Archives for March 4, 2010

'''“There wasn’t anything there,” Ruff said. “It’s my job to get them ready to play. We’ve got a day and a half to get ready for Philly (on Friday). That falls on my shoulders. We didn’t play well tonight, and we broke down system-wise. We got away from playing the way we needed to play.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres flat in loss to Caps

'A day after being acquired in a trade with Columbus, Torres joined his new teammates for practice Thursday as Ruff reshuffled his top two lines. Torres, an eight-year NHL veteran, skated alongside Derek Roy and Jason Pominville. Slumping winger Thomas Vanek was united with Drew Stafford and center Tim Connolly, the team's top setup man.' … [Read more...] about Torres brings fresh perspective to slumping Sabres

'"It wasn't a very good performance," said winger Jason Pominville of Buffalo's second loss in as many nights post-Olympic break. "We're not going to win a lot of games when we score one goal, but the way we gave up opportunities, we're not going to win many games that way, either."' … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller shines in return; rest of Buffalo Sabres falter

'"This is not the time of year to make big player acquisitions," Regier said Wednesday afternoon, a couple of hours after he made two separate low-profile transactions which cost Buffalo defenseman Nathan Paetsch and left winger Clarke MacArthur while bringing left wing Raffi Torres here. "You can make them, but we're looking longer term."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres tweak roster with Raffi Torres

'The Buffalo offense was a mess, consistently turning the puck over in the neutral zone and at the Washington blue line. Buffalo was outshot overall, 40-24 -- and the count was 29-13 over the final 40 minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ homecoming night falls flat

'This year, there's a wide gap between the top five teams -- Washington, New Jersey and Pittsburgh in the East and San Jose and Chicago in the West -- and others such as Buffalo, Ottawa and Vancouver. The Capitals were busy for good reason Wednesday. They're capable of winning the darned thing. The Sabres' chances are slim at best.' … [Read more...] about Sabres acted quite wisely at deadline

'It was a great Buffalo sports moment, a collective thank-you that Miller won't soon forget. The people let him know how much they appreciated what he had done for his country, his community and his sport, and for carrying himself with dignity and intelligence.' … [Read more...] about An adoring ovation for you know who o Ryan Miller

'"It's a good day because I think it's a statement about a few things," Regier said. "We like this group of players here. We feel that with the addition of Raffi it's allowed us to get a little bigger on the wall. He's got good playoff experience. He's been to the finals. He's something that we think fits into this group of forwards."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fine-tune their roster

'He now will be assessed on a week-to-week basis by his treating neurosurgeon, Dr. Kevin J. Gibbons of University at Buffalo Neurosurgery, and his rehabilitation specialist, Dr. Phillip Kuruvilla, to determine when he will be able to return to his broadcast duties with the Sabres, according to a spokesman for Kaleida Health.' … [Read more...] about Mike Robitaille home but still undergoing therapy

Washington Capitals beat Buffalo Sabres, 3-1, in return from Olympic break (Washington Post) With four moves at NHL trade deadline, Capitals in position for run (Washington Post) Caps top Miller to snap skid (Washington Times) Caps add depth for playoffs (Washington Times) Postgame Notebook: Capitals 3, Sabres 1 (WashingtonCaps.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Washington Coverage

Blue Jackets make five deals in busy trade day (Columbus Dispatch) Columbus Blue Jackets Acquire Defenseman Nathan Paetsch (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Columbus Coverage

Thrashers add speed in trade for MacArthur (Atlanta Journal Constitution) Thrashers Acquire Forward Clarke MacArthur from Buffalo (AtlantaThrashers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Atlanta Coverage

'Miller made 37 saves in his first start since leading the United States to a silver medal and being selected the tournament MVP three days ago. He received a 45-second pregame standing ovation from the hometown fans, but was unable to help the Sabres shake out of their slumber.' … [Read more...] about Capitals throttle Sabres 3-1

'With the score tied in the third period, Washington took the lead with 9:32 to play in the game. Tomas Fleischmann skated the puck from the slot over to the right circle and passed back to Green in the slot for a one-timer that lit the lamp for his 15th goal of the season. Gordon then sealed the win in the final minute with an empty-net goal.' … [Read more...] about Washington 3, Buffalo 1

'The loss marked Buffalo's 8th in 9 games and was another missed opportunity to leapfrog Ottawa in the Northeast Division. The idle Senators (76 pts.) continue to lead the Sabres (75 pts.) with two games in hand. Fifth-place Buffalo will host 6th-place Philadelphia on Friday; the Flyers trail the Sabres by six points in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Close Out Deadline Day With 3-1 Loss to Caps