Archives for September 25, 2014

'"Everyone outside the room doesn't give us much of a chance," said right wing Brian Gionta. "But our hope and goal is to make the playoffs."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres don’t buy last-place predictions

'“There’s definitely a lot of new guys and fun guys. It’s nice to be in the locker room. It’s louder, a little bit more energy than last year, of course. I hope we can keep that going. It’s been a fun week, so I’m looking forward to the next days coming up.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres find the fun has returned

'“The puck got moved up to him,” he said. “I stepped in front of him to try to separate him from the play. We got kind of tangled up. He tried to grab around me to switch positions. Next thing I know, he falls. He must’ve gotten tangled up, and I went right over top of him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Josh Gorges explains play that injured Jordan Staal

'“It’s not real serious, it’s probably day to day. It could be a week or two.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Pysyk not expected to miss much time

'“It’s unfortunate for the guy who got hurt, but all of a sudden, the door opens for the guy who’s battling with him,” Sabres coach Ted Nolan said. “Now, a couple others will have the chance to play a little bit more exhibition games than they previously thought. It’s an opportunity for them to try to grab it while Mark’s mending. But when Mark gets back, he’ll have that same … [Read more...] about Pysyk to miss some time, opportunity knocks for others