Archives for September 2007

'Sabres defenseman Teppo Numminen had successful open heart surgery Thursday to repair a faulty valve and hopes to be back on the ice within three months.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Numminen's heart surgery termed successful

'After I became a free-agent I got a call from Buffalo and got an offer from them. It's a good team and good organization and I was looking forward to joining a team that was a contender obviously this year. I've always respected Buffalo as an organization and as a team. They have always been competitive and a solid franchise. You're always happy where you are but this is a … [Read more...] about Q and A with Jocelyn Thibault

'This season, Sabres fans will be able to watch all 82 of the team’s regular season games. MSG will broadcast 71 regular season games, and the Sabres will appear seven times nationally on Versus and four on NBC -- including the Winter Classic that will be played outdoors at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Tuesday, January 1 at 1 p.m.' … [Read more...] about 2007-08 broadcast schedule announced

The 6-foot-4 winger was all over the ice. He made many key plays tonight by either keeping the puck in the offensive zone or back-checking aggressively enough to come away with the puck in the defensive zone. Of all the players in camp that could surprise come cut-down day, Mancari may have been the best tonight. … [Read more...] about Mancari impresses during intra-squad scrimmage at HSBC Arena

'The Sabres were one of the favorites to win the Stanley Cup last season, but the loss of Briere and Drury will make a title run a bit difficult this season. However, just because Buffalo won't be considered an Eastern Conference powerhouse this season, doesn't mean the team will be left out of the playoffs. After all, head coach Lindy Ruff has taken less … [Read more...] about 2007-08 Buffalo Sabres Preview

'"Maybe we'll have guys who look to me as a leader even though I don't play as much or get as many points or wear a letter on my sweater. I just want to have their respect."' … [Read more...] about Peters finds a home in Buffalo

'Nonetheless, the league is prepared for various scenarios to delay the game, including holding back the start time in the event of liquid precipitation or too warm temperatures; in the event that the game is not playable on New Year’s Day, January 2 would serve as an alternate play date. Said Bettman, “We have a list of variables in mind. We will be in … [Read more...] about ''This Is Going to Be Big!''

'“Whether I played again or not, the odds turn against you at one point, and I guess they would have turned soon,” Numminen said. “They can’t say if it’s going to be two months or two years, but something happens and then you’re in trouble. Then it’s too late.”' … [Read more...] about Surgery has Numminen anxious

'But have faith. The game will draw a respectable TV audience among Americans who may have already had their fill of lower-level college football games. And it will be a nice cold day for a really hot event. Let’s snow, Buff-a-lo!' … [Read more...] about Filling the NHL&#8217s Ice Bowl

'Instead, it's a way to create a gate three to four times the size of a usual Sabres home gate while wrapping the entire effort in faux nostalgia. Just a little more dabbling by the caretakers of the sport.' … [Read more...] about Outdoor hockey in Buffalo? Absurd

'The league is expected to take on seven figures worth of red ink to stage the contest, but they're obviously looking at it as a loss leader. As well they should. Given what Crosby means to the game, the long-term value of that exposure makes the Winter Classic the most important game of the season, bar none.' … [Read more...] about Winter wonderland

'When Golisano -- the founder of Paychex, a payroll services company -- took over, he emphasized three points: the franchise had to be a great place to work, it needed to be a great product for fans, and it had to make money.' … [Read more...] about Miracle on ice: How Sabres turned it around

'"I don't think our style needs to change," said the former Michigan State star. "People are really just speculating on how we're going to react, but let's see how some guys who had great years last year and guys who are promoted fill in before we start jumping to conclusions. We played very well with the core group of guys that we … [Read more...] about Buffalo to be singing the blues? Don't play that tune yet

'“I think obviously there has been some good growth,” said Amerks head coach Randy Cunneyworth of Zagrapan's rookie campaign. “I think his size and strength has certainly improved. He’s worked awfully hard over the course of the summer, not only in the weight room but also with regard to his hockey skills. I think it’s proving to be a recipe for … [Read more...] about Zagrapan learning the ropes

'"I don't know if anybody thought they would go that fast," Gilbert said, then addressing the tickets reserved for season ticket holders. "When Tom Golisano bought this team under Larry Quinn, our philosophy was to do whatever we can to take care of our season ticker holders. Yesterday was another indication of how we're taking care of our best … [Read more...] about Gilbert Explains Winter Classic Tickets