Archives for April 2006

'Buffalo has won just two of 11 games that Hecht has missed this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres LW Hecht out two weeks with sprained MCL

'Buffalo has a little more standings breathing room in that regard, having built up enough of a cushion before the middle of March to keep them where they are the rest of the way, while Nashville still has the inside track in their conference, but if both teams keep playing this way heading into the place, finishing fourth won't end up being much fun.' … [Read more...] about Red flags start to appear for Sabres, Predators

'“(Biron) came up with a number of real key saves,” McKee said. “That’s a real momentum-changer.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres finally get a chance to stand tall

'"We set a goal to be in the playoffs," coach Lindy Ruff said. "We've set higher goals now. This is an opportunity you don't take for granted. We're proud of where the team is at."' … [Read more...] about Sabres know there's more work to be done

'Sabres forward Jochen Hecht will be lost for two weeks with a sprained ligament in his left knee following a hit by Toronto's Darcy Tucker in the third period of Buffalo's 3-2 shootout win over the Maple Leafs on Monday night.' … [Read more...] about Hecht out two weeks; Ruff still seething

'"I think at the start of the year, coming into training camp, I knew that there were a lot of guys who had one-way deals," he said. "I knew it would be a tough decision for the coaching staff to make, especially regarding myself, meaning to keep me or not. I thought I had a good camp. I think they realized that I could play at this (NHL) level. They finally … [Read more...] about Second chance works for Pominville

'Ruff all but called for Tucker's head on a silver platter. "He couldn't take the hit that we gave him, so he knocks our guy out of the lineup for probably weeks," Ruff said. "That's a joke. I want him suspended. I want him fined. I'll come to the hearing. I haven't called the league once. I call them 10 times [today]."' … [Read more...] about Sabres clinch spot in playoffs

'"Every time that somebody comes back he brings a spark," Dumont said. "They always bring something new to a team. And especially after losing the last game, 7-0, we had a really good start. Those guys came in and were really excited about playing again."' … [Read more...] about New faces, new result

'"It's unfortunate we have to be done in on a cheap shot late in the game by Tucker. A knee-on-knee hit. He goes after (Hecht's) head, he dives afterward, he is known as a diver. He couldn't take the hit we gave him, so he knocks our guy out of the lineup for weeks. I want him suspended, I want him fined."' … [Read more...] about Tucker’s hit has coach fuming

'"I use nearly two rolls on my ankles every game," Biron said with a smile. "There's a tape company living off my tape. My skates are 10 years old and don't have any padding anymore, but they feel good. I've tried many different pairs but I just can't (make the switch)."' … [Read more...] about Biron makes point

'"For us it's been just a hard time getting a win, it doesn't matter how we get one," said Briere. "It's just a matter of finding ways to win and playing the tight games. Yes, we're not happy blowing a two-goal win, but at the end of the night we're coming out with the win and it doesn't matter if the Leafs get a point."' … [Read more...] about Sabres not striking fear into opponents

Leafs making no headway (Toronto Sun) Tucker's hit has coach fuming (Toronto Sun) Biron makes point (Toronto Sun) Fruits of 2002 draft ripening (Toronto Sun) Making the most of it (Toronto Sun) Sabres shoot down Leafs' hopes (Toronto Star) Veteran Leafs shoot blanks (Toronto Star) Sabres not striking fear into opponents (Toronto Star) Pohl finds Leaf life `worth it' … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Toronto Coverage (Updated 9:00 a.m.)

'With Buffalo four points ahead with eight games left, the likely order of finish if the Flyers don't win the division would be for the Sabres to have the home-ice advantage. But either way, the Flyers would be at a distinct disadvantage against the much faster Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Flyers’ best fit: Shuffle away from Buffalo

'Ruff said Hecht could miss the playoffs and wants NHL disciplinarian Colin Campbell to deliver some justice. "I want him suspended. I want him fined. I'll go to the hearing if I have to," said Ruff.' … [Read more...] about Sabres clinch playoff spot while Leafs’ post-season hopes take another hit

'Maxim Afinogenov scored the only goal of the shootout and Sabres goalie Martin Biron stopped all three Maple Leaf shots to seal the victory for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Clinch Playoff Spot With Win In Toronto