Archives for December 2005

'"They've been playing real well throughout the stretch and they've been blocking a lot of shots and taking hits to make plays," Biron said, referring to his defensive corps. "They are extremely reliable and I feel extremely confident when they are on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Pittsburgh 3 (OT)

'Buffalo's record now stands at 21-10-1, good for 43 points. They stand 2nd in the Northeast Division, and 4th in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about Captains Help Sabres Top Penguins In Overtime

'"The guys that were out there on the four-on-three did a great job", said Drury of Briere, Ales Kotalik and rookie Jason Pominville.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win a thriller

'If there is anything Buffalo doesn’t do, it is score first and keep their lead early. They need to break out of the gate a little quicker and let the competition play come-from-behind hockey.' … [Read more...] about Stellar OT Win for Biron

'That’s life fellas, it’s how it works day-in and day-out. Some teams lose and others win. It’s unfortunate that you “fans” out there will boo until Buffalo wins 82-straight. This is Buffalo, this is our hometown. Cheer for the team that in all honesty is the only hometown team doing much of anything right now. For those who “wasted” … [Read more...] about Shut up or don’t Show up

Pelletier shines in Amerks win (Rochester D&C) Ex-top prospect Semenov joins Amerks for fine-tuning (Rochester D&C) Griffins' losing skid reaches four games (Grand Rapids Press) Amerks Bounce Back (RNews.com) Amerks beat back Griffins (Amerks.com) Semenov sent to Rochester on conditioning stint (Amerks.com) Rochester Sports Group to ring bells for Salvation Army on 12/20 … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'Now, Sabres general manager Darcy Regier needs to do something to rid himself of the three-headed goaltending monster. Ryan Miller, who played well earlier this season, is nearing a return from a broken thumb, and Mika Noronen remains on the roster. Regier will likely attempt to trade somebody, but when that will happen remains to be seen.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finally have an answer in net, at least for now

'"The Sabres asked me first. It's just like the Yankees. I'm very much a loyal subject to a team. The Sabres got me. I was up for trade. A free agent. They got me."' … [Read more...] about Tynan strikes right chord for Sabres

'Maybe they are a fascinating aberration, a team able to win without following the latest trends. But more likely, the Sabres are again proving that no matter how the game is played or how the rules are changed, a franchise with good team chemistry and a commitment to team play will be successful.' … [Read more...] about Sabres passing team chemistry class

'"With Marty playing as well as he's playing right now, we get deeper and deeper into those same conversations," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "I don't think, by any means, having three goaltenders around is an ideal world, but if you look back it's benefited us. Will it last long? I don't know."' … [Read more...] about 1-2-3: Sabres in quandry

'Eventually, Darcy Regier has to decide whether Biron or Ryan Miller is his No. 1 goalie long-term. But he doesn't have to rush into a trade now. Knowing that Biron is capable of a prolonged hot streak, some NHL team will be eager to find out if he can do it in the playoffs. Of course, that team might turn out to be the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Red-hot Biron should not be trade bait

'Once considered a defensive liability - he had a minus-28 rating three seasons ago and a minus-25 rating as a rookie on Long Island - he has been one of Buffalo's top penalty killers. His plus-5 leads the team.' … [Read more...] about Connolly builds Olympic credentials

'C Sidney Crosby has one goal and a minus-7 rating in his past eight games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Penguins

'The Sabres’ next home game is at 5 p.m. Saturday, when they host the Pittsburgh Penguins at HSBC Arena. That other team is at home at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Where would you rather be? I know my choice, and it’s not Orchard Park.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win games and fans

Scouting Report: Buffalo Sabres vs Penguins (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Scouting the Sabres (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Buffalo (20-10-1) at Pittsburgh (8-17-6) (AP) Therrien debuts behind bench as Penguins host red-hot Sabres (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres (20-10-1) at Pittsburgh Penguins (8-17-6) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Pittsburgh Coverage