Archives for January 14, 2011

'"It was a really good effort as a group," Buffalo defenseman Tyler Myers said. "It was definitely a good win for us, especially the way they're going. It was a good test. We know that we're a team that can make a push here in the playoffs, so we just have to make sure we do it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres take step in right direction

'Those who advocate immediate change might argue that the Sabres look like playoff outsiders this season even though they've spent close to the salary cap. But why are they close to the cap? Is it Regier's fault that both Drury and Briere got away, unpopular departures that compelled ownership to match the hefty Thomas Vanek offer sheet to avoid further damage in fan relations? … [Read more...] about Pegula needs to know who is culpable

'"He's done everything we've asked and probably more," said coach Lindy Ruff. "When it comes to putting goals on the board, again another fight gave us a little bit energy at the same time. He goes out and goes after it. He's a good two-way player."' … [Read more...] about McCormick hits personal milestones

Photo gallery (Raleigh News and Observer) Photo gallery (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (AP) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Carolina Coverage

'Cody McCormick scored the go-ahead goal, got into a fight and drew a key penalty in the Buffalo Sabres’ 3-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night.' … [Read more...] about McCormick powers Sabres past Hurricanes, 3-2

'Nathan Gerbe, Cody McCormick, and Drew Stafford scored for the Sabres, who have won three of four.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Carolina 2

'This may be the most complete home game the Sabres have played this season, and much of the credit should go to McCormick. He has scored, gotten into a fight and drew the penalty that helped extend the lead. He is one of the few bright spots from a rather dull 2010 off-season for the team.' … [Read more...] about Stafford, McCormick Lift Sabres Past ‘Canes 3-2

'Cody McCormick continued to contribute in a variety of ways for the Sabres. He dropped the gloves for a fight with Troy Brodie midway through the first period, then scored Buffalo’s second goal of the game at 11:49 of the second period to break a 1-1 tie. The goal not only gives him three points (2-1-3) in the last two games, it also gives him a new career-high for … [Read more...] about The aftermath: Sabres 3, ‘Canes 2