Archives for October 9, 2013

'“The referee did not see Sabres forward Steve Ott touch the puck, which then rebounded to Jamie McBain whose shot entered the net simultaneous with the referee blowing his whistle,” the NHL said in a statement. “The net result was the correct call – no goal, penalty to Buffalo.”' … [Read more...] about Elation turns into irritation as Sabres lose in OT

'If the game Tuesday proved anything, it’s that Ryan Miller and Enroth should switch duties until Miller signs a contract extension or is traded. Miller, who backed up Enroth while nursing a tender groin, is the better goaltender. But if the Sabres are working toward their long-term future, they should be playing Enroth and shopping Miller.' … [Read more...] about Sabres showing they’re not ready –yet

'“He brings a calming presence,” said center Cody Hodgson. “He doesn’t rush things, makes the plays when they’re there, and at the same time has a great shot.”' … [Read more...] about McBain provides jolt to power play

'“I don’t know,” Vanek said after the Sabres’ 3-2 overtime loss. “I just saw (the replay) from the penalty box. I didn’t even know I got him. I scored a goal 10 seconds later and all of a sudden it was a penalty. I thought (the referee) was a little bit off today. It happens. Too bad."' … [Read more...] about Disallowed goal momentum-killer in Sabres’ OT loss to Lightning

'“The way he’s developed as a player it’s pretty unbelievable to see,” Myers said about the gritty Weber. “He’s carried it in the first three games here. I’m very excited to be partnered with him.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tyler Myers and Mike Weber finally skate as defense partners

Bolts rally again, top Sabres in OT (Tampa Tribune) Cooper shuffles lineup at Buffalo (Tampa Tribune) Lightning tops Sabres in OT (Tampa Bay Times) Lightning's Cooper tries out different line setups (Tampa Bay Times) Lightning Finish Road Trip with Another Late-Game Rally, Win 3-2 (TampaBayLightning.com) Photo gallery (TampaBayLightning.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage

'Despite the loss, Buffalo finally generated some offense by doubling its season goal total. And the Sabres also earned a point to avoid extending their franchise-worst season-opening losing streak to four games.' … [Read more...] about Lightning rally for 3-2 OT win over winless Sabres

'Jamie McBain and Cody Hodgson each scored a goal for the Sabres, who have opened the season with four straight losses.' … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay 3, Buffalo 2

'The Lightning had a consistent edge in shots throughout the game, but they had to mount a late comeback effort after allowing two goals on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Killorn’s patience pays off on OT winner for Lightning

'One bright spot during the loss came in the form of the man advantage -- Buffalo's first power play goals of the season. Enroth was also strong, turning aside 31 out of 34 Tampa Bay shots. Bishop made 21saves in the win for the Lightning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Fall to Lightning in OT 3-2

'If the Sabres are going to be tough to play against, they need more forwards like Foligno and Steve Ott. Number 82 took the body on the wall each and every time he got the opportunity. One time he hit Gudas in the corner and the next thing you knew the puck was in the paint.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Foligno returns

'Killorn picked up a whiff by Eric Brewer in the slot, swept to his right and lifted a backhander over Jhonas Enroth, who had dropped to the ice in anticipation of a shot by Brewer. He resisted the temptation to shoot right away and gave himself a better angle.' … [Read more...] about Lightning knock off Sabres in overtime

'"They've done an unbelievable job. Even Mark [Pysyk] when he stepped in last year was very calm, very sound," Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers said. "Seeing the three teenagers, it's amazing the way they're handling things."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookies making big impressions

'“I didn’t even know we had a penalty. I tipped it in and the next thing I know, he’s waving it off and pointing at me that I got two minutes,” Vanek said. “It was a little confusing, especially at that time to make it 3-1. I think it’s what we needed. Unfortunately, they scored one right there.”' … [Read more...] about Disallowed goal leads to Sabres defeat

Amerks' Frederick Roy much like his father, Patrick Roy (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage