Archives for December 28, 2010

'Quinn said Tuesday that contrary to a report in The Buffalo News, Pegula has not signed such a document to purchase the NHL team from majority owner Tom Golisano. He also refuted a television report that said Golisano would announce the sale when the world junior hockey championship wraps up here next week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres owner denies sale of team

'A source close to the situation tells 2 On Your Side's Scott Brown that the sale of the Buffalo Sabres to Pennsylvania billionaire Terry Pegula is expected to be announced at some point after the World Juniors Championship wraps up next week.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Sale to Terry Pegula To Be Announced Shortly

Game Day: Buffalo Sabres at Edmonton Oilers (Edmonton Journal) Buffalo (14-18-4) at Edmonton (12-16-6) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (14-18-4) at Edmonton Oilers (12-16-6) (The Sports Network) Sabres hope to rebound in Edmonton (NHL.com) Game Notes (EdmontoOilers.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Edmonton Coverage

'Myers did not take the ice for the warmup and it was announced just before faceoff he was a scratch for the first time during his two seasons after playing 117 consecutive games. Ruff said Myers told him after the morning skate he wasn't feeling well. The coach didn't know what Myers' status would be for tonight. "I don't think it's likely," Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose Myers, then game

'"I have to be able to get these guys the puck," Niedermayer said of Vanek and Ennis. "They're both creative players offensively. You lose a guy like Derek who has been so consistent, it's up to you be big and take the responsibility for everyone."' … [Read more...] about Niedermayer gets larger role with Roy out

'Jeanneret said one big adjustment he'll have to make is working with an analyst. Harry Neale will be on the air with him but most AHL broadcasters work games alone. "That's going to be a little different," he said. "I'll defer to the expertise and let them call things the way they see it. For two games, I don't think I will change much other than knowing I'll … [Read more...] about Announcer on call for Sabres trip

'"I remember a lot of details about this place," Krupp said before Germany's game against Slovakia on Monday night at HSBC Arena. "I remember some of the other places, too, but Buffalo was special because it was so fresh and different for me."' … [Read more...] about Krupp revisits his American roots in Buffalo

'"But I'm having a good time in Buffalo. It's a good family city for my wife, my kids and myself. A good hockey town. Of course it's not as crazy as here, but it's been a good transition to finally settle down, buy a home, put the kids in school and know they're going to be there for a little bit. It's comfortable, and that makes it easier to play."' … [Read more...] about Leopold carves his niche as a Sabre

Flames catch fire in big win over Sabres (Calgary Herald) Flames showing some signs of proof of life (Calgary Herald) Backlund eager to get back in lineup (Calgary Herald) Leopold carves his niche as a Sabre (Calgary Herald) Game Over: Calgary 5 Buffalo 2 (Calgary Herald) Photo gallery (Calgary Herald) Flames knock off Sabres (Calgary Sun) Sitting out 'painful' for … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Calgary Coverage

'"We got the lead and the next 40 minutes, some poor decisions on our part," said Buffalo forward Jochen Hecht. "We turned the puck over, they go the other way. We gave up 2-on-1's, 2-on-2's. We got lucky they were only up 2-1 after two."' … [Read more...] about Iginla, Jokinen lead Flames past Sabres 5-2

'The Flames only had six shots in the first period, getting off to a rusty start in their first game in four days. "It was probably a little bit slow on both sides. To their credit, they came out and won the first period," Iginla said. But it was almost all Calgary after that.' … [Read more...] about Calgary 5, Buffalo 2

'Ex-Sabre Ales Kotalik made it 3-1 Calgary with his first goal of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Strike First But Fall To Calgary 5-2