Archives for February 26, 2014

Bruins - Sabres preview: Back to normalcy for B's (CSN New England) Bruins-Sabres Preview (AP) Boston Bruins (37-16-4) at Buffalo Sabres (16-34-8) (The Sports Network) Bruins get back to work against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Boston Coverage

'“The route we’re looking at is to get value for him, to put him in a position to succeed,” said Murray, who called the goaltender a “good soldier” during his 12 seasons in Buffalo. “Players that treat you right and have played well and hard for you over the years, you try to do what’s best for them, too, as long as it fits into what you’re doing."' … [Read more...] about Miller’s choice to say goodbye

'“I’m going to be 34 this year and let’s be realistic,” Miller admitted after making 36 saves to steal a 3-2 win over Carolina. “There’s only a handful of guys who played effectively longer into their 30s."' … [Read more...] about Fans may have had last look at Miller at his goaltending best

'“It had a lot to do with Millsie again,” Ehrhoff said. “He made some huge saves for us. He was very sharp. He was our best player again tonight and it wasn’t our best effort. It was a little sloppy at times, a little rust coming off the break probably. We have to make sure tomorrow we are cleaner on our plays.”' … [Read more...] about Ehrhoff finds some offense in 3-2 victory

'“Players that treat you right, play well and hard for you over the years, you try to do what’s best for them, too, as long as it fits into what you’re doing,” Murray said. “By trading Ryan to a contender … I think that certainly we’ve certainly not done a disservice to him and would help the organization in our own right.”' … [Read more...] about GM Tim Murray looking to trade Ryan Miller, goalie understands long Sabres career might end soon

'“Obviously, I wasn’t happy,” said Scott, who subbed for Henrik Tallinder and played beside Jamie McBain. “No one likes getting sent off from practice. I was having a tough practice and just kind of maybe overreacted a little bit and got a little upset. But it happens. Move on."' … [Read more...] about Sabres tough guy John Scott subs as defenseman; Cody McCormick returns from finger injury

Photo gallery (Raleigh News and Observer) Photo gallery (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Carolina Coverage

'Ryan Miller played a key role in stopping the first 20 shots he faced and 36 overall in what might be the star goalie's final game in Buffalo before the league's trade deadline on March 5. Miller also assisted on both of Ehrhoff's goals, while Drew Stafford also had two assists.' … [Read more...] about Ehrhoff scores 2 as Sabres beat Hurricanes 3-2

'''We're along that path,'' Murray said. ''We have discussed the possibility of moving forward. That's all I'll say.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres interested in keeping Nolan

'Ehrhoff also scored the first goal of the game, while Tyler Ennis added a marker for the Sabres, who had lost four straight entering the break. Ryan Miller stopped 36 shots.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Carolina 2

'The Sabres were outshot 31-10 through 45 minutes and 38-18 overall. Miller also collected two assists in the win.' … [Read more...] about Miller steals one as Sabres top ‘Canes

'A Hurricanes miscue in front of their own net put Buffalo back ahead, this time for good. Ehrhoff's pass toward the crease deflected off Faulk's stick and into the Carolina net, giving the Sabres a 3-2 lead. Miller recorded another assist on the goal, his second of the evening.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Hang On For 3-2 Win Over ‘Canes

'Somehow Buffalo got the lead when Ennis put the puck to the crease. Moulson shot got behind Ward, but the puck stopped short of the line. Ennis dove and poked in his 14th. I have to say, it's amazing Buffalo's ahead as poorly as its played.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Miller busy in his return

'Murray had some thoughts on whether the goaltender wants to stick around for a rebuild. "I know what I think [Miller's] first choice would be, and I don't think signing here is his first choice at his age and where we're at," he said. "But I wouldn't say he's got no interest."' … [Read more...] about Murray Discusses Miller, Nolan

'“I think [Miller] was 99 percent of that win,” he said. “We’ve got to tip our hat to the guys that competed. We battled and got the win, but [Miller] pretty much got us that one.”' … [Read more...] about Amid trade speculation, Miller turns aside 36 shots to beat Hurricanes