Amerks return home this week (Amerks.com) Reading Power Play makes two stops today (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Archives for 2006
Businesses are Benefiting Because of the Buffalo Sabres
'And now that the Sabres are the only game in town, managers of Downtown bars and restaurants say their business is booming. Kevin Glovack of Pearl Street Brewery: "With the dismal season that the Bills had you almost sense about the last five, six weeks you could notice that people were paying more attention to the Sabres. They've been getting bigger crowds and … [Read more...] about Businesses are Benefiting Because of the Buffalo Sabres
Sabres trapped by the Devils, lose 3-2
Ruff took some responsibility for the number of break aways the Sabres gave up. The head coach admitted his team didn’t have the tools to press the attack and he thought perhaps it was a mistake to pinch the defense and not back them off. “If we do the work, we’ll get the results. It’s a simple formula”. Amen to that Lindy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trapped by the Devils, lose 3-2
Devils outwork Sabres
'"We made it much too easy on them," Sabres right wing Mike Grier said. "We turned pucks over, and we didn't work at our system the first couple of periods. Against that team, it's a recipe for disaster."' … [Read more...] about Devils outwork Sabres
Devils' Gionta has fond memories of Scenic view
'Defenseman Nathan Paetsch became the fourth Sabre to make his NHL debut this season, filling in for Rory Fitzpatrick (systemic infection) and Toni Lydman (flu) at the blue line. Lydman was scratched, while Fitzpatrick was placed on the injured reserve list retroactive to last Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Devils' Gionta has fond memories of Scenic view
Sunday's New Jersey Coverage (Updated 8:00 a.m.)
Suddenly, everything's possible for Devils (New York Post) Devils make it three straight (Newark Star Ledger) Elias extends scoring streak but admits feeling tired (Newark Star Ledger) Devils on to something (Bergen Record) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New Jersey Coverage (Updated 8:00 a.m.)
New Jersey 3, Buffalo 2
'The Sabres mustered just 13 shots in the first two periods when they fell behind 3-1. The Devils have not lost in regulation when leading after two frames this season. "They get great goaltending, they play their system perfectly, and they work hard," said Sabres rookie Thomas Vanek, who cut New Jersey's lead to 3-2 with a late goal in the third period. "It's tough to come … [Read more...] about New Jersey 3, Buffalo 2
Brodeur outduels Miller as Devils win third straight
'"It's just one of those nights," Miller said. "We weren't terrible, we were in the game."' … [Read more...] about Brodeur outduels Miller as Devils win third straight
New Jersey 3, Buffalo 2
'"(Brodeur's) one of the all-time best goalies in the NHL," Vanek said. "When he gets a two-goal lead, it's money in the bank. They deserved to win. We just didn't skate hard enough the first 40 minutes."' … [Read more...] about New Jersey 3, Buffalo 2
Devils Dump Sabres 3-2
'For the second time in their current homestand the Sabres ran into a team playing a trap-style defense and it bogged down their offense as the New Jersey Devils beat them 3-2.' … [Read more...] about Devils Dump Sabres 3-2
Sabres lack intensity in loss
'Playing with desperation and intensity for only 20 minutes in a hockey game does not usually produce very good results.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lack intensity in loss
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Tired Amerks can't keep pace with Marlies (Rochester D&C) Toronto Jumps Rochester (RNews.com) Marlies win their third straight game, beating the Americans 4-1 (CP) Amerks fall to Toronto (Amerks.com) Marlies Make It Three Staight (TorontoMarlies.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' Drury misses game with groin injury
'Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said before the game that he expects Drury to be back in the lineup for the Sabres' game Thursday night against Phoenix.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' Drury misses game with groin injury
Saturday's New Jersey Coverage (Updated 4:00 p.m.)
New Jersey (18-18-5) at Buffalo (27-12-2) (AP) Elias tries to lead Devils to third straight victory (Sportsticker) New Jersey Devils (18-18-5) at Buffalo Sabres (27-12-2) (The Sports Network) Tonight's Game (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New Jersey Coverage (Updated 4:00 p.m.)
Sabres' depth seems bottomless
'"We're bringing in guys and putting them in important roles right off the bat," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "A lot of the players have flourished. I don't think there is any hesitation now (to recall a player) because if you're skating you can play."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' depth seems bottomless