Archives for 2013

'When asked further by reporters what he thought the specific issues were, Rolston said, “That’s a good question … did you ask the players? What did they say?”' … [Read more...] about Searching for answers

'“It’s definitely better. That’s what we need going forward,” defenseman Christian Ehrhoff said Monday after practice in the Tampa Bay Times Forum. “We needed the ‘PP’ to step up and get us some goals and we’ve had a pretty good run. We just have to stick with it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres power play showing signs of life

'“I hope he gets a job and get back in coaching soon,” said captain Jason Pominville. “We know he wants to be behind the bench. Hopefully he makes the best decision for him and his family when he does get asked. We know he’ll be back soon. I’m not even worried about that part.”' … [Read more...] about No reunion with Ruff, as Tampa picks Cooper

'“I didn’t see myself coming up this year,” Pysyk said. “But when I got the call, it definitely caught me by surprise. … It’s unbelievable so far.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Pysyk quickly earning keep on blue line

Lightning vs. Sabres preview capsule (Tampa Bay Times) Sabres-Lightning Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (13-15-4) at Tampa Bay Lightning (13-18-1) (The Sports Network) Sabres go for four in a row vs. Lightning (NHL.com) Lightning Vs. Sabres Preview (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Tampa Bay Coverage

'The team has blocked 513 shots which is fourth in the NHL behind Colorado, Toronto and Anaheim. The thing that’s weird is no Sabre is in the top 25 in the league. Christian Ehrhoff is 26th with 61 blocked shots. Mike Weber has 56 while Andrej Sekera has 51.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are much improved at blocking shots

'With four teams still to leap in the standings it can be a daunting task. Pominville said, “The biggest thing is doing what we have to do, but knowing at the same time we’re probably going to need some help along the way. Teams are playing each other and you don’t want to see those three point games, but I think if we take care of our side of business and focus on what we have … [Read more...] about Sabres improvement is why the gap is closing

'Yzerman and Ruff have worked together. Yzerman was executive director of Canada’s Olympic team in 2010, and Ruff was an assistant coach for the gold-medal winners. The connection further fueled speculation that Ruff could return to the state where he began his career as an assistant for the Florida Panthers.' … [Read more...] about Ruff may top Tampa Bay’s short list

Rochester Amerks shut out San Antonio Rampage (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) New-look Rampage suffer same result (San Antonio Express News) Amerks end road trip with 3-0 win over Rampage (Amerks.com) Amerks recall Lagace and Fienhage from ECHL (Amerks.com) Rampage Blanked by Rochester, 3-0 (SARampage.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage

'“They’re a great hockey team, and to be able to come in here and get two wins is really good for our hockey team, a positive sign,” Sabres coach Ron Rolston said.' … [Read more...] about Vanek’s return leads streaking Sabres

'Stafford has struggled from the drop of the puck this season. The former 31-goal scorer has four goals and seven assists in 31 games, low totals that are coupled with the team’s worst plus/minus rating at minus-12.' … [Read more...] about Slumping Stafford is a healthy scratch

'Pegula has good intentions and could become a very good owner, but he needs a reliable advisor. Whatever homework he claimed to have completed on Regier and Lindy Ruff has since been returned for corrections. The guy needs a tutor, preferably one who doesn’t view Regier as a hockey genius the way Ken Sawyer does.' … [Read more...] about Sabres need expertise of former stars

'“It’s a really tough place to play,” Sabres center Tyler Ennis said. “Coming in twice in a week and to take two wins is pretty impressive. I think our team still has more to give, which is pretty exciting. I think we’re improving every day. It’s a huge win. We’re still on the outside looking in.”' … [Read more...] about Tight win over Canadiens has Sabres back in playoff chase

'“I mean, it’s no secret I haven’t been getting on the score sheet,” Stafford said Saturday afternoon. “But other than that, it’s pretty simple.”' … [Read more...] about Slumping Stafford benched as Gerbe returns for Sabres