Archives for 2014

'I mean, we know and you guys know the teams that have interest on certain players and I’ve talked to those GMs before Sochi obviously and I’ve talked to a couple that have interest in different players. So I’ve talked to probably seven or eight GMs and that would entail probably 10 to 12 players so there has been quick talks today.' … [Read more...] about Murray ready to make trades, market ‘quieter’ than expected

Amerks’ roster stays intact (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'“Add one more game to an already very condensed schedule,” defensman Tyler Myers said after practice Monday. “It’s not going to add too much more stress. It’s a makeup game that adds a back-to-back to start but I think all the guys are feeling pretty good going in. I’m glad we’re doing it right off the bat.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres back to work back-to-back

'The Sabres are similar to Latvia. They lack skill and experience. They’re learning how to win. If they adopt the same attitude Latvia had, they’re bound to improve. It begins with believing in themselves and one another. They could have all the faith in the world, but it’s useless unless GM Tim Murray finds Nolan more talent and depth.' … [Read more...] about Let Nolan finish job with Sabres

'“That will be like playing at 4 a.m. for him,” joked Nolan. “It will be a different challenge but hopefully he has some sleep and will be somewhat awake at some point.”' … [Read more...] about Nolan plans on starting Miller in goal

'“It’s a business,” interim Sabres coach Ted Nolan said. “We have to look forward to rebuilding this organization.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres ready for hectic schedule following Olympic break, know changes are coming

Hurricanes-Sabres Preview (AP) Carolina Hurricanes (26-22-9) at Buffalo Sabres (15-34-8) (The Sports Network) Sabres, Hurricanes restart NHL season (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Carolina Coverage

'A person familiar with discussions told The Associated Press that general manager Tim Murray continues to pursue offers for Miller with the intention of trading him by next week.' … [Read more...] about AP source: Sabres still shopping G Ryan Miller

'Moulson has already been traded once this season when he came from the Islanders in the Thomas Vanek trade. He said there have been no talks with his agent about a contract extension, but he has spoken to Pat LaFontaine a few times telling him that he and his family like it here. Moulson said, “I’ve definitely enjoyed my time here. I think this team is going to be good, I … [Read more...] about Sabres Moulson likes Buffalo and wouldn’t mind staying

'They also went another defenseman short during Monday’s workout when John Scott was thrown out of practice by Ted Nolan. Nolan said, “He just fumbled the puck a few times in practice and I didn’t like it. Like I’ve said, in order for us to get better here we have to practice better and he just had one of those moments and I didn’t like it so I sent him off.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Miller not back in time for practice. Nolan throws Scott out of the workout

'he pending unrestricted free agent could be a highly coveted player because of his leadership skills and playoff experience. The last-place Sabres are in the midst of a major rebuild, and it would be folly to turn down asset-laden offers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ott keeps eye on trade window

'The Sabres have a ridiculous minus-64 goal differential. No other team is below 48. Three teammates are a minus-19 or higher, so he’s hardly alone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mike Weber confident he’s playing well despite NHL-worst rating

'“I’ve been in this same situation throughout my career and you just control what you can control and that’s going out there and playing as hard as you can. It’s great to be wanted and the rumor stuff always continues to float around when anybody’s a UFA. I think’s it’s just continue to be a professional, go out there do what you’ve done and everything else takes care of … [Read more...] about Sabres Ott is calm about the deadline

'Now that practice is a little more normal Steve Ott said they’re getting it back, “Today was a big difference. It’s our third day so to say it usually takes a couple is probably correct, just to get your hands and your feet going again. Guys are in pretty good shape so yes, a couple of weeks you might lose a little bit, but most guys I’m sure did a little something over the … [Read more...] about The Sabres starting to get their legs back

'“Right now we’ve just got to find his groove, and his groove I believe is going to be a power forward. Those power forwards are tough to find. We have one right here, so we’ve got to fine-tune it and develop him.”' … [Read more...] about Foligno hopes long break ends his slump