Archives for 2014

'“There’s lots of future in it,” Murray said. “The 2015 first we believe is a strong pick. We have a strong goalie coming back in the league who’s been, I believe, pretty well thought of in his career. We have a power forward coming back (Stewart) who is not old, who has term left, who in the past has put up goals, plays a physical tough, gritty game, can fight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade franchise goalie Ryan Miller and captain Steve Ott to Blues in blockbuster deal

'It would seem that Murray's focus over the next couple of days and into this summer would be acquiring top prospects in the forward ranks and identifying a goaltender to build in front of for the next decade. With guys like Sam Bennett and Sam Reinhart available in this summer's draft, and Jack Eichel and all-world Erie Otter Connor McDavid available in 2015, two years of … [Read more...] about Murray Must Build Solid Foundation

Sharks lose to Sabres 4-2 (San Jose Mercury News) Photo gallery (SJSharks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s San Jose Coverage

Blues land goaltender they wanted in Miller (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues GM Armstrong makes power move (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues make their all-in move, acquire Miller and Ott for Halak, Stewart, prospect and picks (Belleville News Democrat) Blues become top contenders with Ryan Miller, Steve Ott (USA Today) Bold move for Miller and Ott shows Blues' … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Saint Louis Coverage

'''I'm not going to lie. It was pretty emotional watching the tribute,'' Foligno said. ''That was pretty nice what they did during the game, and those are two players that were hugely respected here in the city and respected Buffalo as well.''' … [Read more...] about Hours after big trade, Sabres beat Sharks 4-2

'The Central Division-leading Blues shored up their goaltending in an attempt to avoid another disappointing playoff run after being eliminated by Los Angeles in successive seasons.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Ryan Miller, Steve Ott to Blues

'And add defenseman Christian Ehrhoff to the group after confirming he recently complied with the Sabres' request to submit a list of eight teams that would make up the no-trade clause of his contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres brace for a shakeup as trade deadline nears

'Cody Hodgson lit the lamp on the power play, while Brian Flynn and Matt Moulson supplied Buffalo's other two goals. Jhonas Enroth made 36 saves in Buffalo's third straight win.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, San Jose 2

'The Sabres also obtained a pair of draft choices in the swap, St. Louis' first-rounder in 2015 and a conditional third-round selection in 2016.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ship Miller to Blues

'Myers, left winger Matt Moulson, center Brian Flynn and center Cody Hodgson scored for the Sabres (18-34-8), who have won three consecutive games since the Olympic break. Goaltender Jhonas Enroth was superb between the pipes for Buffalo, making 36 saves.' … [Read more...] about Sabres overcome emotions, Sharks after big trade

'This was the first trade for Buffalo general manager Tim Murray since taking over for Darcy Regier in January.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal G Miller to Blues

'Matt Moulson made it 3-1 a little over three minutes later with his 17th of the season. Tyler Myers put a beautiful move on Adam Burish near the blue line and slid the puck over to Moulson, who rattled home a one-timer from the slot. San Jose pulled within one late thanks to Patrick Marleau, Myers netted an empty netter to seal the win.' … [Read more...] about On Emotional Night, Sabres Beat Sharks 4-2

'"It was getting to the point where we didn't want it to happen like that," said Tim Murray on the timing of the deal. "But we were at the point of no return, so we couldn't stop it. Unfortunately for the team and the players, it went that long. That wasn't our intention at all, but it's just the kind of way it shakes out."' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Miller and Ott to the Blues

'When speaking with Myers I’ve always gotten the impression that he’d like to stay here. One of the reasons is with the hiring’s of Pat LaFontaine, Craig Patrick, Tim Murray and Ted Nolan, he thinks the organization has gotten it right, “Yes, you come into the room and you can tell, it’s a good atmosphere. It’s better than it was and you can tell it’s moving in the right … [Read more...] about Myers likes the direction the Sabres have taken

'"It's tough for sure," Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers said of losing Miller. "Ever since I came in as a 19-year-old, he was a guy I really looked up to and has helped me through some pretty tough times. He was always a guy to lend a helping hand. Spending five years with him, you can really tell he's the ultimate professional. He was an unbelievable guy to have in the room to … [Read more...] about Enroth leads Sabres past Sharks after Miller trade