Archives for 2014

'“It’s just one of those things (that) in order to rebuild and to retool, you rebuild and retool with the right people, and it’s never changed from 20 years ago to today,” Nolan said. “You need the right people with the right makeup with the right character with the right drive and ambition. You don’t just show up.”' … [Read more...] about Weber, rookies lead Predators in rout of Sabres

'Nashville outshot the Sabres 15-4 in the first period. Buffalo recorded the first shot of the game before the Predators went on a 10-0 run that included the game’s first three goals.' … [Read more...] about Recap: Sabres 1 Predators 6

'Larsson (7/25/92, 5'11", 206 lbs) returns to the Sabres after last being recalled on Jan. 1 for a three-game stint in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen & Larsson recalled from Amerks

Amerks’ playoff chances fading (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'“You know, I had a great conversation with Brad May and Rob Ray on the airplane,” coach Ted Nolan said Wednesday. “They played as long as they had because they’re very competitive people. The one thing they both said to me is, ‘Do these guys realize they’re auditioning? Do they realize that some of them their contracts are up?’' … [Read more...] about With jobs on the line, on-ice woes persist

'“He played well the last two games, particularly the last game in Montreal. I thought he was a difference maker. It could have been a lot worse, but he kept us in the game.”' … [Read more...] about Hackett earns an encore start tonight for Sabres

'“There was tough years there in Buffalo for him,” said former Sabres defenseman Jordan Leopold, a Blues regular. “To finally get out of that whole spectacle that’s been going on the past few years is probably a breath of fresh air for him. Let him play his game and let him relax.”' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres goalie Ryan Miller relied on less with Blues, still adjusting to new team

Preview: Predators vs. Sabres (Nashville Tennessean) Sabres-Predators Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (20-44-8) at Nashville Predators (31-31-11) (The Sports Network) Sabres finish five-game trip vs. Predators (NHL.com) Game day info (NashvillePredators.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Nashville Coverage

Rochester Amerks' woes keep mounting (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Admirals sharp play continues against Americans (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel) Amerks lose eighth in a row (WGR-AM) Milwaukee tops Amerks 3-1 in return to Rochester (Amerks.com) Ads end trip strong in Rochester (MilwaukeeAdmirals.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'Buffalo has just 132 goals. With 10 games left, the Sabres could break the record low of 151 set by the 1997-98 Tampa Bay Lightning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ drought continues

'“He’s just sorting it out on the ice, getting better every day, but the impact he’s had is in his professionalism,” said Hitchcock.' … [Read more...] about Miller looks like great fit with St. Louis

'“The entire Buffalo Sabres organization was saddened to learn of the passing of Ralph Wilson Jr.,” the statement read. “His contributions to the city of Buffalo over his 50-plus years of owning the Bills were immeasurable, and his legacy in Western New York and the sports world will be long-lasting. With his passion for the game and never-ending loyalty to the great fans of … [Read more...] about Pegula and wife pay tribute to Wilson

'“There’s not a weak link in the dressing room,” Ott said.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres captain Steve Ott happy with Blues, ready for Stanley Cup run

Patch notches 100th career goal in 2-0 win over Sabres (Montreal Gazette) Brière salvages tough night for power play (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) Gutted but winner (Journal de Montreal) Therrien earned his stripes (Journal de Montreal) Ted Nolan did not like what he saw (Journal de Montreal) The Canadian is necessary against the poor Sabres (La … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage

'"You have the give the kid credit. He played well," said Buffalo head coach Ted Nolan of Hackett. "He looks like he's fighting for a job and that's what you want."' … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty gets 100th, Daniel Briere scores as Canadiens top Sabres 2-0