sabres' next 10 games will be against Eastern Conference rivals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Maple Leafs

'They turned the momentum in rare fashion, capturing the lead with 10 shots over the final 7:50 of the second period. They scored three goals in less than three minutes before the intermission and clearly had Cechmanek rattled.' … [Read more...] about Pieces of eight golden for Sabres

'"They've been good about it. They've been awesome," he said of the Sabres. "I approached them a few weeks ago when I might've had the opportunity and started talking about it. They said, "Go, it's a good opportunity. Go do it. Whatever we do here will be here when you get back.' I'm thankful to them for being so good to … [Read more...] about Sens turn to Sabres' insider

'The Kings' problems were almost too numerous to chronicle: Turnovers, shaky goaltending and lack of offense after Ian Laperriere's rebound goal provided a 3-1 lead at 12:04 of the second period.' … [Read more...] about Kings Come Tumbling Down

'The rest was just piling on by a team that embarrassed the Kings 5-1 on Oct. 23 at Staples Center. Against replacement goaltender Huet, Jochen Hecht scored at 8:37. Maxim Afinogenov added the final two goals.' … [Read more...] about Kings look shabby as Sabres pour it on

'Bill Miller, father of Kings injured defenseman Aaron Miller and long-time youth hockey coach in Buffalo, was honored after the first period by the Sabres. Aaron Miller was schedule to present the award to his father but has been sidelined since Dec. 10 with nerve damage in his neck and and did not make the Kings trip.' … [Read more...] about Painful end for Barney

Am I excited? (Muckler) told me I did not have to be there until Monday and I told him I would come in today. This is all about winning. You play this game because you want to win a Stanley Cup and I am excited. It is a great atmosphere up there and those are great people. … [Read more...] about Ray to the rescue

'``For whatever reason, we stopped playing,'' said Ian Laperriere, who scored once for the Kings. ``I can't ever recall a game like that.''' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 8, Los Angeles 3

'"The Tallinder goal really turned the momentum of the game," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "After that, we sensed a little blood and we really took advantage of that."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 8, Los Angeles 3

'The game also marked the first time that Buffalo has reached eight goals in a game since they defeated Atlanta on November 8th, 2001 in an 8-0 rout.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo's Eight Is Enough

'Unable to find work following the 2002-2003 season, Ray hung up his skates and has since served as a broadcaster on Sabres telecasts and was co-host of the Labatt Blueline on WGR 55.' … [Read more...] about Ray A Senator Once Again

'``It's exciting to get a chance to play again,'' said Ray, who has been skating regularly on his own and staying in shape. ``It's going to be a lot of hard work but I'm looking forward to going.''' … [Read more...] about Senators sign forward Rob Ray for remainder of season

'A 14-year veteran, Ray played five games with the Senators last season and recorded five penalty minutes. Before being dealt to Ottawa on March 10, Ray had spent his entire career with the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Senators sign RW Ray

'For his career, Ray has played in 894 games, compiling 3,193 penalty minutes with 40 goals and 50 assists.' … [Read more...] about Senators sign Rob Ray for rest of season

'Ray, who has been working as a television commentator in Buffalo since the start of the season, will join the Senators on Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sens sign tough guy Rob Ray