Archives for February 27, 2008

'But the better of the two Sabres teams, comparing last year's squad and the team the year before, was the team that just missed knocking off eventual Cup Champion Carolina. THAT team may not have had quite the regular season as the 2006-2007 bunch, but it was a team better suited for the playoffs, in retrospect.' … [Read more...] about Campbell Not Worth $6 Million Per Season

'Miller, struck by Marek Zidlicky’s blast from inside the blue line 3 minutes into the period, looked woozy, and briefly collapsed to the ice. Jan Hlavac, making his Predators debut, scored on the play by depositing the rebound into the open left side.' … [Read more...] about Sabres G Miller returns after being struck by shot to the mask

'"It's just frustrating because we felt like we had a team that could pursue a Stanley Cup for the last two years," Sabres goalie Ryan Miller said. "We're going to have to retool, regroup."' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Campbell part ways

'“I’ve had two guys in Darcy Regier and Lindy Ruff that have trusted me and put faith in me and watched me grow,” Campbell said. “It’s probably not to the extent of a father watching a son leave, but it gets to that extent in a lot of ways.”' … [Read more...] about A sad exit from Buffalo for Campbell

'“This is a real hockey city and I’m excited to be here.”' … [Read more...] about Bernier happy to be in Buffalo

'"The only thing I want to do is what I'm supposed to do on the ice," he said. "My goal is just to have fun, and that's what I'm going to do. I'm nervous, but sometimes nervous is good."' … [Read more...] about Bernier ready to make his mark with the Sabres

'Jason Pominville will take Brian Campbell's place on the point of the first power play unit. Dmitri Kalinin is paired with Jaro Spacek in place of Campbell for even strength hockey. Nathan Paetsch moves from the press box to the ice. Paetsch will be paired with Nolan Pratt.' … [Read more...] about Bernier To Skate Wth Roy And Vanek

'"Yesterday was a tough day," Ruff said during his weekly appearance on The Howard Simon Show. "Brian's been a big part of our team. I went with our daily routine and we were in our video meeting and I went back in the room and got Brian. Darcy and I sat down and talked to him."' … [Read more...] about Ruff Addresses Deadline Deal

'“You recognize that if you allow everyone to go to the unrestricted free agent market, and I’m not blaming anyone here, your draft cannot support the makeup of your hockey club,” Regier said. “Subsequently, in the best interest of the club, you have to get something back. Otherwise, you won’t have enough players and you won’t have … [Read more...] about Campbell ships out; Sabres get winger, pick in trade with Sharks

'The difference between the Sabres’ laughable three-year offer and the one he’ll receive this summer could be $20 million, maybe more, in guaranteed money. Taking a hometown discount is one thing, and using common sense is quite another. Put yourself in his skates.' … [Read more...] about Sabres made the most of sad situation

'“It’s just frustrating because we felt like we had a team that could pursue a Stanley Cup for the last two years,” said goaltender Ryan Miller. “We’re going to have to retool and regroup. The attitude needs to remain the same. We have a core group of guys who understands what it takes. We’re just going to have to find our spot, find our … [Read more...] about Sabres react to Campbell trade

'“I’ve got a lot of work to do right now,” he said. “There’s some things I want to clean up in my game. I’ve had a couple rough outings. I want to get back to where I’m just playing hockey. Maybe Brian moving on and getting past this situation we can all kind of go about our business.”' … [Read more...] about It&#8217s back to business of making the playoffs

'Diagnosed with acute lymphatic leukemia in June 2005, Kaitlyn was recently granted her one true wish, courtesy of the Make-A-Wish- Foundation of Western New York. That is, to have her family’s basement redone as an homage to the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about To a 13-year-old&#8217s delight, Sabres stars are waiting for her o in the basement

'In once again failing miserably to sign a key player, the Sabres confirmed what every one of their players already knew too well: Winning is not the ultimate objective.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to Miller: We won't pay o or win

'"We will see what Buffalo wants to do with me," said the second-year defenseman, whose development curve with the Amerks is quite similar to that of Campbell. "It opens the door for me a little more. It means there might be a little more space to do some things."' … [Read more...] about Sekera's ready for his shot