Archives for March 2011

''One of the most important figures in Buffalo sports history, Martin was a winger in the famed French Connection." … [Read more...] about Sabres legend Rick Martin killed in car accident

I love Rick Martin, but not for any reason more poignant than what he meant to people who matter to me. To my beloved Gram, he is a star in the history of her favorite team. To my dad and mom, he was a prolific goal scorer during their courtship. To me, he was a hockey player who played when my uncles were growing up and could tell me a heck of a tale on the golf course or bar … [Read more...] about Thoughts on the passing of Rick Martin

'Martin scored 384 goals during his illustrious 12-year NHL career including back-to-back 52-goal seasons in 1973-74 and 1974-75. He is generally considered one of the most iconic athletes in Buffalo sports history.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Rick Martin dies

'He settled in the Buffalo area and had business interests in the community. In recent weeks, Martin joined Perreault, Robert and other former Sabres to help welcome new owner Terry Pegula. "To see the smile on all three of their faces was incredible," Ruff said of the recent reunion.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres great Rick Martin dies

French Connection loses a member (Le Journal de Montreal) The Sabres cry the death of Richard Martin (La Presse) A striking down marker (La Presse) Death of Richard Martin - Which shock for Gilbert Perreault (Rue Frontenac) "It had of the Maurice Richard in him" (RDS.ca) … [Read more...] about French language Rick Martin Coverage

Manchester tops Pirates, moves to first (Portland Press Herald) It’s a lost opportunity for the Pirates (Maine Hockey Journal) Monarchs Dethrone Pirates (PortlandPirates.com) Monarchs One "Leg-gio" Up On Pirates (MonarchsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Portland Coverage

Ottawa (25-34-9) at Buffalo (33-27-8) (AP) Sabres return home to host Senators (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Ottawa Coverage

'"You've got to be able to hold a lead this time of year and we didn't do it," Miller said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres let Leafs spring ahead

'As 2010 turned into 2011 the Sabres began playing far better hockey on a much more consistent basis. One major reason was the development of their young players, who were here before the era of Terry Pegula began.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ turnaround began under previous regime

'"This is a huge win for our team, a big character win," captain Dion Phaneuf said afterward. "We knew what was on the line. We didn't have any other option in that third period."' … [Read more...] about Leafs keep hope alive with huge third period

Leafs get comeback win against Sabres (Toronto Sun) Maybe an owner we can talk to will step forward (Toronto Sun) Rested Reimer goes again for Leafs (Toronto Sun) Playoff dream alive as Leafs beat Sabres, narrow gap in race (Toronto Star) Thrill-a-minute Leafs back in business (Toronto Star) Leafs keep thin postseason hopes alive (Toronto Globe and Mail) Maple Leafs rally … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage

'“They got lucky,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said about the Leafs. “(The) puck went off the skate, sometimes you’ve got to live with that.”' … [Read more...] about Wilson pushes right buttons, Leafs rally

'"It's one of those things where you bounce around a lot and never know where you're going to end up," Leopold said after Saturday' 4-3 defeat at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs.' … [Read more...] about Jordan Leopold finds a home with the Sabres

'Down by a goal, 3-2, the Maple Leafs tied the game 4:03 into the third when Grabovski's one-timer from the top of the right circle got past Miller. Kessel put Toronto ahead 4-3 at the 6:35 mark. The American-born winger led a charge up the right side of the ice and beat Miller with a wrister from the circle.' … [Read more...] about Toronto 4, Buffalo 3

'Jordan Leopold notched his 12th goal of the season to give Buffalo a 3-2 lead late in the second frame. The defenseman scored early on a power play chance to give the team their second lead of the night. Tyler Ennis and Cody McCormick were credited with assists on the score.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Come Back To Top Sabres 4-3