Archives for October 2006

'Maxim Afinogenov scored with 14.9 seconds remaining in regulation...'. … [Read more...] about Determination earns second win

'In each of their games thus far, the Sabres have been slow out of the gate to find their rhythm but used their relentless speed to dictate a frenetic pace and tempo, eventually igniting offensive chances in the process. If this keeps up, Buffalo fans may have to be prepared for a playoff-intense season that lasts for 9 months.' … [Read more...] about Game # 2: Sabres 5, Canadiens 4 (SO)

'Consecutive shootout wins to start a season? Was there a full moon up there tonight or something?' … [Read more...] about Post-Game Power Play: Sabres 5, Canadiens 4 (SO)

Amerks off to a flying start (Rochester D&C) Amerks make opening night memorable for newcomers (Rochester D&C) Newest (Albany Times Union) Rochester 6, Albany 0 (AP) Spectacular Opener (RNews.com) Amerks Rout Rats in Opener (WROC-TV) Amerks earn fourth opening-home shutout (Amerks.com) River Rats fall in opener (AlbanyRiverRats.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

Game Center Box Score Full Play-by-Play Recap Game Photos … [Read more...] about Post Game: Canadiens vs. Sabres

'"As a shooter, he has one of the best releases that I've ever seen."' … [Read more...] about Pominville looking forward

'"The arena is absolutely essential to us staying in Buffalo," said Daniel DiPofi, the Sabres' chief operating officer. "You cannot have a viable NHL team without a modern-day arena. You can't do it."' … [Read more...] about HSBC Arena at 10 is a checkered success

'Not only was the sweet-shooting power-play specialist practically a lock to start the season with Buffalo, he's also expected to be a major contributor on a Stanley Cup contender. That's quite a jump in status for a guy who one year ago was waived and passed over by all 29 other teams despite making the league minimum salary, who in the playoffs was ridiculously characterized … [Read more...] about Pominville looks for next step

'"I think a lot of it has to do with willingness of players," coach Lindy Ruff said. "We stress making sure we're in the shot lane, and making sure the body's in the shot lane, not the stick in the shot lane. Last night was a night that we made some mistakes and we had some guys lay down and make terrific blocks. But a lot of times it was just good positioning."' … [Read more...] about Sabres still plan to hold block party

'"Not a big fan of arbitration. Never have been," Bettman said Wednesday night during the Sabres' season-opening victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in the RBC Center. "Because we have the hard cap it wasn't something that we felt we had to go to the mat over, but I think over time . . . if the awards are excessive in a hard-cap system, you've got to take a good, hard look as … [Read more...] about Bettman says he’s no fan of arbitration

'D Brian Campbell blocked eight shots Wednesday despite only one second of short-handed time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Canadiens

'The Condors have been trying to secure an affiliation agreement with the Buffalo Sabres for several months and the a deal that appeared to be all but done earlier this week has once again stalled. "I know they've got a couple of guys hurt in Rochester (the American Hockey League affiliate of the Sabres) and whether they have guys to send us or not I don't … [Read more...] about Condors get back on ice

'Picking up Jaroslav Spacek to replace Jay McKee was huge for Buffalo. They will miss Jay in certain situations, certainly his toughness and his ability to block shots. On the other hand, they've picked up mobility with Spacek and also his ability to play power plays, which he has played comfortably throughout training camp. He has also teamed with Brian Campbell, and those two … [Read more...] about What to watch for in Buffalo this season

'Last year, almost everyone picked Buffalo not to make the playoffs, but to be dead last. Now they have gone from that point to where Sports Illustrated is picking them to be in the finals this season. Everybody else is picking them to be at the top of the NHL. I just wonder about the bounce back situatuion, whether they will be able to come back from any adversity and gain … [Read more...] about A strong nucleus will take the Sabres far

Montreal (0-0-0) at Buffalo (1-0-0) (AP) Sabres face Canadiens in home opener (Sportsticker) Montreal Canadiens (0-0-0) at Buffalo Sabres (1-0-0) (The Sports Network) Game # 2: Montreal @ Buffalo (SabresFans.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Montreal Coverage (Updated 11:30 a.m.)