'The First Niagara Center will be the site for the two-day selection process, which is scheduled for June 24-25, 2016.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo to host 2016 NHL Draft
Archives for 2014
Karlsson scores twice in Ducks' victory
'"It was like an NHL team playing against a pee-wee team," Nolan said. "They dominated us from start to finish. They were two steps ahead and we were trying to catch up, out of position. We weren't strong enough, not committed enough, not smart enough. No desperation."' … [Read more...] about Karlsson scores twice in Ducks’ victory
Buffalo to host 2016 NHL draft
'"Awarding the 2016 National Hockey League draft to Buffalo honors the passion of its fans for our sport and reflects the commitment of (team owners) Terry and Kim Pegula to the Sabres and to Buffalo," NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said. "We are delighted our fans will have the opportunity to welcome the incoming class of outstanding players at First Niagara Center, which is … [Read more...] about Buffalo to host 2016 NHL draft
Ducks Cruise Past Sabres 5-1
'Buffalo was outshot 44-12.' … [Read more...] about Ducks Cruise Past Sabres 5-1
Buffalo to Host 2016 Entry Draft
'In his comments, Bettman said that after their purchase of the Buffalo Bills, the NFL will find out something he already knew. "Terry and Kim Pegula are terrific owners," Bettman said. "Obviously when you look across the street at Harbor Center, they're showing a commitment to this community that I think is going to make a difference in quality of life on a day to day basis."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo to Host 2016 Entry Draft
Rookie Karlsson's two goals pace Ducks past Sabres
'"Sometimes if you have nothing good to say, it's better not to say too much, especially after an outing like this," Sabres coach Ted Nolan said. "That was like an NHL team playing against a peewee team. They dominated us from start to finish. They did all the right things. Everything that we could do wrong we did do wrong."' … [Read more...] about Rookie Karlsson’s two goals pace Ducks past Sabres
Sabres outshot heavily in loss to Ducks
'The Buffalo Sabres were behind the eight ball from the very start Monday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outshot heavily in loss to Ducks
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Trevor Gillies suspended after fighting with Amerks' William Carrier (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Q&A with Amerks forward Phil Varone (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres face possible 0-3 start as they host Ducks today
'Clearly, the Sabres are still getting outclassed. They got outshot 40-22 in the opener and 47-23 on Saturday. Chicago had a 19-4 third-period advantage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres face possible 0-3 start as they host Ducks today
Schedule offers little respite for Sabres
'There are games at San Jose and Los Angeles, in addition to the rematch against the Ducks. There are two meetings with defending Presidents’ Trophy winner Boston.' … [Read more...] about Schedule offers little respite for Sabres
Monday's Anaheim Coverage
Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry lead Anaheim Ducks into Buffalo (Los Angeles aily News) Ducks-Sabres Preview (AP) Anaheim Ducks (1-1-0) at Buffalo Sabres (0-2-0) (The Sports Network) Ducks continue road trip vs. Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Anaheim Coverage
Kane takes a walk of fame
'Though it might seem hard to believe, Kane is at the start of his eighth NHL season. Still, he’s only 25 years old and with plenty of hockey ahead.' … [Read more...] about Kane takes a walk of fame
Breakdowns strike Sabres again
'The Sabres were outshot for the game, 47-23, but the margin was 19-4 in the third period as goaltender Jhonas Enroth had little help.' … [Read more...] about Breakdowns strike Sabres again
Sunday's Chicago Coverage
Patrick Sharp leads power play charge for Blackhawks (Chicago Tribune) 'Captain Serious' taking a (bit) lighter approach (Chicago Tribune) Saturday's recap: Blackhawks 6, Sabres 2 (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks score four in third, beat Sabres in home opener (Chicago Sun Times) Kyle Cumiskey makes no waves over scratch situation (Chicago Sun Times) Patrick Kane sees Sabres … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Chicago Coverage
Blackhawks beat Sabres 6-2 with big third period
'"In the third period, their star players turned it up a notch and we didn't," Sabres coach Ted Nolan said.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks beat Sabres 6-2 with big third period