Archives for September 28, 2010

“He’s been my biggest supporter,” Miller said. “I just think he’s a really great person. I don’t think people realize how special he is and how nice he is. He’s outstanding.” … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Lalime Wins Praise as a Backup

'A few players rushed through the rain, heading for the warm and dry dressing room, ignoring the kids with the sopping wet papers and pens. Not Tyler Myers. The six-foot-eight-eight, 222-pound Sabres defenceman signed everything put in front of him, long after other players signing autographs had headed inside. “He’s a class act,” said one dad, watching Myers … [Read more...] about Rain and the NHL rule Dundas

“He’s been a big difference, both on and off the ice,” Regier said. “I think it’s not unlike other young players. It’s a maturation process. It’s your ability to stay focused. It’s your ability to keep your feet on the ground, know even more than an even-keel attitude, and really just to do the work. … [Read more...] about Sabres News & Notes: Regier Not Dealing With Kassian … Yet

'"I'm very excited. I really enjoy the city," Lalime said Monday before making 18 saves on 21 shots in the Sabres' 5-4 exhibition loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs in Air Canada Centre. "I love the fans, the city, love the team. I think we can accomplish a lot here so it's nice to be back."' … [Read more...] about Sabres may lean on Lalime

'"That's not correct," Regier said during the second intermission of the Sabres' preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Air Canada Centre. "We've talked about entering into talks with him. The conversations I've had were that we would at some point resume negotations but we haven't yet."' … [Read more...] about Kassian talks set to start

Kessel, Kulemin powering Leafs (Toronto Sun) Top forwards deliver for Leafs (Toronto Star) Great expectations, meet minor reality (Toronto Globe and Mail) Kessel, Kulemin lead Leafs to win (National Post) Kessel, Kulemin Spark Leafs (MapleLeafs.com) Photo gallery (MapleLeafs.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (AP) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Toronto Coverage

'Nathan Gerbe scored twice, and Drew Stafford and Jordan Leopold also had goals for the Sabres (1-1-0).' … [Read more...] about Sabres 4, Maple Leafs 5

'Buffalo has taken a different approach to its pre-season routine and was playing just its second game. As a result, coach Lindy Ruff only used about two-thirds of the lineup he'll start the season with.' … [Read more...] about Kulemin, Kessel scores twice in Leafs win

'Nathan Gerbe registered a pair of goals while Drew Stafford had one goal and two helpers for Buffalo. Jordan Leopold chipped in with a goal and an assist in defeat. Patrick Lalime allowed three goals on 21 shots in a starting role while Jhonas Enroth yielded two goals on 17 chances.' … [Read more...] about Toronto 5, Buffalo 4

'Patrick Lalime started between the pipes for the Sabres and was spelled by Jhonas Enroth in the second period. Lalime allowed 3 goals on 21 shots. The veteran logged 29:44 in goal for his first action of the exhibition schedule. Enroth stopped 15 of the 17 shots he faced in relief.' … [Read more...] about Leafs Drop Sabres 5-4