Archives for September 28, 2005

'MSG Network has divided the New York State viewing area into three zones for its coverage of NHL Hockey.' … [Read more...] about Additional broadcast information

'It was Hasek's second appearance in Buffalo since orchestrating his own trade from the Sabres to Detroit following the 2001 season. Hasek played nine seasons in Buffalo. Hasek was solid throughout a game he was rarely tested in. The 40-year-old has now allowed just four goals in his three outings this preseason.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 5, Buffalo 2

'"I think our speed up front, every now and then we got a good step on them, and they took some that you really don't like being called, but they're penalties now," Ruff said. "It's something that we call throughout our practices. We don't allow it in any drill, we don't allow any player to do it, and if it happens we blow it … [Read more...] about Sabres tune up for Hasek

This isn't lookin' good (Toronto Sun) Sabres slice up Leafs (Toronto Star) So far, so bad for the Leafs (Toronto Star) Buffalo speeds through Toronto (Toronto Globe and Mail) Speed kills Maple Leafs (National Post) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Toronto Coverage

'Buffalo went 4-for-12 with the man advantage, while Toronto was 1-for-8.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 5, Maple Leafs 2

'"We don't have a problem with predictions that put us in the last three in the conference," says Briere, the five-foot-10 centre who relishes the chance to prove everybody wrong. "We'll be much better than the experts are saying. We believe we'll make the playoffs."' … [Read more...] about Sabres strike for four power-play goals in 5-2 pre-season win over the Leafs

'Chris Drury and Taylor Pyatt each had a goal and an assist to lead the Buffalo Sabres over the Toronto Maple Leafs, 5-2, in preseason action.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Toronto 2

'With the win, the Sabres improve to 5-1 on the preseason. Buffalo returns to the HSBC Arena for a 7:00 start against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Power Play Dominates As Sabres Top Leafs

'[The Buffalo Sabres special teams took full advantage of the new rules instated by the new Collective Bargaining Agreement on Tuesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres clip Leafs 5-2

Three players join Amerks (Rochester D&C) Amerks team up to raise money for cure (Amerks.com) Taylor, Cullen & Jacina join team on Day 2 of camp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'Depth is good, but the Sabres need stability at this position. Biron has to prove his capacity to carry the load. However, he won't get the benefit of the doubt as he largely has in the past. The starting job won't be his for long if he falters, with a quick move to a 1-1A scenario by coach Lindy Ruff.' (Submitted by: Strow) … [Read more...] about Season Preview: Sabres