Archives for February 2012

'"A lot of it is obviously confidence," he said in First Niagara Center. "I'm just trying to focus on playing the game hard, get pucks deep and keep grinding it out. I'm sure [confidence is down], especially when you're not winning. Like I said, you try and just work hard, get to the net, get rebounds and tips, and try to find your game again."' … [Read more...] about Vanek falls with Sabres

'Several players mentioned how it was odd not hearing Lindy Ruff, when he watched from the press box, screaming during games. It made me wonder if they've grown tired of listening to their coach's bark. At times this season, the Sabres looked stale and uninterested in playing for him.' … [Read more...] about Everyone deserves blame for Sabres’ poor season

'The Pens lit up the Buffalo goaltending duo of Ryan Miller and Jhonas Enroth during the teams' last meeting, an 8-3 setback for the Sabres on Dec. 17.' … [Read more...] about Ruff plots to blunt Pens’ assault on goalies

'For the season, the Sabres rank 20th on the man advantage at 16.2 percent (31 of 192). They operated at 19.4 percent last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres power play woes continue

Pittsburgh (33-20-5) at Buffalo (24-27-7) (AP) Pittsburgh Penguins (33-20-5) at Buffalo Sabres (24-27-7) (The Sports Network) Surging Penguins visit struggling Sabres (NHL.com) What to Watch For: Pens vs. Sabres (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'For Vanek this has become a regular habit and Lindy Ruff said, “This is something that has gone on for three straight games. Ruff said, “I’m surprised yes and the inopportune times to take those penalties, especially leading the last couple of games was something we had taken a lot of pride in and I think the frustration with players has led to lack of discipline.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Vanek dealing with his benching

'“I loved the opportunity, I enjoyed it while it lasted. Things happen real quick when you’re running the four lines and trying to match up and if you lose a player of if someone’s not going as good, you’ve got to change things.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Patrick liked running the game

Lake Erie Monsters break the Rochester Americans’ win streak (Rochester D&C) Lake Erie Monsters snap Rochester hex with 3-1 home win (Cleveland Plain Dealer) Monsters top Amerks in back end of home-and-home series (Amerks.com) Big Bounce-Back Win over Americans (LakeErieMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

'"We probably outplayed them five-on-five, but our special teams weren't good enough," Buffalo captain Jason Pominville said. "We took a couple penalties that we probably shouldn't have taken. They moved it around our zone pretty good and were able to score. That falls on us to be more disciplined."' … [Read more...] about Sabres are now cellar dwellers

'"It's been a real tough year on a bunch of fronts," Regehr said. "We got off to a really good start, the way we wanted to, and then we've dealt with all kinds of issues. We've had injuries, having 8-9 guys out at one point, losing, a streak where we weren't able to score, to not playing good defensively, to now where our special teams are struggling."' … [Read more...] about Better late than never, Regehr scores

'MSG and Time Warner Network have reached an agreement that should restore Buffalo Sabres hockey games to local viewers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres back on the air as cable dispute is resolved

'Yikes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Habs in shootout, fall into 15th place

'“All that doesn’t even matter,” said Cunneyworth, who’s promised to learn French, about the commotion his hiring caused. “It’s really all about the team. That was my focus at the time. That’s my focus at this time as well.”' … [Read more...] about Cunneyworth adjusting in Montreal

'While some are happy the Sabres are back, others are disappointed with the way the team is playing. One man who had been setting up an internet feed for his mother-in-law observed, "It's possible to watch; the question is whether they are worth watching."' … [Read more...] about Back on the air

'Something needs to change quickly, but it more than likely will go on business as usual. The front offices of both teams will continue to talk about progress and being patient.' … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres stuck in mud