Archives for December 27, 2005

'It’s the sixth time this season Buffalo won when trailing after two periods, a number that would have seemed outrageous in the old clutch-and-grab NHL. Comebacks are so common now, players and coach don’t merely think they’ll rally, they know they’ll have a resurgence. “It’s a different frame of mind and it’s a different … [Read more...] about Sabres rally as confidence remains high

'The Buffalo Sabres will hold an autograph session following the Panthers game on Sunday. It will start approximately 30 minutes following the end of the game and run for up to one hour. Sabres players will be seated at tables located throughout the 100, 200 and 300 levels of HSBC Arena. There will be a limit of one autograph per person, per player.' … [Read more...] about Special Sabres Autograph Session Announced

'"We expected to be a good team, but nobody expects something like this," Ruff said. "We're almost at the point where we don't even want to talk about it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres on surprising surge

'"We're kind of fearless in some ways. We just find a way to win," said Sabres co-captain Chris Drury, who had a goal and two assists.' … [Read more...] about Latest win is worth the wait

'Leaving Miller off the Olympic team was USA Hockey's holiday gift to the rest of the world. It was proof that selection's not about what you've done lately. It's about who you know, or payback for past service, anything but the statistics that really tell the story.' … [Read more...] about Passing over Miller makes no sense

'There are only so many stalls in the Buffalo Sabres' dressing room, so when a player gets an injury-related recall from Rochester he has to have somewhere to change his gear. Still, it was somewhat ominous to see Daniel Briere's stall being occupied by Daniel Paille.' … [Read more...] about Injured Briere loses his locker for now

'Miller claimed the defensive honours after leading the Sabres to two wins with a .96 goals-against average and .969 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Hossa named offensive player of week, Sabres' Miller earns defensive honours

'Last Monday, Miller made 33 saves and denied three of four attempts in the shootout as the Sabres edged Philadelphia, 2-1. Four days later, he made 30 saves in a 4-1 win against Tampa Bay.' … [Read more...] about Thrashers RW Hossa, Sabres G Miller named NHL Players of Week

'Appearing in only 12 games this season because of injury, Miller holds an 8-4-0 record with a 2.46 goals-against average and .920 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Atlanta's Hossa, Buffalo's Miller earn NHL weekly honors

'Ryan Miller, the NHL defensive player of the week, had to make just 19 saves for the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Rally for Win

'Down 3-1 after allowing goals to Jason Blake, Alexei Yashin and Satan on goalie Ryan Miller in the final 9:27 of the first period, the Sabres never showed a hint of doubt as they rallied for the victory.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ late rally sinks Islanders

Ken Dryden couldn't save these Isles (New York Post) Can't stop Buffalo's blitz (Newsday) Stirling gives DiPietro some much-needed rest (Newsday) A powerful third for the Sabres (NewYork Islanders.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage

'But momentum shifted quickly as New York scored 3 goals to finish off the 1st period, including one from former Sabre Miro Satan with just seven seconds left in the period to give the Islanders a 3-1 lead. As the 2nd period opened Buffalo stole back momentum as Maxim Afinogenov netted his 8th goal of the season just over 2 minutes into the period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Storm Back To Beat Islanders 6-3

'Buffalo swept the four-game, season series after losing seven of its last eight games to the Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 6, NY Islanders 3

'"I think we're good," Sabres rookie left wing Thomas Vanek said. "I don't think we're an Ottawa or a Colorado with a lot of superstars, a lot of firepower. I think we're a good character team with good leadership, good goaltending and it's paying off for us now."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally to sweep season series from Islanders