Archives for November 4, 2011

'When asked if the Sabres would be sticking to the schedule of splitting the weekend games today and Saturday in Ottawa between the goalies, coach Lindy Ruff said he's sticking to the plan. However, he opted to play coy when asked which game rookie backup Jhonas Enroth, who stopped all 15 shots he faced in relief of Miller on Wednesday and is 2-0 with 1.39 goals-against average … [Read more...] about Sabres trying to move on at home

'"As the video shows, Kaleta separates himself from the scrum along the boards," Shanahan explained during his ruling. "Kaleta lifts his head up, assesses the situation and then lowers his head and rams into the pile and driving his head upward and into his opponent's face. This is an illegal act."' … [Read more...] about Heady play gives Kaleta a four-game ban

'“I didn’t want the start I had last year,” Myers said Thursday after practice. “I think I did the right thing this year coming in with the mindset of playing really solid defense. I think that’s exactly what I needed to do this year, especially with the start I had last year. Coming in, making sure I’m taking care of my own end first was a huge part. At the same time, I think … [Read more...] about Myers embraces defense-first philosophy

'To replace Kaleta, the Sabres recalled 22-year-old winger Corey Tropp from Rochester. The second-year pro has four goals and seven points in 10 AHL games.' … [Read more...] about Kaleta suspended 4 games for head-butt

'"I do think it'll be a little awkward during the warm-up,'' he concedes, "to look over and see a bunch of familiar faces, in that jersey, on the other side of the ice from me. But I'm hoping that once we start playing, get a few bumps in, everything will just sort of calm down. This is a little different sort of situation, I know, because my leaving didn't happen during the … [Read more...] about Regehr jacked for tilt

Regehr jacked for tilt (Calgary Herald) Calgary (5-5-1) at Buffalo (6-5-0) (AP) Calgary Flames (5-5-1) at Buffalo Sabres (6-5-0) (The Sports Network) Sabres try to snap slump against Flames (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Calgary Coverage

'The incident involved Philadelphia’s Jakub Voracek in the first period of a 3-2 loss to the Flyers on Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres F Kaleta suspended 4 games for head-butt

'Early in the first period of Philadelphia's 3-2 win on Wednesday night, Kaleta drove the top of his helmet into Voracek's face as several players battled for a puck against the boards.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kaleta suspended 4 games for hit

'Tropp is joining the Sabres for the first time in his career.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo recalls Tropp

'When asked if his current problems are mental he replied, “Yes, I would say more mental than anything.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Miller trying to adjust mentally

'Shanahan released this statement about the 4-game ruling: "A significant factor in this incident is whether to contact is intentional, reckless or accidental. It is important to note that Kaleta was fined for committing the same act on Travis Zajac 13 months ago in a game against the New Jersey Devils.' … [Read more...] about Kaleta Suspended 4 Games

'"I suppose I'm trying to find a good place to be and just help the team where I can. I don't really know where to go... what I need to work on is a longer explanation that you guys can put on the air... I don't really care to share it because It's a process I do on my own. I'm frustrated with certain elements... That's obvious. I'm just trying to figure... It's not a good … [Read more...] about Miller on Struggles

'Tropp (6’0”, 195 lbs., 7/25/89) will join the Sabres on his first career recall. He spent the 2010-11 season in Portland, posting 40 points (10+30) in his first professional season. In 10 games with Rochester this season, Tropp has seven points (4+3), tying for the Americans’ lead in goals.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres recall Corey Tropp from Rochester

Forwards to make Amerks debuts (Rochester D&C) B-Sens scouting report: Rochester Americans (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Amerks open November slate tonight in Binghamton (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage