Archives for December 2007

'“The bottom line is that this is about Chris as a human being more than a hockey player right now,” Nolan said. “He’s had something taken away from him that he’s been doing his whole life. Now, we have to support him through a very difficult time.”' … [Read more...] about Isles&#8217 Simon suspended 30 games

'While the wooden seats that make up the Aud’s old “Blue Section” are salvageable, Brown said the fabriccovered seats in other sections need to be inspected to make sure they’re clean enough to be offered to the public. The building is filled with mold and asbestos. In fact, reporters were strongly encouraged to wear face masks during Wednesday’s … [Read more...] about Putting a price on Aud lang syne

Islanders accept Simon's suspension, but deny Colin Campbell's claims (New York Daily News) Isles had a shot (New York Newsday) Okposo leaves school, could join Islanders soon (New York Newsday) Okposo leaves Minnesota to sign with New York Islanders (AP) Okposo leaves college to sign with Islanders (The Sports Network) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage

'Ryan Miller face 43 shots and stopped all but one of them to lift the Buffalo Sabres to a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders on Wednesday night. Maxim Afinogenov provided the game-winning goal on the power play with 2:17 left in regulation.' … [Read more...] about Outshot but not outscored

Healthier Rats end 2-game slump (Albany Times Union) Amerks lose seventh straight in Albany (Amerks.com) Hughes' Goal Ignites Comeback Win Over Amerks (AlbanyRiverRats.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'That helped Buffalo win its fourth straight and sent New York to its seventh loss in eight games (1-6-1) despite a 43-17 shots advantage. Derek Roy also scored for the Sabres, who split the four-game series after losing twice to the Islanders in the first two games of the season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, NY Islanders 1

'Afinogenov one-timed a cross-ice feed from Brian Campbell at the right circle under left arm of DiPietro to put the Sabres ahead 2-1 with 2:17 remaining in regulation. The goal was scored just as Islanders defenseman Freddy Meyer vacated the penalty box.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, NY Islanders 1

'Derek Roy left the bench with about two minutes left in the first period and did not return with what is being called an upper body injury. Tim Connolly also didn’t finish the game as he stayed in the locker room after the second intermission because of illness.' … [Read more...] about Miller stands tall in 2-1 win over Isles

'"I'm not going to lie, it's going to be I think pretty emotional games coming up, back-to-back against Buffalo," said Briere. "But for us, the most important part right now is that we're in a little bit of a slump. We're trying to find our way. So those games are more about us trying to get back on track than about Danny Briere and … [Read more...] about Daniel Briere returns to Buffalo for first time since leaving for Philly

Roy, Sabres look for fourth straight win (Sportsticker) Islanders Look to Win Season Series Vs. Buffalo (NewYorkIslanders.com) Opposite directions (LetsGoSabres.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New York Coverage

'“We’ve been approached by so many people who are interested in having something from the Aud,” she said. “We think it is important to let as many people as possible have a share and keep the memories alive.”' … [Read more...] about Aud's old seats, dasher boards may go on auction block

'“It’s been a while since I’ve played,” Kalinin said after practice. “There’s nothing you can do about it. [Injuries] happen. They can happen to anyone and you just have to battle through them. When you’re watching, you want to play and that’s the hardest part of it.”' … [Read more...] about Kalinin set to return, skate with Paetsch

'“[Coach Lindy Ruff] came up to us and talked about how the numbers were just average and we wanted to be better,” said Derek Roy, who has won 66.2 percent the last five games. “We’ve been above average the last few games, doing a great job in that department.”' … [Read more...] about Problems on faceoffs put front and center

'This will be a 1 p.m. game, instead of the evening game it was in Edmonton, which could make the glare of the sun a problem. "It might be an issue," said Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller, who starred at Michigan State and participated in the Cold War. "It's something we'll probably have to take into consideration -- maybe eye black or maybe even sun … [Read more...] about Penguins vs. Sabres: Players prepared for another big chill

'Two former Sabres in question of course are center Danny Briere and goaltender Marty Biron. The two have become the heart and soul of their new team. Briere centers the Flyers' top line and leads the squad with 15 goals and has added 20 assists. Like in Buffalo, Briere has struggled with his defense and is minus-8 for the season.' … [Read more...] about Old home week