Archives for 2013

Greece's Ryan Grimshaw out to win a job on Amerks defense (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) 22 Players Hit The Ice As Amerks Open Training Camp Monday At Blue Cross Arena (Amerks.com) Amerks Hosting Penguins In Preseason Game Wednesday At Bill Gray’s Regional Iceplex (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'A large portion of those attending the game roared in approval, knowing full well Tropp was in distress. It would seem, based on immediate interactions witnessed between the two benches, and post-game comments from Sabres players and coaches, that it wasn’t only the spectators that crossed the line. The visitors were now incensed and we all know what happened next.' … [Read more...] about Duff’s Analysis From Toronto

'Within seconds, the fierce rivals were engaged in a massive, full-scale brawl – even goalies Ryan Miller and Jonathan Bernier fought – that’s the talk of the hockey world today.' … [Read more...] about Fight night in Toronto: Sabres and Leafs brawl in exhibition tilt

Leafs drop Sabres in fight-filled game (Toronto Sun) Defenceman Percy perseveres for Maple Leafs (Toronto Sun) David Clarkson faces suspension (Toronto Star) Six questions about Sunday’s NHL preseason game (Toronto Star) Pin blame on Buffalo coach Ron Rolston (Toronto Star) Photo gallery (Toronto Star) Leafs could pay hefty price for preseason brawl with Sabres (Toronto … [Read more...] about Monday’s Toronto Coverage

'Kessel was issued a match penalty for swinging his stick, which means an automatic suspension pending a ruling from NHL commissioner Gary Bettman.' … [Read more...] about Kessel scores twice as Maple Leafs beat Sabres 5-3 in game highlighted by brawl

'Jamie McBain recorded a goal and an assist, while Nikita Zadorov and Corey Tropp added a marker apiece for the Sabres. Ryan Miller surrendered four goals on 31 shots in the setback.' … [Read more...] about Toronto 5, Buffalo 3

'"(Tropp) was the guy who instigated the fight," said Leafs coach Randy Carlyle when asked about the incident that allegedly left the Sabres upset and sparked Scott to go after Kessel. "Obviously maybe they felt that was the problem was that there was a bigger man fighting a smaller guy."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Lose in Fight Night in Toronto

'“That got a little sideways pretty quick. It’s one way to start the season,” Miller said. “If anything, it’ll be a nice wakeup call for future games and the kind of mindset we have to have.”' … [Read more...] about Brawl breaks out in Sabres’ loss to Toronto

Rochester Amerks bring in several for tryouts (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage

'Marcus Foligno assumed the team goal-scoring lead with his third in just two games. Back with familiar linemates in Tyler Ennis and Drew Stafford, the trio accounted for 17 shots attempted towards the Toronto Maple Leafs goal, the most of any of the forward lines.' … [Read more...] about Who Stood Out Against Toronto

'Buffalo fell to 3-0-1 by failing to score in its 15 shootout attempts. The Maple Leafs’ Jay McClement finally solved Jhonas Enroth to end the breakaway challenge in front of 19,070 fans.' … [Read more...] about Foligno hitting his markers with Sabres

'“It was a really long road and I was just really excited to be back skating with the guys,” he said. “The game in Columbus was really exciting. I was a little nervous because you never know how it actually is until you play a game but it was all good and I’m happy with it."' … [Read more...] about Sulzer feeling good as he hopes to earn roster spot

'He only scored once in the first 25 games. Rolston, Foligno’s AHL coach, scratched him March 2, just weeks after taking over for Lindy Ruff. Foligno ended the season mired in a 14-game goal drought. He even played some center and was demoted to the fourth line.' … [Read more...] about Marcus Foligno impressing Sabres again early after forgettable season

Maple Leafs' Rielly continues to impress (Toronto Sun) Maple Leafs beat Sabres after 15-round shootout (Toronto Star) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage

'The Sabres outshot Toronto in the first period, 17-10, and 41-34 overall. The game included three fights.' … [Read more...] about Leafs rally for 3-2 SO win over Sabres