Archives for May 2006

'No, the Sabres are not going to quit. But if you've been paying attention, you already knew that. And, you also know that the Hurricanes aren't the quitting type, either. So, we get exactly what we figured when this whole thing started: a Game 7.' … [Read more...] about Briere gives us Messier-type moment in East finals

'Briere's goal was on the power play. Dating back to the first period of Game 3 the Sabres were 0-12 on the power-play. They finally managed to end that streak and that was a huge factor in the win.' … [Read more...] about Successful game plan for Sabres

'"We can't sulk and hang our heads," defenseman Glen Wesley said. "We did a lot of positive things. ... We took a penalty and almost had the kill. Unfortunately, we didn't get the win."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Carolina 1, OT

'Briere's linemate J.P. Dumont also scored for the Sabres and he also had a huge game, atoning for his penalty in overtime that led to Carolina's Game 5 victory. "He was amazing, he showed a lot of character tonight, he played great," Briere said of Dumont.' … [Read more...] about Briere scores OT winner as Sabres force Game 7 in Eastern Conference final

'"Everybody knows what is at stake - a trip to the Finals," said Carolina head coach Peter Laviolette. "Now our back is up against the wall. (The game) is in our building, which is where we want it to be, and we're going to be able to use the energy from our building and our fans."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Carolina 1 (OT)

'The series heads back to Raleigh for a deciding Game 7 on Thursday night. Faceoff is at 7:30 PM.' … [Read more...] about Briere Sends Sabres To Game 7

'Prior to that goal, the Sabres had been 0 for its last 15 with the man advantage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Square It

'Doug Weight watched from the penalty box as Briere's game-winning goal floated over the goal line. Officially he was whistled for boarding, though it looked more like checking from behind. If you ask Weight, Buffalo forward Jason Pominville was guilty of diving. He said as much after the game, though in the same breath admitted he should have been "smarter" on the play. Indeed … [Read more...] about Oh boy, Danny

'Here's how it works. Every once in a while, the Sabres or Bills show signs of promise. They'll make the playoffs, and then the city will fire up the bandwagon. And I'll be gullible enough to jump on. Why haven't I learned?' … [Read more...] about Buffalo teams: Quit playin’ games with my heart

'"We just seem to find a way."' … [Read more...] about Series headed for a Game Seven

'Cam Ward was equally incredible in net for Carolina and was probably the only reason Carolina stayed in the game at all.' … [Read more...] about Determined Sabres break ‘Canes 2-1 in over time, force game 7!!!

'Numminen replaced Jeff Jillson, who was on the ice for four even-strength goals in the previous three games of the series.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Numminen returns for Game 6

'"He feels better today, I'm encouraged again, I'm past the doubtful stage," said Ruff. "I'm optimistic that he may be able to play tonight. He'll take the warmup and if he doesn't feel any pain and he's able to perform at a high enough level ... we'll talk to him and basically make it his call because he's the only … [Read more...] about Sabres defenceman Teppo Numminen hopeful to dress for Game 6

'Here’s what I expect from the HSBC Arena tonight...The building will vibrate, the Sabres will explode out of the locker room in the hopes of winning a game they felt they should have won on Sunday. By any measure, the Sabres had the better of the play on Sunday night. I don’t think it was a dramatic difference, but I did feel that in the 3rd period, Buffalo … [Read more...] about Closing in…

'Scratch those reports about the Teppo Numminen watch being over -- he says there is an 80-per-cent chance he will play Tuesday night.' … [Read more...] about Numminen remains a game-time decision