Archives for February 20, 2013

'This one is memorable because it was so utterly forgettable.' … [Read more...] about Nothing to cheer about

'The Sabres have dropped to 29th in the NHL at 12.9 percent, scoring on just 8-of-62 chances this season. They are a woeful 2 for 37 with the man advantage over the last 10 games.' … [Read more...] about Power play has another poor night

'The Sabres’ proposal is designed to create a new tourism draw for downtown Buffalo to complement the canals, ships, parks and other features already in place or under way on the waterfront.' … [Read more...] about HarborCenter gets city, state approvals and nearly $37 million in tax breaks

'These days, the Sabres have a $65 million payroll, a dedicated owner in Terry Pegula and play to a full house nearly every night. Too bad the players can’t match the passion exhibited elsewhere.' … [Read more...] about Sabres jeered throughout ugly loss to Jets

'“I didn’t have a real good day because I know we could’ve easily won that game,” Leopold said about the Sabres’ 4-3 loss to Pittsburgh. “I’ve played a lot of games in the league. … That’s a blown coverage. Of course, you say it’s a five-man group. But that’s a pretty easy read for me and didn’t end up making it. That’s not the first time this year. It’s happened a couple … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Brennan replaces struggling Leopold

'"You've got to credit your linemates. With Pommer (Jason Pominville) I've had good chemistry and with Cody (Hodgson) we've found a centreman who can move the puck both ways (with forehand and backhand passes) and the puck has been going in. Lately, we've had some good chances, I've gotten some good chances and they're not going in. I've just got to stay the same: Don't get too … [Read more...] about Thomas WHO?

'Joy back into your life' (Winnipeg Free Press) Pavelec key to complete games for the Jets (Winnipeg Free Press) Thomas WHO? (Winnipeg Free Press) Game stars (Winnipeg Free Press) Jets rattle Sabres, hold on for win (Winnipeg Sun) Dustin Byfuglien goes up front on power play for Winnipeg Jets (Winnipeg Sun) Final: Jets 2, Sabres 1 (WinnipegJets.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Winnipeg Coverage

'Miller has had really only one bad game (against Toronto in Buffalo), and recently has been back to his old remarkable self, with a .944 save percentage in the four games prior to Tuesday night. But the Sabres have given up the most shots in the league and have experienced undue difficulty nursing ties and leads, most recently against Pittsburgh on Sunday when a great comeback … [Read more...] about Sabres and Leafs have traded places … at least for the time being

'It appears this particular style has worn off.' … [Read more...] about Sabres in need of a front office overhaul

'Jason Pominville scored for Buffalo, once again booed by its home crowd. The Sabres are 4-9-1 in their past 14 and have dropped consecutive home games for the first time since last February.' … [Read more...] about Pavelec stops 29 in Jets’ 2-1 win over Sabres

'Ryan Miller made 26 saves and Jason Pominville picked up the lone score for the Sabres, who dropped the final two of a three-game homestand.' … [Read more...] about Winnipeg 2, Buffalo 1

'Buffalo rattled off 11 shots on Ondrej Pavelec in the final period, but the Jets' netminder stood tall as his team hung on for the 2-1 victory.' … [Read more...] about Jets Edge Sabres 2-1

'Winnipeg is the worst penalty killing team in the NHL, yet in Buffalo two first period power plays, the Jets had the better chances and Ryan Miller had to stop a couple of Jim Slater breakaways.' … [Read more...] about Can’t win consistently with a bad power play

'Stafford's shooting percentage is 2.1 percent this year. Two-point-one. He has one goal in 47 shots.' … [Read more...] about How Should The Sabres Fix Drew Stafford?

'"We've got talent. We just have to play hard," Miller said. "It's between the ears."' … [Read more...] about Win by Jets drives Sabres to team meeting