Archives for November 2013

'Again, that’s Pegula’s prerogative since he has money to burn. The same probably can’t be said of season-ticket holders, like the ones in 100 Level II who’ve seen their per-game cost rise 21.6 percent during the present ownership.' … [Read more...] about For Pegula and Sabres, it’s only money

'“When we talked about it internally, if it was with us, it had to take place in Rochester,” Regier said prior to the Sabres’ 6-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks before a capacity crowd of 19,070 fans inside the First Niagara Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope waiving Patrick Kaleta will help agitating winger develop calmer style

'At that pace, McCormick would scrap 27 times this season. For some perspective, Rob Ray, the most prolific fighter in franchise history, fought a career-high 27 times in 1995-96, according to hockeyfights.com.' … [Read more...] about Cody McCormick trying to spark struggling Sabres by fighting frequently

Etem, Perry are too much for Buffalo in Ducks victory (Orange County Register) Getzlaf rebounds, but power play lags (Orange County Register) Photo gallery (Orange County Register) Previous Game: Etem, Perry Lead Ducks Past Sabres (AnaheimDucks.com) Postgame Quotes: November 2 at Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Anaheim Coverage

'''We're facing a lot of adversity right now,'' Hodgson said. ''We can say as much as we want, but at the end of the day it's what we do on the ice. Right now it's not good enough.''' … [Read more...] about Ducks score 5 straight, top Sabres 6-3

'During his suspension, Kaleta had expressed a desire to change a playing style that's found him suspended or fined six times in his career, including a five-game suspension in March for a hit from behind on Brad Richards of the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Patrick Kaleta on waivers

'He began his coaching career as a player coach with the Rochester Americans, Buffalo's American Hockey League affiliate, and was named head coach in 2000. He held the position for eight years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire Randy Cunneyworth as scout

'"It isn't so much looking at a specific guy or a specific play. We have to figure out the areas that will give us more possession time and more time in the offensive zone," said Myers.' … [Read more...] about Anaheim 6, Buffalo 3

'Kaleta, who is no stranger to suspensions, will be eligible to report to the Sabres' AHL affiliate in Rochester if no NHL team claims him on waivers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Kaleta on waivers

'Said Tallinder: "We get scored on (and it's), 'Oh my God, now it's happening again. And they score another quick one. Come on, this is the NHL."' … [Read more...] about Ducks finish fast, beat Sabres 6-3

'According to ESPN, the Sabres have lost their first nine home games, their longest stretch to open a season.' … [Read more...] about 5 unsanswered goals doom the Sabres against Anaheim

'The team more than held their own through the first twenty minutes, even got the first goal of the game, but totally crumbled after that.' … [Read more...] about Anaheim doubles up Sabres 6-3

'“Part of the development in Patrick’s game is going to come from playing more hockey within your shift and what I mean by that is you have to get involved in other areas, whether you’re contributing offensively.” Regier added, “I have no question about his ability to do that. I really believe he can change. He’s 27 and he has to ability to be an effective player in the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Regier talks Kaleta

'The big winger did not want to talk about what Brendan Shanahan said to him, “I think I’ll leave that between me and him, but he just reiterated that they’re trying to make it a safe game for the players and get those hits out of the games, so I understand where he’s coming from.” It wasn’t just the NHL people talking to Scott. He said they were willing to listen to his point … [Read more...] about Sabres Scott understands why he was suspended

'As far as his opinion of Kaleta as a player Rolston said, “He’s a good heart and soul player for us, good teammate, plays hard, competitive, been good on the penalty kill.” Rolston sounded agitated in his response. It sounded to me like a coach that didn’t agree with this move, but that’s only my opinion.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waive Kaleta