Archives for November 21, 2013

'“You read the rules, see how they work,” Nolan said. “We thought we were doing it by the rule book. Unfortunately we weren’t.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall McNabb, Adam to face Philly, but Grigorenko placed in limbo

'A few weeks ago, the Philadelphia faithful were losing patience with their Flyers. The Flyers suffered through their worst start in franchise history (1-7-0) but have rebounded to go 7-3-2 in their last 12 games, including a 5-2 win over Ottawa on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Trip to Philadelphia a test of young Sabres’ character

'According to section 13.8 of the CBA, “If the Commissioner has reason to believe or determines the Club has used the Conditioning Load to evade Waivers, or otherwise Circumvent any provision of this agreement, he may take such disciplinary action against the Club as he deems appropriate.”' … [Read more...] about With conditioning assignment rejected, Sabres trying to find ‘best solution’ for Mikhail Grigorenko

'“I don’t think there was any doubt in my mind that I could get back to the NHL and I was an NHL player,” Adam said. “So it was just maturing in certain situations and becoming that player where I kind of understand what it takes to play in this league.' … [Read more...] about Sabres reward Luke Adam and Brayden McNabb for strong starts with Amerks

'They are First Nations men, to be precise; that is the correct nomenclature in Canada. Sabres coach Ted Nolan is an Ojibwe from Ontario. Flyers coach Craig Berube is part Cree, and from Alberta.' … [Read more...] about An NHL first at Flyers vs. Sabres

Flyers-Sabres: 5 things you need to know (CSN Philadelphia) Sabres-Flyers Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (5-17-1) at Philadelphia Flyers (8-10-2) (The Sports Network) Sabres visit Philadelphia to face surging Flyers (NHL.com) Five Things: Flyers Vs Buffalo Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'''We determined that the assignment would not have been consistent with our obligations under the league's agreement with the CHL,'' NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly said by email.' … [Read more...] about NHL blocks bid to send down Mikhail Grigorenko

'In reaching its decision, the league cited its agreement with the Canadian Hockey League preventing teams from assigning players with junior eligibility to the American Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about NHL blocks Sabres’ bid to send Grigorenko to AHL

'In 25 career NHL games, all with Buffalo in 2011-12, McNabb has recorded one goal and seven assists for eight points. Through 15 games this season with Rochester, he leads all defensemen with 12 points on two goals and 10 assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall McNabb, Adam

'The ruling forces the Sabres to keep Grigorenko in Buffalo or return him to his Canadian junior team, the Quebec Remparts. But the Remparts already have the maximum two imports and would have to make a trade to clear room for Grigorenko.' … [Read more...] about Sabres denied sending rookie to minors

'It’s still very much up in the air on what they’re going to do with the young Russian, but Nolan has a good first impression of Grigorenko, “He’s a great kid, he’s a nice young man and he’s just put in this predicament, it’s nothing to do with him personally, we want to make sure we find the best solution to make him better. Now we have to find what’s the best situation for … [Read more...] about Sabres Grigorenko back at practice

Solid Penguins shut down Amerks offense (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Penguins jump past Amerks (Wiles Barre Times Leader) Amerks Fall in Ristolainen’s AHL Debut (WGR-AM) Amerks come up short in 3-1 loss to baby Pens (Amerks.com) Penguins work past Amerks (WBSPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage