Archives for February 25, 2014

'“Add one more game to an already very condensed schedule,” defensman Tyler Myers said after practice Monday. “It’s not going to add too much more stress. It’s a makeup game that adds a back-to-back to start but I think all the guys are feeling pretty good going in. I’m glad we’re doing it right off the bat.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres back to work back-to-back

'The Sabres are similar to Latvia. They lack skill and experience. They’re learning how to win. If they adopt the same attitude Latvia had, they’re bound to improve. It begins with believing in themselves and one another. They could have all the faith in the world, but it’s useless unless GM Tim Murray finds Nolan more talent and depth.' … [Read more...] about Let Nolan finish job with Sabres

'“That will be like playing at 4 a.m. for him,” joked Nolan. “It will be a different challenge but hopefully he has some sleep and will be somewhat awake at some point.”' … [Read more...] about Nolan plans on starting Miller in goal

'“It’s a business,” interim Sabres coach Ted Nolan said. “We have to look forward to rebuilding this organization.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres ready for hectic schedule following Olympic break, know changes are coming

Hurricanes-Sabres Preview (AP) Carolina Hurricanes (26-22-9) at Buffalo Sabres (15-34-8) (The Sports Network) Sabres, Hurricanes restart NHL season (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Carolina Coverage

'A person familiar with discussions told The Associated Press that general manager Tim Murray continues to pursue offers for Miller with the intention of trading him by next week.' … [Read more...] about AP source: Sabres still shopping G Ryan Miller

'Moulson has already been traded once this season when he came from the Islanders in the Thomas Vanek trade. He said there have been no talks with his agent about a contract extension, but he has spoken to Pat LaFontaine a few times telling him that he and his family like it here. Moulson said, “I’ve definitely enjoyed my time here. I think this team is going to be good, I … [Read more...] about Sabres Moulson likes Buffalo and wouldn’t mind staying

'They also went another defenseman short during Monday’s workout when John Scott was thrown out of practice by Ted Nolan. Nolan said, “He just fumbled the puck a few times in practice and I didn’t like it. Like I’ve said, in order for us to get better here we have to practice better and he just had one of those moments and I didn’t like it so I sent him off.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Miller not back in time for practice. Nolan throws Scott out of the workout