Archives for December 4, 2006

'When asked why he hit Briere, Ovechkin said "Because it was a game, I don't want to hit him in the back, I just want to give him a clear hit, but he turns and I don't have time to do something."' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin Answers Questions About Briere Hit

'Throwing out a subpar performance against Washington -- mirroring just about every other aspect of Buffalo's game -- Drury has been on a tear since early November, winning almost 64% of his faceoffs in the 13 games before Saturday night. The surge has put Drury in third place in the league in faceoff winning percentage at 59.3%.' … [Read more...] about Drury jumps to third overall in faceoffs

'“Excuse me sir,” he said. How respectful of him. He called me sir. I’m 24. Ouch. “Can I get a picture with you?” At this point, I was a little creeped out, and quickly took a defensive tone. “Um, why?” I had no idea what to expect as an answer. Did he think I was a celebrity? Did I know him from somewhere? Was he an ignorant tourist … [Read more...] about Sabres Nation: The Lesser Known Sports Principality

'"I have a lot of respect for Ovechkin as a player. I like his enthusiasm," Sabres goaltender Ryan Miller said. "I know the kid has a zest for life and a joy for the game. He wants to be at all ends of the offense, making hits, but that had to be the stupidest hit I've ever seen, and I hope he gets punished."' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin's star eclipsed by few

'"We were pretty happy with how we responded as a group, Adam and Paul getting in there," Drury said after the game.' … [Read more...] about Gaustad, Mair demonstrate team unity

'Sabres Public Relations Director Michael Gilbert said the team is aware of the problems and is in the process of correcting them. "We have several ATMs," Gilbert said. And as of Friday afternoon, as far as he knew, two were down. Gilbert said the problem was mechanical, and they were waiting for parts to come in. He wasn't sure how long that would take. … [Read more...] about It's hard for Sabres fans to score at ATMs

'Regardless, the teams' next meeting, Dec. 26th in Buffalo, is sure to be an interesting one.' … [Read more...] about Ovechkin Won't Face Further Discipline