Archives for April 5, 2007

'Which leads to Kmiec, who was recently presented his own jersey after the team learned he was wearing one of the Sabres' older-style red-and-black tops. "I do have an inside track," Sabres owner Tom Golisano said with a wink, when asked where he managed to find a jersey. "I wear it at our confirmations," Kmiec said. "I say the word, 'Sabres,' and I have everybody's attention … [Read more...] about There’s no escaping the Sabres in Buffalo

'With two games left in their regular season, the Sabres are now minus only two regulars: center Tim Connolly, who has resumed practicing after missing the entire season with a concussion and knee injury; and forward Paul Gaustad, who isn't expected back this season after having surgery to repair a sliced tendon in his left leg.' … [Read more...] about Sabres RW Afinogenov back after missing 21 games

'“They are all little things in the big picture,” Ruff said. “We know how difficult the postseason is going to be. We want to use these last four games - counting (Tuesday) - as really our mini-playoff series leading into the playoffs.”' … [Read more...] about Don&#8217t expect any letup from Sabres

'They also have two key intangibles - focus and perspective.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stay on road for Stanley Cup

'“We definitely want to keep our foot on the gas pedal,” Sabres winger Jason Pominville said. “We want to get ourselves ready for the playoffs. We’re playing teams that aren’t really battling for the playoffs, but they’re playing for pride right now. For the most part, we have to worry about what we’re doing and get ourselves ready … [Read more...] about Sabres determined to stay focused

'“Max is a possibility for all three,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Look for Afinogenov in tonight&#8217s lineup

Sabres thumbnails (Boston Globe) Bruins at Buffalo Sabres (Quincy Patriot Ledger) Boston (35-39-6) at Buffalo (51-21-7) (AP) Sabres still in running for Presidents' Trophy (Sportsticker) Boston Bruins (35-39-6) at Buffalo Sabres (51-21-7) (The Sports Network) Game notes (BostonBruins.com) Game # 80: Boston @ Buffalo (SabresFans.com) Afinogenov could return tonight as … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Boston Coverage (Updated 1:00 p.m.)

'"He's made his decision," said head coach Lindy Ruff about Connolly. "He thinks that he can play. I think the decision now is, do we have him at a good enough level?"' … [Read more...] about End Of Recovery Period In Sight?

'Numminen has undergone multiple surgeries to correct heart abnormalities and this season broke the NHL record for most games played by European-trained player.' … [Read more...] about Numminen Nominated For Masterton Trophy

'The four squads feature 37 NHL prospects, including three future Sabres. In addition, Drew Stafford and Ryan Miller have a vested interest in the outcome as their alma maters -- North Dakota and Michigan State -- fight for the coveted NCAA title.' … [Read more...] about Frozen four

With the regular season all but over, it should have been apparent to most who watched Tuesday night's game that although The Crosby Era in the NHL will arrive soon enough, The Buffalo Era is dawning first. … [Read more...] about Crosby Era coming, but this moment belongs to Buffalo

'In the lockerroom before the game, Imlach told the team how much he wanted a victory over the Russians, and from the first drop of the puck the Sabres delivered. They put constant pressure on the puckhandler and then utilized the trap on defense. Anytime a Wings player tried to enter the Sabres’ zone, Schoenfeld, Guevremont and especially Korab would hit him.' … [Read more...] about 1976 rout of Soviets a top moment in Sabres history

Amerks' Dennis blocks Marlies despite barrage of shots (Rochester D&C) Spitzer mixes with ordinary fans (Rochester D&C) Ex-Knights foil Marlies (AP) Amerks Top Toronto (RNews.com) Amerks beat Toronto 5-3 to move closer to playoffs (Amerks.com) Amerks Down Marlies (TorontoMarlies.com) Amerks move closer to playoffs with win over Toronto (LetsGoSabres.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage