Archives for October 18, 2005

'"We're happy with the record, but I don't think we're happy with our play," said captain Daniel Briere, who leads the team with five goals. "The good thing for us is that it's not good enough. That's a good sign. We're not completely happy with what we've done. The best teams always want more, and that's the … [Read more...] about Plenty of room to improve for fast-starting Sabres

'The most rewarding part, LaFontaine said, will be having his children there to see him honored. "Now they'll know Dad doesn't just drive them to school every day," he joked.' … [Read more...] about Nos. 16, 18 are retiring types

'Gare officially introduced himself to Buffalo on the first shift of his first game, scoring 18 seconds into his National Hockey League debut against the Boston Bruins. Eighteen seconds. The same number he wore on the back of his uniform. Against the despised Bruins of Orr and Espo and Cashman. In a 9-5 victory. Sure. That script works.' … [Read more...] about In 18 seconds, Gare showed he belonged