Archives for 2012

'“We’ve talked about it for almost two months now of not getting too excited after wins and enjoying the win and putting it away,” Ruff told The Buffalo News. “I think we’ve done a good job of that. We knew that [Capitals] game was like a four-pointer. That was a game we wanted to get, and we got it.”' … [Read more...] about Surging Sabres knocking on playoff door

'"The desperation, the shotblocking, guys giving up their bodies, some of the work coming back into our end, I think are the types of things you see in a playoff," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "There's a physicality about some players that maybe you don't see during the regular season."' … [Read more...] about Many reasons for Sabres’ sudden surge

'“I guess we’re better late than never,” Miller said. “It’s not ideal, but it’s what’s necessary. We were being questioned about our makeup and the kind of players we were for a long time, and I think we knew we had better hockey. You don’t want to be remembered for having a horrible start and basically wasting a season. You want to battle and compete.”' … [Read more...] about Getting to the playoffs comes first for Buffalo Sabres

Amerks squander late lead, lose to Toronto (Rochester D&C) Zigomanis scores in OT in Marlies’ win (CP) Amerks drop 5-4 overtime decision to Toronto (Amerks.com) Marlies Earn Thrilling Overtime Victory in Rochester (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'"It's going to be an extremely fun game," said Weber, who will return to the lineup in place of injured defenseman Christian Ehrhoff. "It's really playoff hockey right now. Teams are ramped up and playing extremely solid. We've just got to keep playing the way we've been playing."' … [Read more...] about Streaking Sabres, Penguins collide

'The Sabres Store will have fan-appreciation prices in effect throughout the night. Ticket-holders can take advantage of family friendly food prices inside the arena from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Fan Appreciation Night precedes game against Penguins

'“It’s going to be an extremely fun game,” said Sabres defenseman Mike Weber, a Pittsburgh native who will replace Christian Ehrhoff tonight (knee) following a four-game absence. “There’s been a lot of them lately, so everything’s extremely important. It’s really playoff hockey right now. Teams are ramped up and playing extremely solid. We got to keep playing the way we’ve been … [Read more...] about Visit from Crosby, Penguins promises to challenge Sabres

'“I’m very excited,” said Flynn, who will sign a $92,500 signing bonus and will get a two-way contract that will pay him a salary based on whether he plays in the NHL or AHL.' … [Read more...] about Maine hockey linemates, roommates Brian Flynn, Spencer Abbott agree to pro contracts

Starting goalie vs. Sabres unclear (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Pittsburgh (47-24-6) at Buffalo (38-29-10) (AP) Pittsburgh Penguins (47-24-6) at Buffalo Sabres (38-29-10) (The Sports Network) Penguins try to cool off sizzling Sabres (NHL.com) What to Watch For: Pens vs. Sabres (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'Flynn’s contract doesn’t begin until next season, though he’ll finish this year with Buffalo’s minor-league affiliate, AHL Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Maine F Brian Flynn agrees to 1-year with Sabres

'"Well we've talked about it for almost two months now, of not getting too excited after wins -- enjoying the win and putting it away. I think we've done a good job with that," head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stress staying dialed in for final 5 games

'"I think the biggest thing is we got healthy," Regier said. "It probably starts with the goaltending, with Ryan Miller. I think we learned some things while we were injured as well. We had some young guys that played some games for us that probably would not have otherwise have gotten into games. They performed well and they continue to perform well. We've gotten a lot of … [Read more...] about GM Regier discusses Sabres’ hot streak on ‘NHL Hour’

'Flynn (6’1”, 185 lbs., 7/26/1988) recently completed a four-year collegiate career at the University of Maine. During his senior season, Flynn appeared in 40 games and recorded 48 points (18+30), along with 37 penalty minutes and a team-leading plus-18 rating, while serving as captain. His 48 points ranked second on the team and ninth among all NCAA Division I skaters, earning … [Read more...] about Sabres Agree To Terms With Forward Brian Flynn To NHL Contract

Amerks Hall of Fame will welcome Rick Pagnutti and Darcy Wakaluk (Rochester D&C) Amerks back-to-back weekend highlighted by Hall of Fame night on Friday (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'"It felt good to get to where we are," forward Cody McCormick said. "After the season, we've got to be where we are. I don't think we've accomplished anything until we get to that point. There's still a lot of work ahead."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo proud but job not finished