Archives for January 17, 2008

'“I have always said that it is a shame that Buffalo has never hosted another All-Star Game,” said Perreault, who today works part-time for the Sabres as a corporate and community relations liaison. “It is truly sad because Buffalo is such a great hockey city. Look at the job they did for the NHL Winter Classic that was held on New Year’s Day. They … [Read more...] about Hometown delivery by Perreault

'"We put him in a full-go situation," said head coach Lindy Ruff regarding Roy's participation in practice. "He's close to being able to return. We're hopeful that tomorrow comes along and he'll be able to play."' … [Read more...] about Tomorrow decision day for Roy

'Nevertheless, it's obvious that the Sabres weren't about to draft a huge deal for Campbell. But that won't stop me from pondering some deals that I would offer Campbell if I were GM.' … [Read more...] about Deal or no deal?

'The NHL went to the current standings format when introducing the shootout for the 2005-06 season. Any defeat in overtime or in the shootout goes in the third category called "overtime." So it's win, loss or overtime. What no longer exists in the NHL is an undefeated streak. Only winning streaks, losing streaks, or winless streaks.' … [Read more...] about Confusion over Buffalo Sabres slump: it's not a losing streak

'The game’s key segment unfolded in the next four minutes after the Prucha goal. Marek Malik was sent off for holding at 10:48 and Drury got another holding call eight seconds later. The Sabres had a five-on-three advantage for 1:52 but it was a disaster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stuck on skid row

'“But it was careless, it was reckless and you can’t have that in the game. If he isn’t seriously hurt, I’m happy. But we’ve got enough guys out of the lineup, we don’t need another guy hurt.”' … [Read more...] about Late cross-check upsets Ruff

'"There are lots of things to consider between now and the end of the season," Regier told reporters. "Where he is, where the team is, the trade deadline. You look at all of those and not close off any options. I don't have any preconceived notions here. I think that first and foremost we'd like to have him signed. But on the other side of it, you've got to look at all of the … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t afford to lose Campbell

Rangers' kids pierce Sabres (New York Daily News) Grinders help Rangers to victory over Sabres (New York Newsday) Rangers halt skid, still need repairs (Staten Island Advance) Post-game notes (NewYorkRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage

'Buffalo snapped its run of three straight shootout losses, but still couldn't find a way to win. The Sabres haven't come out on top since a 6-5 shootout victory at Philadelphia on Dec. 22 (0-5-5).' … [Read more...] about NY Rangers 2, Buffalo 1

'"We didn't make a lot of good plays," said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "We didn't make good decisions."' … [Read more...] about NY Rangers 2, Buffalo 1

'Less than three minutes into the second Buffalo would tie it on a tic-tac-toe passing play between four Sabres with Jason Pominville pounded the puck into a gaping net. Midway through the period the Rangers regained the lead as Petr Prucha tipped Paul Mara’s shot from the point right off the face off.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Drop Tenth Straight With 2-1 Loss In NY

'"There should probably be a suspension on that last play," said Ruff. "You look at what happened to Clarke MacArthur and the league has to look at it. That was a definite intent to hurt somebody. [MacArthur] could have maybe gotten seriously hurt."' … [Read more...] about MacArthur driven into net

'The Sabres went 0 for 5 with the man-advantage including a 5-on-3 power play for 1:52 during the second period of play. Buffalo only managed five shots on goal in the third period.' … [Read more...] about No end in sight

Griffins earn shootout win in goaltender's return (Grand Rapids Press) Amerks lose in shootout, but point streak continues (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage