Archives for January 2008

'Stafford suffered an ankle injury in Wednesday's victory over Florida. He left the game early and did not practice Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Stafford Out For Friday

'"We're still having trouble burying pucks, but I think the way we've played lately we're proving to ourselves that we can win different types of games," Miller said. "We're probably a few wins shy of where I thought we would be, but other than early in the season our effort has been there and we're climbing. That's where you … [Read more...] about Sabres rattled less after a flummoxing first half

'Stafford injured his ankle in the final minute of the first period. The play was in the Panthers’ zone, and Stafford’s right leg got caught under Florida defenseman Bryan Allen. Stafford stayed on the bench for the final 45 seconds of the period, then was trailed to the dressing room by trainer Tim Macre.' … [Read more...] about Miller shuts the door

'The Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp. has already spent more than $15,000 to salvage approximately 500 of the 4,000 blue section seats, Executive Director Charles Rosenow said. Budget and time constraints make it unlikely additional seats can be saved, said Rosenow, who is overseeing day-to-day operations related to the cleanup and razing of the Aud.' … [Read more...] about Aud memories many, but old seats are few

'In other words, few Sabres are reaching their potential this season. Unless that changes soon, the team's season will end much sooner than anticipated.' … [Read more...] about Sabres responsible for team's decline

Panthers' Stumpel returns from injury (Miami Herald) Nothing doing (Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel) Panthers' struggles continue (Palm Beach Post) Photo gallery (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Florida Coverage

'The shutout was Miller's second of the season. He beat Atlanta 6-0 on Oct. 11.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 1, Florida 0

'"It felt nice," said Vanek, referring to the lone tally. "I mean I've had 20 of those (scoring chances) already this year and that's the first one I got in. So, it was nice but, like I said, I'm more worried about winning. That's three in a row and we'll go for four in Atlanta."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 1, Florida 0

'After no scoring in the first, the Sabres took the lead just 40 seconds into the second as Thomas Vanek pounded home a power play goal.' … [Read more...] about Miller Shines In Shutout

'The news was not all good for the Sabres leaving the arena with a win. Winger Drew Stafford left the game in the second period with an apparent ankle injury after getting tangled up with Florida's Bryan Allen.' … [Read more...] about Sunny smiles

Buffalo (22-21-6) at Florida (22-24-5) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (22-21-6) at Florida Panthers (22-24-5) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Florida Coverage

'“We had a couple good chances off rushes, and we capitalized,” said MacArthur, who was just as pleased with the line’s defensive work. “I mean, we were playing against the Lecavalier line, their ‘D’ are pinching, and they’re going nonstop offense. It was just kind of guard the fort as best we could there.”' … [Read more...] about Quiet determination for Sabres

'“It’s not just another game, but once it starts I’m sure it will be,” Pratt said. “I’m still very good friends with at least half these guys.”' … [Read more...] about Pratt skates against ex-teammates

Feaster Eyes Top Prospects (Tampa Tribune) Lightning sale's exclusivity time closing (St. Petersburg Times) Bolts Drop 4-2 Decision to Sabres (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage

'The Sabres have won nine of their last 10 against the Lightning, including six straight in Tampa.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Tampa Bay 2