Archives for October 5, 2007

Islanders, Sabres sport new looks after key departures (Sportsticker) Tonight: A New Season Begins (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage

'With that in mind, and the Sabres home season starting tonight, here’s a survey of some of the more popular places for fans within walking distance. Like the way last season ended? Maybe it’s time to bust the jinx and branch out a bit.' … [Read more...] about As the Sabres drop the first puck, a guide to HSBC Arena area watering holes

'“I think we’re out to prove a lot of people wrong with the way things have been said the last couple weeks, with the losses and everything,” Ryan said Thursday. “I’m looking forward to seeing all these different guys step up and take advantage. As much as people don’t want to talk about it, I think a lot of guys in here feel they have a … [Read more...] about Sabres open season with lots to prove

'“There’s been good days, bad days. It’s been emotional. It’s tough physically and mentally as well. You go through something like this, you go through everything. You think about the worst thing that can happen, good things and everything in between.”' … [Read more...] about Numminen tells of emotional toll

'"The only people building an excuse seems to be the media," Miller said in reference to the lower expectations that have been put on the team as it prepares to begin the season tonight at HSBC Arena against the New York Islanders. "We're here with the same attitude and we're expecting the same things.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ spirit riding high despite no Briere, Drury

'Look for a second-place finish in the Northeast Division behind Ottawa and somewhere between fourth- and sixth-place in the conference.' … [Read more...] about If The Stars Align, This Could Be Another Special Season For Sabres

'“The Sabres are a different story entirely - they far outdraw the Bills,” said Rudy Bersani, who owns Slick Willie’s Sports and Party Bar on Sheridan Drive in the Town of Tonawanda. On a good night, the crowd gathering to watch a Sabres game at Slick Willie’s will be over 100, while for a Bills game, it’s between 30 and 40, Bersani said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are good for business

'"It's been amazing what one day makes," said Numminen. "Everyday, I've been feeling better. There is actually no pain right now. I'll start going to rehab next week [in Buffalo]. We'll see how things are going to go. I think that six-week [period] is the main cure. It's the major date to make sure that everything heals well. … [Read more...] about Numminen visits Sabres practice

'The Buffalo Sabres announced today they will be holding a “Party in the Plaza” on Friday prior to the start of the 37th season opener in franchise history. Game time against the New York Islanders is 7:30 p.m. The Presidents’ Trophy will be on display in the HSBC Arena Pavilion from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fans will be able to take photographs of the trophy … [Read more...] about Party plaza and Presidents' Trophy