Archives for February 25, 2007

'In the end, it was mostly talk.' … [Read more...] about Senators edge Sabres in Round II

'"The actions of his players - call it what you want, call it bullying - they just did the wrong thing," Campbell said. "People who know hockey know that was the wrong thing. Spezza and Heatley had no intent in participating in any fight. It went where it shouldn't have gone."' … [Read more...] about Ruff fined $10,000 for brawl with Senators

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff confirmed his co-captain would undergo more tests today to make sure he didn't break any bones in his face. Drury's right eye was swollen shut from smacking his head against the ice and suffering a gash that required 20-plus stitches. "He has concussion-like symptoms," Ruff said. "As soon as they clear up, it's going … [Read more...] about Drury will have more examinations

'The Sabres get salary cap relief for Paul Gaustad. The other players could be bargaining chips...' … [Read more...] about Dollar for dollar

'Regier can make the necessary deals that can push the Sabres over the top, dollar for dollar, so long as he comes up with the required imagination. So let's call the time between now and Tuesday afternoon what it is: his defining moment as the Sabres' general manager.' … [Read more...] about Regier faces defining moment

'Ruff got news of the fine before Colin Campbell, the NHL's director of hockey operations, arrived at Scotiabank Place yesterday. He met with with the coaches and general managers of both teams. Campbell made it clear he decided to come to the game in Ottawa because of what happened Thursday in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ruff stuff results in $10,000 fine

The players claim Mair made a "classless" comment to Heatley about former Atlanta Thrashers winger Dan Snyder during a heated on-ice exchange. Snyder died six days after a car accident in September 2003 in Atlanta with Heatley at the wheel. Heatley wouldn't comment on the allegations and Mair chose his words carefully when approached by the Sun.' … [Read more...] about Did Sabre cut too deep?

'"It's been written that Chris Neil is a bad guy in this," said Murray. "He plays on our first line and I know he hasn't scored since January. That doesn't mean he's reverted back to being a goon."' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach slapped with $10,000 fine

A swing back to hockey (Ottawa Citizen) Senators win on points (Ottawa Citizen) Sabres' Ruff stuff results in $10,000 fine (Ottawa Citizen) Emery doesn't need defensive help when it comes to fights, Neil says (Ottawa Citizen) Sens slug one out (Ottawa Sun) McGrattan raises roof (Ottawa Sun) Did Sabre cut too deep? (Ottawa Sun) Sabres coach slapped with $10,000 fine … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Ottawa Coverage

'You can love or hate Ruff, but don't mess with his players.' … [Read more...] about Ruff decides to play rough with Murray, Senators

'"I thought our guys were fearless. We went out and we were going through people, they were going through people. It turned out to be a tough hockey game at times. It turned out to be an exciting game."' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 6, Buffalo 5

'"We do not think this should be the standard, and we do not think it helps our game or the league," Golisano wrote, noting the NHL had informed the Sabres that the check was legal. "There is nothing manly about hitting a player that you can't see. ... There is nothing good to come of a policy that allows exciting, skilled players to be targets for what I believe to be a … [Read more...] about Sabres owner urges NHL review policy on blows to the head

'"That's how we do it here. The fair way, the honest way. We have the best one-two punch in the league," said McGrattan, referring to teammate Chris Neil. "I think we sent our message and we won the game."' … [Read more...] about Jason Spezza’s game winner helps Senators earn revenge against Sabres with 5-6 win

'"It's a physical game and it was a clean hit," Neil said. "You don't like to see a guy get hurt, but that's half the battle."' … [Read more...] about NHL fines Sabres coach Lindy Ruff for sending out tough guys in brawl

'"The puck came off a guy's stick and it came off the boards in the air," Miller said. "It passed me and Henrik (Tallinder) then almost passed Heatley. I don't know who caught it, but both guys tried to tie him up. It hit something and went right out front. It was a bad break."' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 6, Buffalo 5