Archives for 2014

'“Once we get the effort, that’s our foundation. Then we can start the execution. It took us awhile to get that effort but we’re getting it right now. The guys are working extremely hard and now we’ve just got to execute on certain things. Our defensive zone is getting better. Our attack is going to the net. We want to shoot some more. We start with the effort and we branch out … [Read more...] about Nolan seeing new effort from Sabres

'Over the past two seasons the Sabres’ fund has donated $15,000 to Flashes of Hope, an organization that funds research for pediatric cancer. Members of the Sabres have also worked with Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Also taking part in the event is ECMC Lifeline Foundation, Carly’s Club and WNY Hospice Essential Care.' … [Read more...] about Purple gear is part of fight against cancer

'A signature “barn-style” indoor rink replete with a natural wood-beamed ceiling is the gems of the facility, which also includes an indoor parking ramp, a pro shop, training centers, a Tim Hortons bake shop and the (716) Food and Sport restaurant, which is expected to open today.' … [Read more...] about Pegulas officially open HarborCenter

'Meanwhile, Enroth, tonight’s starter against the Edmonton Oilers, has stumbled recently, allowing nine goals in his last two starts. Still, the Swede looked sharp throughout the exhibition slate and his early-season work.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalies Jhonas Enroth and Michal Neuvirth still battling for No. 1 job

Oilers-Sabres Preview (AP) Edmonton Oilers (4-8-1) at Buffalo Sabres (3-9-2) (The Sports Network) Oilers visit Sabres seeking first win of road trip (NHL.com) Preview: Oilers at Sabres (EdmontonOilers.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Edmonton Coverage

'“We get a little stationary. We did a lot better job today of getting more motion, get everyone involved and use the whole ice,” Ennis said. “We put a lot of time into it so we’ve got to be better.“' … [Read more...] about Man advantage a focus at practice

Amerks: No worries with Lieuwen (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'“Some nights you win on one goal against, some nights you don’t,” Neuvirth said in First Niagara Center. “Obviously, it’s tough to swallow, but you’ve got to forget about this game and move forward.”' … [Read more...] about Outlook becoming brighter for Sabres

'So far, nothing. Zero.' … [Read more...] about Gionta, Moulson need to start providing offense

'The Sabres have only two power play goals this year and Stafford has both of them.' … [Read more...] about Stafford ends power play goal drought

'“I thought we were pretty consistent the whole game,” Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers said. “It was one of our better 60-minute efforts, I thought. Any team’s going to have a couple shifts where you’re in your own zone. We come to play with that mindset, we’ll have some success.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres give strong effort, fall to Canadiens in shootout

'“I liked his game,” Nolan said. “One thing about Nikita, he’s a very highly intelligent player. The only thing with him is his youth and wanting to do too much and expecting things to come easy to him like they did the majority of his young career. Here, you’re playing with men. You have to make sure those decisions are much quicker. But his enthusiasm and his love for the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Nikita Zadorov enjoying NHL life, happy to be playing

'“It’s good friends, it’s memories,” Gionta said. “You’ve been there five years and you still have a lot of friendships and stuff. At the same time, it’s a new chapter and you’re excited to go out there and play against them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Gorges, Gionta have fond memories of Montreal

'"Playing against former teammates, it's part of the job when it suits me as long as you evolve in the National League", said Gio.' … [Read more...] about ”It was good fun” -Brian Gionta

'"Because I'm the type of player who sends the puck at the bottom of territory before the chase, it serves me. I know what it feels like when a defender is constantly in a hurry and he gets hit in each of his presence on the ice."' … [Read more...] about Moving beneficial