Archives for March 4, 2007

'They have captured 23 of their last possible 28 points, going 11-2 with a shootout loss since Jan. 30. Not bad for a team missing eight players to injury.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drink in a win

'"I think we stand by our statement from last week," Quinn said before Saturday night's game against the Maple Leafs. "I don't think our situation influenced [the Janssen suspension]. We were talking about a global issue and a change in the standard and asking for a review of it. I think that will happen. I don't like those hits. I don't think they're good for the game. I … [Read more...] about Suspension draws attention

'That's why Martin Biron was sent to Philadelphia. The Sabres wanted to keep him but couldn't risk the punishment from the league, whatever it may have been, which nobody knew. Their decision was based on talks with NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly, a lawyer, and disciplinarian Colin Campbell, a former coach and general manager.' … [Read more...] about League stacked deck against Regier

'The mere exchange of dirty looks gets Rick Jeanerette panting like a teenager at a strip club, so that's nothing new.' … [Read more...] about Hockey’s culture stuck in dark ages

'So why was Janssen suspended while Neil wasn't? "The explanation (the NHL) gave us was they felt the time between when (Drury) released the puck and when he was hit was a half-a-second and that didn't justify a late hit," Sabres managing partner Larry Quinn said. "I don't like those hits (to the head). I commend the league for taking action (on Janssen)."' … [Read more...] about Heads shake over late hit, head hit calls

Tucker returns (Toronto Star) Devils' Janssen suspended for hit on Kaberle (Toronto Star) NHL partners in crime (Toronto Star) Teary return for Tucks (Toronto Sun) Heads shake over late hit, head hit calls (Toronto Sun) Irreplaceable you (Toronto Sun) It's always the same old story (Toronto Sun) Maple Leafs continue to struggle at home (Toronto Globe and Mail) NHL … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage

'"The guys who are up are familiar with our organization," Miller said. "A lot of these guys challenged at camp to make the team. They have been really hungry all year. I think it helps that they know it's not going to be just a game or two."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Toronto 1

'"They're not first for nothing," said Leafs goalie J.S. Aubin, who stopped 26 of 29 shots. "They're lucky, they're good, they're fast, they're young. I thought we played pretty solid, we were in the game pretty much the whole game, we just couldn't solve Miller tonight."' … [Read more...] about Tucker’s return not enough as Maple Leafs fall to Sabres 3-1

'"This was an important win, because we were able to protect the lead," said Buffalo's Daniel Briere.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Toronto 1

'After no scoring in the first, Toni Lydman got the Sabres on the board five minutes into the second on a shot from the point that deflected in off a Toronto defenseman. Then late in the period, Buffalo extended their lead on the power play as Drew Stafford perfectly deflected in a pass from Brian Campbell to make it 2-0 heading to the third.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Take Care Of Leafs 3-1

'"Our goalie made some timely saves," said head coach Lindy Ruff.  "You need that.  You need key saves at key times, and you need key goals at key times."' … [Read more...] about Miller Backstops Sabres Win

'One night after besting hungry division rival Montreal with an eight-goal romp, the Sabres returned to Toronto for the second time in five days and clamped a vise on the equally-desperate hometown Maple Leafs, courtesy of rock-solid goaltending and a tenacious commitment to team defense.' … [Read more...] about Game # 65: Sabres 3, Maple Leafs 1

'In their last 10 games, the injury-riddled Sabres have gone 8-1-1 while scoring an incredible 43 goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep rolling along with 3-1 victory in Toronto

Kreps returns but Mancari's gone again (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage