Archives for January 2015

Tonight: Calgary Flames host the Sabres (Calgary Sun) Gameday #48: Buffalo Sabres vs. Calgary Flames (CFAC-AM) Sabres-Flames Preview (AP) Buffalo Sabres (14-30-3) at Calgary Flames (25-19-3) (The Sports Network) Flames open six-game homestand against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Calgary Coverage

'Zadarov had two assists in 20 minutes in the Sabres' last game, a 6-4 loss to Detroit on Jan. 18.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suspend Zadorov for missing practice

'The Sabres also recalled goaltender Matt Hackett from Rochester of the American Hockey League to replace Michal Neuvirth, who Murray said will "miss some time" with a lower-body injury that he suffered while working out during the break.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suspend D Zadorov

'In 34 games this season, Zadorov has two goals and six assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres suspend D Zadorov

'The team was livelier at practice and Gionta said, “That’s the hope, to come back kind of renewed. It actually came at a good time. We had a longer than normal break and get away from things and forget about some things, refresh and get a new attitude going.” Gionta added that he hasn’t given up, “I still believe in the team we have and I think we can play much better which is … [Read more...] about Sabres get back to work

'The length of the suspension has yet to be announced but general manager Tim Murray said, "We anticipate Nikita joining the team at some point during this week’s western road trip."' … [Read more...] about Sabres suspend Zadorov

'After playing for three different teams in each of his past two seasons, Grigorenko has been with the Rochester Americans for most of the season, allowing him to get comfortable and play a more defined role. Currently the Amerks’ leading scorer with 30 points in 36 games, the talented Russian has certainly matured a lot physically. His strong performance under head coach Chadd … [Read more...] about Many young players seeing ice time for rebuilding Buffalo Sabres team

'“We anticipate Nikita joining the team at some point during this week’s western road trip,” said Sabres General Manager Tim Murray.' … [Read more...] about Zadorov suspended by Sabres

'“Michal sustained a lower-body injury while working out during the All-Star break and will miss some time,” said Sabres General Manager Tim Murray. “He will not join the team for our trip out west this week.”' … [Read more...] about Hackett & Ellis recalled from Amerks

Amerks sign Evan Rankin to AHL contract (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'The Sabres center gave Team Foligno a clean sweep in the Fastest Skater competition, the first event of the night. After watching teammates Phil Kessel, Jonathan Drouin and Jiri Sekac win their races, Girgensons downed St. Louis’ Vladimir Tarasenko.' … [Read more...] about Girgensons wins race in skills event

'When news about Sabres’ commission of a painting by an artist from outside this art-crazed region hit Facebook, the reaction from Buffalo’s creative community was swift and merciless. Disappointment deepened into anger.' … [Read more...] about Art community urges Sabres to go local

'“Very, very coachable,” Line said. “You tell him to do something, he does it the next time. But very, very mature beyond his years, and certainly calculated in the way he goes about his business."' … [Read more...] about Sabres All-Star Zemgus Girgensons left lasting mark with ‘family’ in Vermont

Amerks finish first half of year with loss (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks' All-Star Phil Varone opted for a degree in hockey (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Ortio stops Amerks, and Flames surge to victory (Glen Falls Post Star) Photo gallery (Glen Falls Post Star) Amerks head into All-star break with 4-1 loss to Flames (Amerks.com) German powers Flames past … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

'“It’s fun for his country with all the votes and everything, but he deserves all the credit,” Sabres left wing Nicolas Deslauriers said. “You’ve got to take the votes out. He’s been our top guy. If you needed to choose a guy from each team, I would pick him.”' … [Read more...] about The stars are aligning for Girgensons