Archives for December 2005

'"I really believe - and if I can get him to believe it - that a breakout year for him might be three times as many assists as it is goals," Ruff said. "He creates enough openings just by using his speed and his stickhandling that if he finds other people, his breakout year isn't going to come in the goals column."' … [Read more...] about Afinogenov taps his creative talents

'Dumont said he felt great Tuesday, but the pain level has been erratic for weeks. "That's why it's frustrating," Dumont said. "If you asked me two days ago, there's no way I'm playing. Today, I still feel it, but maybe."' … [Read more...] about Specialist on tap for Briere, Dumont

'C Chris Drury has four goals and six assists in his last 10 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Canadiens

'Since Thanksgiving just passed, if you were asked to make one dish to bring to dinner.. what would you make? Peters: "Kraft dinner. That's all I can cook."' … [Read more...] about Meet the Sabres: Andrew Peters

'Briere said he and linemate Dumont are making slow recoveries from groin injuries, but the Sabres' success has made things easier. "You can't rush this kind of injury and there's no pressure on us to hurry back."' … [Read more...] about Sabres handle injuries

'Well, I got called up but when I was sent down initially I was a little disappointed about that. However, I wanted to work my way back to the NHL and I thought I had a lot of help with the coaching staff and the players down there. When I got called back up, I just wanted to make the best of my opportunity and showcase my talents that I showed during training camp. I am … [Read more...] about Derek Roy Interview

Sabres handle injuries (Montreal Gazette) Buffalo (15-9-1) at Montreal (14-7-4) (AP) Sabres seek fifth straight win and second place in Northeast (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres (15-9-1) at Montreal Canadiens (14-7-4) (The Sports Network) Sabres Rattling at Habs (HabsWorld.net) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Montreal Coverage

Amerks to host Sabres in alumni Hockey game (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage