Archives for April 6, 2008

'“It’s not a decision that we’re going to make, we’ve already made it,” Quinn told The Associated Press a day before the Sabres are scheduled to clean out their lockers. “We clearly want those guys to be part of the long-term success here."' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 top priorities include re-signing Miller, Pominville

'In September, he wasn’t even allowed to raise his arms after having a heart valve repaired. On his second shift in TD Banknorth Garden, he was throwing his 39-year-old body into one of Boston’s biggest players.' … [Read more...] about Numminen returns to Sabres

'They never gave up. There was no skate for the bus. They battled until the last tick of the clock in Montreal on Thursday night. That counts for a lot, mainly that they were determined to give the fans a complete run for their money.' … [Read more...] about Work-in-progress Sabres battled to the bitter end

Forward-thinking Bruins to face Canadiens (Boston Globe) Once again, odds not in their favor (Boston Globe) Goalie came up big down stretch (Boston Globe) B’s lose in season finale (Boston Herald) Bergeron moves forward (Boston Herald) Lackluster finish may factor in postseason (Boston Herald) Savard’s on road back from injury (Boston Herald) Relaxed B's … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Boston Coverage

'“We spent two days talking about making sure we came to play,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. “That’s really not any consolation, winning the game. But winning the game is a positive."' … [Read more...] about Sabres end season with 3-0 win over playoff-bound Bruins

'“I haven’t played for many months, so I was nervous at the start with my timing,” Numminen said after skating 18 shifts in his only game of the season. “As the game went on, I felt more comfortable.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres defenseman Teppo Numminen plays first game 6 1/2 months after open heart surgery

'"I just wanted to finish with a good game and at least go home with a good taste," Thibault said. "Guys just played a tremendous game tonight. We played probably our best defensive game of the year, and I appreciate the fact they did that for me."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Boston 0

'The Sabres finish the season in tenth place in the Eastern Conference missing the playoffs just one season after winning the President’s Trophy for best record in the league. The last team to do that was the New York Rangers who won the President’s Trophy the 1991-92 season and then missed the playoffs the next year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres End Season With Shutout Win

Griffins take advantage of Amerks (Rochester D&C) Coach suits up as backup goalie (Rochester D&C) Griffins beat Americans, snap losing streak (Grand Rapids Press) Griffins squeak by Amerks 3-2 (Amerks.com) Corazzini's late goal lifts Griffins (GriffinsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage