Archives for February 8, 2008

'A game in the next week seems like a perfect time for Sabres coach Lindy Ruff to rest workhorse Ryan Miller and grant backup Jocelyn Thibault a rare start. Ruff doesn't talk about his starting goalie, so know one knows if he will. But it wouldn't be surprising if Ruff kept riding Miller, something he's done nearly the entire season with Thibault playing shaky.' … [Read more...] about Clawing for playoff spot, Sabres likely to ride Miller

'Regier said that he and Campbell's agent have had conversations since Campbell's declaration, and that the two will speak next week. The Sabres' GM cautioned that the talks have not progressed to the point where an offer was discussed.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres And Agent For Campbell Still Talking

'“The way the game is now, especially with a lot of teams backing off and lining up, your centerman is usually the guy that gets the puck the most,” Ruff said. “Jochen has the puck a lot more when he plays center than he does on the wings.”' … [Read more...] about Hecht is center of attention

'Connolly will need surgery to repair a bone spur and a torn labrum in his hip. The recovery time is about 10 weeks, and there are only eight weeks left in the regular season. He’d be back early in the playoffs, provided the Sabres make them and the recovery goes smoothly.' … [Read more...] about Connolly is trying to keep hope alive

'"I'm nowhere near 100 percent. My one leg is a lot weaker than the other, and therefor, I have a lot of muscles compensating. It's just something where I've got to push it right to the limit and then bring it back."' … [Read more...] about Connolly continues to push forward

Sabres mix it up, finally beat Devils in shootout (AP) Boston Bruins (27-21-5) at Buffalo Sabres (25-21-7) (The Sports Network) Pregame Notes: Bruins @ Sabres (BostonBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Boston Coverage

Mancari honored with AHL All-Star appearance (LetsGoSabres.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage