Archives for March 30, 2007

'All but locked in, Buffalo can bank on playing the No. 8 seed. The big problem is that the opponent can be any of seven clubs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres plan for playoffs

'Through 76 games, at least one Sabres defenseman has been injured for 69 of them.' … [Read more...] about Full stable of defensemen expected tonight

'“It’s something that you absolutely love to help out with,” said Lindy Ruff, head coach of the Eastern Conference- leading Buffalo Sabres. “Not only has our organization stepped up, the whole community has.”' … [Read more...] about A night of warmth on ice

'"An excellent crowd," said officer Brian Griffin, who also skated in the game. "They stepped up to the plate just like I knew they would throughout Buffalo and all of Western New York. It's going to a great cause, because she's going to need a lot of recovering, and a lot of rehabilitation."' … [Read more...] about A Game of Greater Value

DiPietro can't head to Buffalo (New York Daily News) Brass finally uses the 'C' word (Newsday) Can't hide the truth (Newsday) Injuries force Snow to sign Simpson (Newsday) Nolan stays true to his roots in NHL coaching return (USA Today) NY Islanders (36-28-12) at Buffalo (49-20-7) (AP) Islanders G DiPietro to miss 2nd straight game (AP) Sabres aim to move closer to … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage (Updated 11:00 a.m.)

'"Danny is a terrific competitor and a great skater, and some opportunities that he has had, we need him to finish on and that's a great step in the right direction," coach Lindy Ruff said of his goal Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Paille emerging as playmaker for Sabres

'While Ryan was playing a primary scoring role with the Amerks, he found himself in more of a checking role with the Sabres. "I think I showed I could contribute in different situations," said the fourth-year veteran, who made his NHL debut back in November. "Playing with Chris Drury, we were usually against the other team's top line."' … [Read more...] about Ryan back after taking it to next level

'The Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena will play host to the Buffalo Sabres Alumni, who will play a benefit hockey game against the Labatt Blue All-Stars on Sunday with the face-off scheduled for 1 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Alumni Will Play At Arena On Sunday