Archives for October 23, 2013

'“Absolutely, it’s concerning after 10 games to only have one assist and that’s something for myself I want to help produce and help contribute to this team,” Ott said. “Obviously with everybody chipping in, it makes a huge difference in the wins and loss column.”' … [Read more...] about Ott wants to step up production

'“We’ll probably give him a shot there at some point, and Buffalo may be one of the games we give him,” Bruins coach Claude Julien said to Boston media after the team’s practice Monday.' … [Read more...] about Bruins backup goalie may start vs. Sabres

'If there’s any consolation about watching this Sabres team, it is the potential for better days ahead. To know that there are the likes of defensemen Rasmus Ristolainen and Nakita Zadorov, both 18, and forwards Zemgus Girgensons and Mikhail Grigorenko, both 19, in the system. Overall, the roster includes 15 players 23 years old or younger.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans are getting restless

'Pysyk, a calm and cool customer on and off the ice, has been one of the 1-8-1 club’s few bright spots, skating more than 20 minutes a night, mostly beside No. 1 defenseman Christian Ehrhoff.' … [Read more...] about Popular rookie Mark Pysyk quickly developing into one of Sabres’ top defensemen

'“It’s difficult for me to watch because the people of Buffalo deserve a lot of good things. They are definitely people that are passionate, and really support the Bills and the Sabres. I saw it really turn over to the Sabres when I was there. I still go to Buffalo and get recognized everywhere they go. It’s a community that cares about the team. It’s just like us [in Boston] … [Read more...] about Paille: It’s difficult to watch Sabres hit rock bottom

Bruins-Sabres Preview (AP) Boston Bruins (5-2-0) at Buffalo Sabres (1-8-1) (The Sports Network) Sabres seeking first division win as Bruins visit (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Boston Coverage

Rochester Amerks' Hackett vows to stay cool (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage