Archives for March 10, 2009

'“You just can’t rely on that aspect of your game,” he said. “You still have to be able contribute and do well in five-on-five situations. Whether it’s just staying even throughout those situations and winning it on the specialty teams, you can’t give up more than you get five-on-five and hope to win your hockey games.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres 5-on-5 game needs to catch up with special teams play

'While five years may seem like an eternity in this era of instant news, it’s only yesterday to Moore’s brother. Dominic Moore, the Buffalo Sabres’ newest forward, can vividly recapture the broken neck and severe concussion suffered by his brother during Bertuzzi’s attack from behind.' … [Read more...] about Moore draws lesson from brother&#8217s mishap

'“He understands that he’s going to have some different wingers at times and he’s be thrown in some different spots. He understands the system pretty good now,” Ruff said. “He was in on a couple of situations in Ottawa that were good offensive opportunities and he did a good job penalty killing for us. Special teams have been good, and we’d … [Read more...] about Moore trying to find his niche with Buffalo

Briere and Biron hope to be on ice vs. Sabres (Philadelphia Inquirer) Briere hoping for fast return to Flyers lineup (Philadelphia Daily News) Tonight's game (Philadelphia Daily News) So close, so far for Briere (Bucks County Courier Times) Buffalo (33-26-7) at Philadelphia (35-19-10) (AP) Flyers look to build off latest win vs. Sabres (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'“I think at this time of the year it’s important that everybody gets their rest in,” Jason Pominville said. “We just came off three games in four nights and we have a busy schedule this upcoming week. It’s going to be tough so it’s good to have that option.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold optional skate