Archives for 2012

'In a splendid goalie battle, Lundqvist was slightly better than Miller, making 34 saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waste Miller’s effort in shootout loss to Rangers

'“For Darche to bring it up in the media, it’s something where I think, in my opinion, stuff on the ice stays on the ice. I don’t want to blow it out of proportion. You have to have thick skin in the NHL. I’m fine with it. So just move on. It’s something where trash talking happens every game in the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Habs’ barking doesn’t bother Sabres

NY Rangers scratch and claw through shootout win vs. Buffalo Sabres as Henrik Lundqvist posts 34 saves (New York Daily News) Hail to the king (New York Post) Rangers beat Sabres, 1-0, in shootout (Newsday) Stralman gets a chance on the power play (Newsday) Lundqvist helps Rangers beat Sabres in shootout, 1-0 (Bergen Record) Photo gallery (NewYorkRangers.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage

'“It was fun to be a part of. I haven’t had too many good outings in the last few months,” Miller said. “To go up against Lundqvist, who’s having a great season, and have a night like this, where it kind of puts us in the spotlight at each end, it’s nice to be a part of."' … [Read more...] about Lundqvist leads Rangers in 1-0 win over Sabres

'Sutherland was following the play just off the right corner when Sabres defenseman Jordan Leopold took a shot from the right point. The puck deflected off a Rangers player in front and hit Sutherland directly in the face 5:37 into the game.' … [Read more...] about NHL referee helped off after being struck by puck

'The move was made Wednesday, a day after leading goal scorer Thomas Vanek sustained what the team is calling an upper body injury in a 3-1 win at Montreal. Vanek is expected to miss at least a week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall F Kassian from AHL Rochester

'"It was a good game and we played some tight defense," said Miller. "But it's really hard to beat that guy (Lundqvist) over on the other side and he showed why tonight."' … [Read more...] about NY Rangers 1, Buffalo 0 (SO)

'Buffalo found itself on the power play twice in the final five minutes of regulation, however failed to capitalize on either man advantage.' … [Read more...] about Rangers Edge Sabres 1-0 After Shootout

'I know the Rangers probably beat us home and beat us to the hotel, but you do that on a road trip where you’ve got six in nine, it takes a toll.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could be down two forwards

'Let me be clear, if Pacioretty wants to talk trash I have ZERO problem with what Gaustad said. If Paul had said it first it would be different, but if Pacioretty doesn’t want to hear it, shut up!' … [Read more...] about Sabres Gaustad holds his ground

'All told, 65 or so full-throated German hockey fans will be in the house at First Niagara Center next Wednesday, February 8, when the Sabres taken on Boston, and again on Friday, February 10, versus Dallas.' … [Read more...] about Get Ready, Buffalo: The Germans Are Coming

Pacioretty puts Sabres' trash talking on ice (Montreal Gazette) Pacioretty no mood despite the honors (CP) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Montreal Coverage

'Kassian has also appeared in 18 games for Buffalo this season, recording six points (3+3) and 13 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall forward Kassian from Rochester

Injuries hurting Rochester Amerks' power play (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

Up next: Rangers at Sabres (Bergen Record) NY Rangers (31-12-5) at Buffalo (21-24-5) (AP) New York Rangers (31-12-5) at Buffalo Sabres (21-24-5) The Sports Network) Sabres return home to face Rangers (NHL.com) Pregame Notes: Rangers at Buffalo (NewYorkRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New York Coverage