Archives for February 24, 2007

'“It’s been a gutsy effort night in, night out,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa rematch offers plenty of twists

'With many of the injuries expected to last until near the end of the regular season, the Sabres have received an unexpected mid-season energy boost due to all of the prospects coming up to the big leagues. If Buffalo plays its cards right, it will have a chance to evaluate its prospects in meaningful games, something most other NHL clubs don't have a chance to do right now.' … [Read more...] about Call-ups showing their value

'"It's a gutless move by (Ruff), I guess you can say," said Spezza, who wanted no part of a potential fight, taking several punches from Mair before dropping to the ice. "A coach can't send out guys like that without repercussions."' … [Read more...] about The talking is over: Senators, Sabres have said their piece

'"When Connolly got hurt last year, you didn't hear a peep out of me because I thought that Tim had the puck, he skated into the middle, the hit was what it was, and there wasn't a word said," Ruff said of Schaefer's hit. "But you watch that hit (Thursday) and Drury doesn't have the puck anymore, and you can't defend it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres add Drury to the list

'Murray said he is concerned the usual "code," which allows the most talented players on the ice certain relief from abuse at the hands of the tough guys, has been shattered. "What's happened now is the respect for the skilled players is not there between us," said Murray. "Beyond that, we'll dress a lineup and try to get the two points."' … [Read more...] about Rumble on the Rideau

The talking is over: Senators, Sabres have said their piece (Ottawa Citizen) Sabres add Drury to the list (Ottawa Citizen) Lax rules let headhunters roam (Ottawa Citizen) It's time to redefine 'legal' hockey hits (Ottawa Citizen) The fans' call: We loved it (Ottawa Citizen) Rumble on the Rideau (Ottawa Sun) Emery gets an earful (Ottawa Sun) Senators weak on defence … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Ottawa Coverage

'While supposed payback games in hockey rarely live up to the hype, there's no doubt tonight's game will get special attention from fans as well as the NHL director of hockey operations Colin Campbell, who was continuing to study Thursday's incidents for possible disciplinary action late yesterday. In Ottawa, meanwhile, talk about the game was inescapable, from blanket coverage … [Read more...] about Ottawa, Buffalo in an arms race

'But, once again, Americans are talking about hockey, not because Saku Koivu made a pretty move on Tomas Vokoun to score the shootout winner here (it rated five seconds on Sports Centre), but because there was a fight.' … [Read more...] about Brawl gets NHL airtime on U.S. TV

'Through it all, Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff has been Mr. Cool. No whining about the hockey gods. No complaints. His glass is never less than half full.' … [Read more...] about Banged-up Sabres team of year thanks in large part to coach Ruff, who remains Mr. Cool

'"Lindy played hard, Lindy played for keeps and certainly he wants his team to do that. I know the rules and the structure of the game has changed but the bottom line is there's still a price to be paid for the way you play."' … [Read more...] about Scrap super in Flames’ eyes

'Kaleta's mother, Sandy Kaleta said, "I was just so nervous. I was just hoping he would do well, and he did."' … [Read more...] about Angola Native Makes NHL Debut

'This was a team that beat their nemesis while dealing with a plethora of emotional issues. Their leader had gone down to join half the roster in Injury Town (right down the road from Pominville), they were down two forwards with another serving a ten-minute misconduct. Not to mention that a giant lizard devoured Williamsville before the game (one of those is made up). Gutsy.' … [Read more...] about Turns Out These Sabres Are Tough

'As Tynan says, "The Buffalo Sabres are my hockey team; that's it; no one else gets a look in."' … [Read more...] about Ronan Tynan: The Sabres’ New Best (Tenor) Friend

'Asked if the inclusion of McGrattan, who's been a healthy scratch for the past nine games, was intended to send a message to the Sabres, Murray said: "It depends on how they take it."' … [Read more...] about Senators ready for their rematch with Sabres after brutal brawl

Manitoba blasts thin Amerks (Rochester D&C) Callups continue for Amerks (Rochester D&C) Amerks and Sabres should avoid divorce (Rochester D&C) First-place blowout (Winnipeg Sun) Moose being proactive (Winnipeg Sun) Moose tracks (Winnipeg Sun) Manitoba 8, Rochester 3 (AP) Bolduc scores two goals and two assists as Moose trounce Americans 8-3 (CP) Amerks Slide Continue … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage