Archives for April 21, 2013

'There have been countless low moments the last two seasons. But Friday was the nadir for this sorry franchise. It’s one thing to be eliminated; it’s another for it to happen on a night when the franchise goalie, the guy who is supposed to be the team’s emotional pillar, snaps under the pressure.' … [Read more...] about Miller’s time here is near the end

'Meanwhile, the team needs to examine whether to retain General Manager Darcy Regier after another team assembled by him failed.' … [Read more...] about Opportunities squandered did in Sabres

'Instead, they kept the wrong person in charge, made weak decisions, threw big money at a problem when it wasn’t necessary and compromised the salary cap. Their reputation is now worse than it was when Pegula arrived. If a player signs a big contract in Buffalo now, you have to wonder if it’s little more than a money grab.' … [Read more...] about Sabres in worse shape than before Pegula

'Clearly, mediocrity – the Sabres have missed the playoffs two straight seasons and four of the last six – has worn Miller out. You can see it in his face and his body language as he walks around the dressing room.' … [Read more...] about Miller’s long Sabres career could be over after Friday’s ugly exit

Rochester Amerks clinch playoff berth with win (RochesterDemocrat and Chronicle) Hamilton Bulldogs fall 5-1 in Rochester (Hamilton Spectator) David Leggio makes 29 saves for Rochester in 5-1 win over league-worst Hamilton (CP) Amerks clinch playoff spot with 5-1 win over Hamilton (Amerks.com) Americans defeat Bulldogs 5-1 (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage