Archives for October 18, 2008

'“That’s my job, that’s why I’m here and I enjoy doing it as well,” Kaleta said. “I like to throw around and stir it up and hit and hopefully create power plays and create some energy for the guys with more gifted skills. Lately they’ve been cashing in so it’s great to see that everyone is contributing from top to bottom. … [Read more...] about Kaleta’s crushing impact

'Thomas Vanek had a goal and a pair of assists, and Ales Kotalik scored twice to help the Buffalo Sabres stay unbeaten on the young season with a 5-2 thumping of Vancouver.' … [Read more...] about Sabres cruise past Canucks to remain perfect

'The Buffalo Sabres used a three goal first period and another solid defensive performance to dominate Vancouver in all areas of the game and beat the Canucks 5-2 tonight at HSBC Arena. Ales Kotalik scored two goals for Buffalo and Thomas Vanek scored a goal and added two assists to lead the Sabres to their fourth straight win to open the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stay razor sharp against Canucks

'Roy continues to create space all over the ice with his speed and slick hands. Stafford was far more involved tonight and what else can you say about the way Thomas Vanek is playing? Four games, four first star selections for Must See TV!' … [Read more...] about These Sabres show no signs of letting up

Pirates Participate in Team-Building at USM (PortlandPirates.com) #3: Hulst and Kolzig Put Pirates in the Driver’s Seat (PortlandPirates.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Portland Coverage

'“You can’t stress enough that when injuries pop up, you need players that are going to be able step in and be good players for you,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said Thursday after a short practice. “I think when the season was going to open we were thinking about how we were going to get some of these guys in and we had too many forwards.”' … [Read more...] about So far, Buffalo is handling injuries