Archives for 2014

'Ristolainen (10/27/94, 6'4", 219 lbs) joins the Sabres for the second time this season after beginning the season in Buffalo for a 19-game stint during which he collected his first NHL goal.' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen recalled from Rochester

Rochester Americans fall to Binghamton (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Binghamton Senators top Amerks with Hammond shining in victory (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Amerks fall to Sens, 2-1, in front end of home-and-home series (Amerks.com) Hammond leads B-Sens to 2-1 win over Amerks (BinghamtonSenators.com.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

'Unless the Sabres average 4.1 goals per game the rest of the year, they’ll be the lowest-scoring team in franchise history.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have a near lock on last place

Sabres-Islanders Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (19-39-8) at New York Islanders (25-34-9) (The Sports Network) Islanders, Sabres face off for first time in five months (NHL.com) Game Preview: Islanders vs. Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage

'Tyler Myers hurt his elbow and Mike Weber his foot or ankle. He only played one more time after Alex Semin’s shot hit his foot and went in the net.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hurting even more on D

Amerks lose to Toronto in OT (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Spencer Abbott scores two, lifts Toronto over Rochester 2-1 in OT (CP) Amerks extend home point streak with 2-1 OT loss to Marlies (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'Neuvirth became the first Sabres goaltender to stop 50 shots since Czech Republic countryman Dominik Hasek turned aside 55 on March 1, 1996, at the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Neuvirth’s 51 saves not enough for Sabres

'Opposing teams, especially those in the Western Conference or without the Sabres’ funds, felt this gave Buffalo an unfair advantage. The practice was discussed at the general managers’ meetings this week, and the NHL plans to strengthen the penalties against teams that conduct their own workouts.' … [Read more...] about NHL combine could come to Buffalo

'“I wanted to give some money back to not only where I play hockey, but where I kind of grew up,” said Konopka, whose mother is from Buffalo. “Instead of doing a buck or two like we’ve done in the past, we’re going to do 10 bucks and really try to make a difference.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zenon Konopka donating money from wine sales to Buffalo-area charities

Carolina Hurricanes rally for 4-2 win over Buffalo Sabres (Raleigh News and Observer) Injured Pitkanen says he's making progress (Raleigh News and Observer) Canes Fire 55 Shots on Net in 4-2 Win (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Carolina Coverage

'Tyler Ennis scored on a penalty shot and Drew Stafford added a goal for Buffalo. Michal Neuvirth made a season-high 51 saves in his second start for the Sabres since being acquired in a trade with Washington on March 5.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes rally to beat Sabres 4-2

'Drew Stafford and Tyler Ennis scored for the Sabres, who have lost their past four games. Michal Neuvirth was peppered with 54 shots and stopped 51.' … [Read more...] about Carolina 4, Buffalo 2

'Buffalo (19-39-8) dropped its fourth consecutive game, its fifth losing streak of four or more games this season.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes rally to defeat Sabres

'Buffalo has now dropped four straight games and stay on the road to face the New York Islanders on Saturday at 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Outlast Neuvirth, Sabres 4-2

'The Sabres gave up over 50 shots playing some of the worst hockey they've played all year in the final 40 minutes. Thanks to stellar goaltending, they were still in position to win.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres look for a better effort in Carolina