Archives for December 1, 2011

'It’s been a long road for the defenseman and he said, “I’m excited, I’ve been waiting for that moment of getting the word I’m called up for a long time, but just being prepared, listening to the things coach Rolston told me and just try to keep it real simple.” Finley added, “I’ve really taken it upon myself to focus on the things that I could control and that’s trying to play … [Read more...] about Sabres get to promote size

'“I can understand why there’s speculation. I went through a tough stretch of hockey,” Miller said. “I haven’t had a chance to dig myself out yet with the injury. I know I need to be better, and I’m working on that. But for me to say that I don’t want to be here just because of that. No.”' … [Read more...] about Miller laughs off trade rumors, close to return

'“I liked the opportunity I had here,” Finley said in September. “I’m not afraid of going (to the minors) and just working hard, try to earn something.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Finley two days after signing

'"He's definitely matured," said Buffalo captain Jason Pominville, Vanek's right-wingman. "His demeanor and his attitude at the rink have been good. Other guys feed off that type of body language and energy."' … [Read more...] about Vanek is Buffalo’s goal-oriented family man

'"I think it's funny when you hear things like 'wouldn't mind,'" Miller said Wednesday after his first full practice with the team since suffering a concussion and neck injuries Nov. 12 in Boston. "That implies somebody's asked me and I've never made a comment about my status with the team."' … [Read more...] about Ducks shopping, Sabres’ Miller not buying

'Finley, 24, was Washington's No. 1 pick in 2005 out of the University of North Dakota but never made it to the Caps after struggling with injuries. He had one goal, one assist and a team-best plus-10 rating in 18 games for Rochester, along with a team-high 57 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Defenseman Finley to make debut for Sabres vs. Wings

'Miller was hurt when Boston’s Milan Lucic bowled him over in the first period of a 6-2 loss to the Bruins on Nov. 12, and has missed the past eight games. The Sabres are 3-4-1 without him.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller returns to practice

'"I think it's funny when your hear things like 'wouldn't mind' because that implies that somebody asked me and I've never made a comment about my status with the team. My comment about my status with the team now is I'm proud being a Sabre and I'm excited about what we can accomplish moving forward and I want to be a part of it. There's no reason for me to want to leave this … [Read more...] about Miller is proud to be a Sabre

'“Ennis is real close, he had a real good practice today, a couple of issues yesterday, but said he felt real good today. I think with that injury it’s always something that’s going to bother you a little bit when you come back. I think it’s just getting a little comfort about where he’s at and I think there’s a good chance he could play on Friday.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres may get Ennis back Friday

'“I’m proud of being a Sabre, and I’m excited about what we can accomplish moving forward and I want to be a part of it. There’s no reason for me to want to leave this situation. We have great new ownership who’s excited to put a winner on the ice, and I want to be a part of it. For me to want to change that situation and get out … the grass doesn’t get much greener than it is … [Read more...] about Miller is ”proud of being a Sabre”