Archives for 2013

Devils' losing streak continues in 3-2 shootout loss to Sabres (Newark Star Ledger) Dainius Zubrus key to Devils' league-leading 10th shorthanded goal (Newark Star Ledger) Photo gallery (Newark Star Ledger) Devils fall to Sabres, 3-2, in shootout (Bergen Record) No timetable on Kovalchuk (Bergen Record) Photo gallery (NewJerseyDevils.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage

'With 38 points they have jumped into 11th place after winning their third in a row during a week in which the team began rebuilding by trading away three veterans, including captain Jason Pominville.' … [Read more...] about Gerbe seals Sabres 3-2 SO win over Devils

'"We survived and got two points. Not pretty, but it's two," Miller said. "When you win hockey games, there's a certain belief. And we're just trying to do it one game at a time."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, New Jersey 2 (SO)

'eve Ott and Patrick Kaleta scored in regulation for the Sabres, who improved to 16-17-6 and are four points out of the final playoff spot in the East. Miller had 27 saves and didn't allow a goal in the shootout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win third straight, stay in playoff hunt

'In Europe, Joel Armia is the Sabres' best prospect and considered one of the best young players who have yet to make the move overseas. Linus Ullmark has looked promising in limited playing time with MODO.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres represented by small but talented group of NCAA and European prospects

'The Sabres blew two one-goal leads, but were able to come through on Nathan Gerbe's shootout goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Beat Devils 3-2 in Shootout

'The Sabres owe Miller for this one. He stops 37 of 39 in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres look for number three

'Many don’t even know why Hecht is on the team, Rolston said it’s because he’s solid and consistent, “Yes, I’m really happy with his game. He’s been consistent for us all year in any role and he’s a player that’s versatile. We can put Jochen and we have and to his credit, he just goes wherever and does his job wherever he’s put. He’s been up on the first line, he’s been on our … [Read more...] about Sabres Rolston is a Hecht fan

'A two way center of the future and perhaps the number one goalie of the future. That is what the Sabres hope they traded for earlier this week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ”R” word is under way

'"I thought we played pretty solid. We had some ups and downs in the game, obviously. Some young mistakes, that happens," Sabres forward Steve Ott said. "I mean, all of us are guilty of a lot of mistakes out there but [Miller] was phenomenal again for us. When we have a goaltender like that backstopping us, it makes everybody a little bit more confident on that ice."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ goal from Gerbe defeats Devils in shootout

'Neither team found the back of the net in the overtime period as the Sabres won the shot battle, 4-2. After Tyler Ennis lost the puck on his shootout attempt, Gerbe followed with a snapshot, scoring glove-side low from 15 feet out to give the Sabres the edge. Miller shut down all three New Jersey shooters to seal Buffalo’s fifth shootout victory.' … [Read more...] about Point taken

Rochester Amerks top Albany in shootout (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Albany now holds unwanted record (Albany Times Union) Amerks rally for shootout win over Albany (Amerks.com) Devils fall in shootout (TheAlbanyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage

'“That’s what people think,” defenseman Andrej Sekera said Saturday. “We think differently.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ players focus on winning, not rebuilding plan

'“There’s no doubt I can play in this league,” Pardy said Saturday. “It’s just a matter of getting the opportunity. These next 10 games are the opportunity. It’s time to take advantage of it.”' … [Read more...] about Pardy takes his turn after a long wait

'It can be argued the blue line has been the Sabres’ greatest weakness this disappointing season. But in recent games, the defense has settled down nicely, showcasing the tight style many expected it would before the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new defense corps locking down, helping keep slim playoff alive