Archives for January 2012

'Patrick Kaleta and Nathan Gerbe both left the game early and neither returned. Kaleta suffered a lower-body injury after blocking a shot in the 2nd period.' … [Read more...] about Jets Take Down Sabres 4-1

'Buffalo has now lost the first four games of a season-high seven game road trip by a combined score of 19-5, and close out the first part of the trip Saturday in St. Louis against the high-flying Blues. The Sabres haven’t won a road game since December 3 in Nashville, and play four of their next five away from the First Niagara Center.' … [Read more...] about Jets 4, Sabres 1

'There is a cry among fans for the Sabres to make a major move, preferably to land a No. 1 center. This team could use a flag carrier up front. But that level of deal would not be easily accomplished because the Sabres are at the salary cap limit. Plus, there a handful of teams looking for premium offensive players and there are few available. The compromise solution might be a … [Read more...] about Slumping Sabres seem to be in need of a shake-up

Rochester Amerks lose to Oklahoma City Barons (Rochester D&C) Mark Arcobello collects four points in OKC's 5-2 win over Americans (Oklahoma City Oklahoman) Amerks drop 5-4 decision to Oklahoma City in first game of back-to-back set (Amerks.com) Arcobello leads Barons to 5-2 win (OKCBarons.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

Tonight: Sabres at Jets (Winnipeg Free Press) Buffalo (19-22-5) at Winnipeg (21-20-5) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (19-22-5) at Winnipeg Jets (21-20-5) (The Sports Network) Sabres try to end road slide in Winnipeg (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Winnipeg Coverage

'Leino attempted a behind-the-back, through-the-legs pass as he carried the puck into the Chicago zone early in the second period with the score tied at 2-2 and the Sabres competing well against a Chicago team tied for the NHL's overall lead in points. Duncan Keith easily intercepted it and fed Marian Hossa for the breakaway goal at 5:36 that sent the Sabres to their 10th … [Read more...] about Leino’s lapse dooms Sabres

'"I know they're having tough times but they have guys who can make plays and they have guys in the net who can steal a game, too," Montador said. "Part of their situation is definitely the injuries and no team would make excuses. Those guys would never really say it and I know [owner Terry Pegula] came out and said it and it's true. There's just so many competitors there that … [Read more...] about Montador moves on, but wonders, what’s up?

Hawks young players showing they belong (Chicago Tribune) Hjalmarsson more careful in wake of violent hit (Chicago Tribune) Photo gallery (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks' rookies have much to savor in victory over Sabres (Chicago Sun Times) Patrick Kane is left out of Blackhawks’ scoring fun (Chicago Sun Times) Blackhawks defensemen assisting on offense (Chicago Sun … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Chicago Coverage

'“We’re not dealing well with adversity,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. “Until we learn to win again, you won’t win on the road."' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks send Sabres to 10th straight road loss

'"It just seemed like they were playing better and with confidence once they got that lead," said Pominville. "For us, it was the other way, we fell behind and it took the life out of us."' … [Read more...] about Chicago 6, Buffalo 2

'After a Monday night massacre at the hands of Detroit, the Sabres' woes continues Wednesday in Chicago.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Rip Sabres 6-2

'“We did a pretty good job battling back; we felt pretty good with our game. We made it 2-2, but it was kind of a tough turnover they ended up capitalizing on,” said Pominville. “After that, it seemed like it took a lot of energy out of us. They were playing better, playing with confidence. It was kind of the other way for us.”' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks 6, Sabres 2

'However, a pro scout for an NHL team, who spends a lot of time watching the Sabres, says their problems seem to be more psychological than physical. The scout noted Regier and head coach Lindy Ruff have run the team together for more than 14 years and their core group of players have been together for a long time as well and wonders if they don’t all have a collective case of … [Read more...] about Sabres stuck in franchise funk

Michael Ryan returns to lineup for Rochester Amerks (Rochester D&C) Amerks Sign Defenseman Brock Matheson To Pro Tryout (Amerks.com) Amerks Sign Defenseman Maury Edwards To Pro Tryout (Amerks.com) Amerks Welcome First-Ever Visit From The Oklahoma City Barons (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'"That wasn't the lowest game I've been involved in by far," Ruff said. "I have been involved in games where, even earlier this year, I walked out and said the effort was low, the skating was at an all-time low. We skated [Monday]. We competed hard in a lot of situations but bang, you make a mistake it goes down the ice and it's in your net."' … [Read more...] about Sabres seeking solution to slump