Archives for January 29, 2006

'"I think, quite honestly, he's continuing to get better," Regier said. "First of all, he believes in his players, and I think over the years he has a better understanding of their abilities and from that is able to help them more by, at times, demanding more or persuading them that they're capable of more."' … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff's gift of gab sparks team

'Roy plays every shift and game like it's his last. It's a theme found throughout the entire Buffalo lineup. With almost two thirds of the season in the books, the Sabres are not only primed for the playoffs, but eyeing home-ice advantage.' … [Read more...] about Roy gets his chance

'Ruff probably would have been fired several times had he worked for any other organization, any other GM. His club hasn't made the playoffs since 2001 and hasn't won more than one round since almost taking the Cup. But Darcy Regier cut his organizational teeth with the dynastic New York Islanders and knew the stability he was after when he assumed control of the … [Read more...] about Pat Quinn and Lindy Ruff Tenured Professors

Meyer ends slump in Amerks win (Rochester D&C) Stefan Meyer scores two goals as Rochester downs the Bulldogs 4-1 (CP) Meyer Sparks Amerks (RNews.com) Amerks head into All-Star Break on winning streak (Amerks.com) Johner reassigned to Florida (ECHL) (Amerks.com) 'Dogs drop 4-1 decision to Amerks (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage