Archives for January 2011

'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

'"We put them together to try and generate five-on-five," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "You look at opportunities. If the opportunities are aplenty, you know it will start going. [Tuesday] night, I think five-on-five they had one opportunity that materialized into a Grade A scoring chance. You're not going to score with just one. The [Paul] Gaustad line had six. … [Read more...] about Sabres have a scoring line that isn’t

'I'm told Pegula is a huge fan of the Sabres and a harsh critic of the organization. Let's hope he lives up to it.' … [Read more...] about Pegula can start with a bulldozer

'I have always been a fan of Regier's patience, especially when it comes to his relationship with head coach Lindy Ruff. That being said, if Pegula does indeed buy the franchise in the near future and he is willing to spend money to the salary cap to make the Sabres competitive again, he is going to need a general manager who is more willing to negotiate during the season in … [Read more...] about What Could’ve Been

'Lastly, Terry, be a hands on owner: Walk the halls and concourses, greet the fans, hang out while they are waiting in line to buy a beer. Nothing engenders more support amongst the fans (and ticket buyers) than just being one of the guys--someone who cares about the fans. Oh, and drop by the pressbox and talk to the reporters who cover your team. Lower tier, seat 4--the … [Read more...] about Dear Terry Pegula…

'If Pegula makes an offer that the team accepts, the transaction should be completed relatively soon because Pegula does not need outside financing and Golisano has only two minority partners.' … [Read more...] about A Possible Purchaser Checks Out the Sabres

'Forward Thomas Vanek was not on the ice during the session. After practice head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters that Vanek has a chance to miss the teams next game against Carolina.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek Could Miss Next Game

Carolina (21-15-6) at Buffalo (18-19-5) (AP) Carolina Hurricanes (21-15-6) at Buffalo Sabres (18-19-5) (The Sports Network) Canes continue pursuit of playoffs against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Carolina Coverage

Making the most of an opportunity (Portland Press Herald) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Portland Coverage

'“We let one go (last night vs. Philadelphia). I really think we ran out of patience in last night’s game,” Head Coach Lindy Ruff said following practice. “We were playing a good game and we gave them the Grade A opportunities. It wasn’t that they created it themselves, we put pucks in a tough spot and overhandled pucks in tough areas that … [Read more...] about Moving forward

'"We gave them everything they got," center Paul Gaustad said. "I don't think it was them overwhelming us and taking over the game. It was mistakes we gave them. We had control and gave it up. That lies on the players. We've got a system and didn't execute for 60 minutes."' … [Read more...] about Sabres spring a leak in loss to Flyers

'"It's always going to be that way; it's always going to be special for me," Briere said. "I had some great years. I had some great memories. For me, my first real start was here. It's when things started happening. Up until a week before free agency, I was convinced I was coming back here. It's what I believed all along, right until the end."' … [Read more...] about Even Briere seems excited about Pegula

'"Lindy just told me to make sure I'm ready and give him the heads up on how I'm feeling so it will be nice to get back in there," Weber said before the game. "I just need to make sure I'm playing the same way I was. That's playing solid. Being with Mo [partner Shaone Morrisonn] helps out a lot. He's a big physical guy and we're bringing a pretty good shutdown to … [Read more...] about Physical Weber is relishing pest role