Archives for October 2008

'"It's nothing pretty, but it's been hard work and it's been awesome for us," said defenseman Teppo Numminen, a member of both units. "It's getting on a roll, like winning games and getting good things happening to you. You play more relaxed and you're ready to react. Things are bouncing for us now, and I think that's where we get confidence from on both sides."' … [Read more...] about Special teams lead the way in hot streak

'“These are the nets that were on the ice when Jason Woolley scored the overtime goal in Game One of the series. ‘The shot heard round the hockey world’ as Rick Jeanneret called it. You have to smile about that,” said John Cimperman, an association board member.' … [Read more...] about Icing on the rink …

'This year’s 4-0 start shows the recipe hasn’t changed. Guys like Paille and MacArthur have emerged as legitimate top nine forwards. The swap for Rivet has added necessary grit. And Ruff has them pulling together, as Thomas Vanek’s grin on the bottom of an Ales Kotalik bear hug can attest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres talent needed time, not an overhaul

'When Vanek got dumped, he kept his bearings. While on his knees, he feathered a backhanded pass under the sticks of both O’Brien and Pavol Demitra into the slot that hit Ales Kotalik right in stride. Kotalik ripped a shot over Sanford’s shoulder that gave the Sabres their final margin of victory.' … [Read more...] about Vanek’s hustle creates a highlight

'Thanks to the persuasive skills of general manager Darcy Regier and the coaching of Lindy Ruff, the Sabres could be one of the great surprises of this NHL season.' … [Read more...] about Buffaloed

Sabres slash erratic Canucks (Vancouver Sun) Wellwood's stint in Vancouver lasted just one game (Vancouver Sun) Canucks lose to Sabres 5-2 in Buffalo (Vancouver Province) Goalie Sanford has a stinker (Vancouver Province) Photo gallery (Vancouver Province) Slow start costs Canucks (Canucks.com) Photo gallery (Canucks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Vancouver Coverage

'“Well, it’s not easy,” said Vanek, who has scored in each of the Sabres’ first four games this season. “We got an early jump on them, and from there on out we played pretty well.”' … [Read more...] about Vanek helps Sabres improve to 4-0 with 5-2 win

'“Well, it’s not easy,” said Vanek, who has scored in each of the Sabres’ first four games this season. “We got an early jump on them, and from there on out we played pretty well.”' … [Read more...] about Vanek helps Sabres improve to 4-0 with 5-2 win

'"We can stay under the radar all year," Vanek said. "This is a good team offensively, we know we can score goals. We've made a huge commitment to play good defensive hockey, and it's paying off for us right now."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Vancouver 2

'Jaroslav Spacek blasted a power play goal past Canucks netminder Curtis Sanford just 1:16 into the game, and it was basically all Buffalo after that.' … [Read more...] about Vanek, Kotalik Lead Sabres To 5-2 Win Over Vancouver

'“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