Archives for November 13, 2009

'Pominville beat Miikka Kiprusoff with a wrist shot that went between the goalie’s legs. Miller then stopped Rene Bourque’s attempt to secure the bonus point.' … [Read more...] about Pominville scores shootout winner for Sabres

'The shootout moved to the fourth round after Roy scored on a nifty deke of Kiprusoff on a rising forehand shot and Olli Jokinen returned the favor by slipping a backhander between the pads of Miller. Jarome Iginla was robbed of a shot in close by Miller, and Pominville blasted one into the back of the net. Miller was then able to end it by sliding to his right and closing the … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 1 (SO)

'Most of the Buffalo Sabres said before Friday night's contest that it would be a good one. They weren't kidding.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Outduel Flames for a 2-1 SO Win

'“I think sometimes (not talking) develops good leadership, too,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Ruff&#8217s pulling back on pushing players

'"I don't want to get too satisfied with that," he said. "The points are nice and it shows I can contribute offensively but obviously I want to take care of my own end first."' … [Read more...] about Rookie Myers enjoying early ride

'"I started to come to my own on how to produce points and what to do in certain situations in the offensive zone, and I tried to take that into Buffalo. It's been going well so far. I want to make sure I keep playing with the intensity that allows me to get those opportunities to get points on the board. It's a long season, but I want to keep that going."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie a feared giant

'"We asked for something, and we asked for their respect in looking into it. We've had some conversations about it, but it's just such a slow reaction from the different parts of hockey. The GM meetings, players have asked for it to be taken seriously every year, and there's no appetite for it. It's never going to go through on a vote."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Miller is tired of head shots

'"Mike's been a great asset to our team, and hopefully he can go," Kaleta said. "If I'm called up to fill a bigger part, it's an opportunity for me and I'm going to try and do my best."' … [Read more...] about If necessary, Kaleta will fill Grier’s role

Rookie Myers enjoying early ride (Calgary Herald) Game Day, Calgary at Buffalo (Calgary Herald) Sabres rookie a feared giant (Calgary Sun) Flames Tonight (Calgary Sun) Calgary (11-4-1) at Buffalo (10-4-1) (AP) Calgary Flames (11-4-1) at Buffalo Sabres (10-4-1) (The Sports Network) Two top goalies face off as Flames visit Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Calgary Coverage

Portland makes itself at home (Buffalo News) Injured Gerbe misses game (Buffalo News) Pirates bounce back, win in Buffalo (Portland Press Herald) Amerks denied shot at 12th straight win (Rochester D&C) Rochester Amerks' Fitzpatrick needs surgery (Rochester D&C) Pirates take down top team in AHL (Maine Hockey Journal) Pirates Double Americans for HSBC Victory … [Read more...] about Friday’s Portland Coverage