Archives for April 2, 2015

'The Sabres got unlikely appearances on the score sheet by Matt Ellis and Zac Dalpe to win their second straight game Wednesday, 4-3. The last-place Sabres pulled within two points of Arizona with five games remaining for each. The Coyotes own the tiebreaker of regulation/overtime victories (18-14), so the Sabres need three points to pass Arizona.' … [Read more...] about Sabres chip away at deficit, top Leafs

'If you’re a conspiracy theorist, the Leafs are absolutely winning the lottery on April 18. Think of Patrick Ewing going to the Knicks or Sidney Crosby going to Mario Lemieux’s Penguins at a time when No. 66 was recouping his millions from his bankrupt franchise that was desperate to build a new arena and not leave for Kansas City.' … [Read more...] about Lottery may turn over new Leafs

'He became the first defenseman in Sabres franchise history to record consecutive multi-goal games.' … [Read more...] about Meszaros finds his scoring touch

'Schulefand said Boynton, who posted $10,000 bail in the case, began intensive outpatient treatment Tuesday at the Meadows addiction treatment center in Scottsdale, Ariz., which involves counseling sessions Monday through Thursday.; … [Read more...] about Boynton is a no show in Buffalo city court

'The pro-tank fans can’t be happy. Through all the adversity and turmoil this season, the Sabres haven’t quit. Deep down, some Sabres fans probably appreciate that. Unlike Thursday, when the home fans cheered for the Coyotes in their 4-3 overtime win, the Sabres supporters in the bipartisan capacity crowd of 19,070 rooted for their team again.' … [Read more...] about Rare Matt Ellis goal caps Sabres’ comeback win against hapless Leafs

'“As long as people still want you, I guess you’re doing your job,” he said. “For myself, I’ve had to learn some valuable lessons along the way. I’ve had to go through a few different places to learn them."' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres prospect T.J. Brennan back in NHL after long journey

Leafs blow lead, fall 4-3 to Sabres (Toronto Sun) It's very clear that the Leafs and Sabres didn't care (Toronto Sun) Signs point to Nonis returning as Maple Leafs GM (Toronto Sun) Sabres win, Leafs lose, or was it the other way around? (Toronto Star) Sabres beat Leafs as battle for NHL’s basement continues (Toronto Globe and Mail) Nolan, Horachek relate at end of … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Toronto Coverage

'"It's that pride," said captain Brian Gionta, who had two assists. "No one wants to pack it in here. Everybody is playing right to the end, and it's nice to see."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally back to beat Maple Leafs 4-3

'"To get a goal, and to get a victory, doesn't get much better than that," Ellis said. "It's a special feeling."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Toronto 3

'"Whether we're in the basement, it's about the integrity of the game," Sabres coach Ted Nolan said. "You're not going to tell professional athletes not to work and not to compete."' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Leafs in battle of Eastern basement

'Buffalo completed the comeback with two goals in the first 3:14 of the third. Matt Moulson tied it on the power play, taking a Johan Larsson feed from behind the net and one-timing it past Bernier, and Ellis notched the go-ahead goal 1:41 later. Ellis cut in and snuck a backhand past Bernier's glove for his first goal of the year, and first since April 13, 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Rally for 4-3 Win Over Leafs

'"Each and every day, no matter what the circumstances, guys are laying it out there," said Ellis. "That's a great sign of character in this locker room. When the puck drops, it's game on. That's the bottom line. We're professional athletes and [we play] for the love of the game, and you're trained to do one thing. When that puck hits the ice, you go and play and give her what … [Read more...] about Sabres tried to use early momentum

'"It feels great. Everyone wants to contribute, everyone wants to get on the score sheet and help the team win," Ellis said. "For me, I understand what my job is and night in and night out I try to bring that. For a fourth liner to be able to contribute, I think that’s great for the team."' … [Read more...] about Sabres edge Maple Leafs on Ellis’ goal

'“It’s nice to be part of a victory. A guy like me, goals come far and few between,” he said. “I’m known for different things – work ethic and dependability, playing the D-zone. To be able to contribute on the score sheet, it’s definitely a nice feeling – a feeling I’m going to enjoy.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally back to beat Maple Leafs

Amerks lose in Matt Garbowsky's AHL debut (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Comets beat Amerks for 8th straight (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks begin road trip with loss in Utica (Amerks.com) Amerks sign Sam Marotta to PTO (Amerks.com) Final: Comets 5 vs Amerks 1 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage