Archives for April 7, 2013

'“That’s what people think,” defenseman Andrej Sekera said Saturday. “We think differently.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ players focus on winning, not rebuilding plan

'“There’s no doubt I can play in this league,” Pardy said Saturday. “It’s just a matter of getting the opportunity. These next 10 games are the opportunity. It’s time to take advantage of it.”' … [Read more...] about Pardy takes his turn after a long wait

'It can be argued the blue line has been the Sabres’ greatest weakness this disappointing season. But in recent games, the defense has settled down nicely, showcasing the tight style many expected it would before the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new defense corps locking down, helping keep slim playoff alive

'From Buffalo’s perspective, besieged GM Darcy Regier swung a heck of a deal, parlaying a 30-year-old on a franchise in rebuild mode for Larsson, a potential goalie of the future in Matt Hackett and first- and second-round picks.' … [Read more...] about Larsson hard to part with for Wild

Devils vs. Sabres: Sunday, April 7 (Bergen Record) Devils-Sabres Preview (AP) New Jersey Devils (15-14-9) at Buffalo Sabres (15-17-6) (The Sports Network) Devils hope to find offense against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New Jersey Coverage

'It's hard to decide whether that stat is misleading or telling. But after back-to-back wins over Pittsburgh and Ottawa, it's worth asking if Rolston should be the head coach next year and beyond.' … [Read more...] about Should Ron Rolston Lead the Sabres’ Rebuild?

'Missing the past five games due to an upper-body injury, Vanek will view the team's next game against New Jersey on Sunday from the press box according to head coach Ron Rolston. The Sabres' winger could be ready for Tuesday's road contest in Winnipeg. Rolston said that would be the best-case scenario for Vanek's return.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek won’t play Sunday

Rochester Amerks top Adirondack Phantoms in shootout (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Phantoms fall to Rochester in shootout (Glen Falls Post Star) Phantoms fall to Americans in shootout 5-4 (Saratoga Springs Saratogian) RPI's Nick Bailen getting his pro shot with Amerks (Troy Record) Amerks outlast Phantoms with 5-4 shootut win (Amerks.com) 5-Game Home Point Streak with … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage