Archives for April 6, 2006

'Except for Columbus, whose Blue Jackets joined the NHL in 2000-01, no other North American city with a major-league franchise has gone that long without at least one of its teams reaching the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s long, cold winter finally gives way to playoffs

'Tucker was not amused when asked if he was hurt by Briere's comments. "Hurt? By a guy like that? I mean how many playoff games has he ever played? Two?" Tucker said. Told the number was actually six, Tucker shrugged. "I don't think he can hurt me when I've played 80-plus playoff games and been to a conference final. Tell him to come back and … [Read more...] about Tucker setting nasty scene for rematch

'"It's going to make us a better team, that little slump," said Briere, who also had an assist. "It makes us realize that we have to work 60 minutes. Tonight, it would have been easy to quit. We're starting to come out of it. We're believing, and we're making the plays we were making earlier."' … [Read more...] about Magic is back for Sabres

'"There's not a whole lot of coaches that can say they've got 300 wins," said winning goaltender Martin Biron, who's been with the Sabres throughout Ruff's tenure. "That's definitely a big honor, especially in a season like this year where it's a 100-point season. It's big. That's big all around."' … [Read more...] about Ruff keeps rolling, records 300th win

'"I'm concerned about the Buffalo Bills. I don't want them to leave this community," Golisano told The Buffalo News after watching his Sabres beat Ottawa in HSBC Arena. "They're a big asset to this community, just like this team is."' … [Read more...] about Golisano open to talks on buying Bills, he says

'"It was the same way we won a lot of games earlier in the season where we kept battling and coming back and hopefully it'll be a big confidence builder and get us going in the right direction," said Briere, who scored the tying goal with 39.2 seconds left in regulation, then netted the game-winner at the 4:13 mark of overtime.' … [Read more...] about Briere gives Sabres overtime win

Four's not enough (Ottawa Sun) Murray changes 'em up (Ottawa Sun) Sabres edge ailing Senators (Ottawa Citizen) Neil not satisfied with fines levied on Thrashers (Ottawa Citizen) Briere lifts Sabres past Senators (CBC Sports) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Ottawa Coverage

'Briere not only scored the game winner, but scored the game tying goal with just :40 seconds remaining in regulation after the Sabres had pulled goaltender Martin Biron. Max Afinogenov fed Briere across the crease, and Briere was able to bang home, which sent the HSBC Arena crowd into a frenzy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Roar Back To Beat Ottawa In OT

'Golisano added that the community has a big investment in Ralph Wilson Stadium and a "mental investment" in the team.' … [Read more...] about Golisano Interested In Keeping Bills In Buffalo

'"...it's the kind of win that will be a real confidence-booster..."' … [Read more...] about 300 for Ruff; 100 for the team

'This was the same gutsy, never say die team that has delighted Sabres fans all season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres will thriller, come back to down Sens 5-4 in OT

'Although he lives in suburban Rochester, Golisano has paid close attention to Buffalo-related economic issues since purchasing the Sabres. "The Buffalo Bills are a huge asset to this community and anything that imperils their ability to stay here and be fruitful is a big concern," Golisano said. "The community's got a big investment in the team mentally and I'd hate to have … [Read more...] about Golisano Expresses Possible Interest in Bills

'The Buffalo Sabres have been quietly assembling a fine group of prospects who have character and the ability to play two ways.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deep with two-way talent

Flyers to get a preview of possible playoff foe (Philadelphia Inquirer) Sabres will face much-healthier Flyers this time (Philadelphia Daily News) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage

Amerks' playoff hopes disappear (Rochester D&C) Tough-guy McMorrow honored for off-ice service (Rochester D&C) Toronto 5, Rochester 3 (AP) Amerks Eliminated (RNews.com) Amerks fall to Toronto to end playoff streak (Amerks.com) Marlies Earn Playoff Birth In Win Over Amerks (TorontoMarlies.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Toronto Coverage