Islanders fall to fellow playoff hopeful Sabres in overtime (New York Post) NHL wants to bring ‘league events’ to Islanders’ UBS Arena (New York Post) Goalie Ilya Sorokin, voted an All-Star, plays like one, but Islanders fall to Sabres in OT (Newsday) NHL's Gary Bettman: We're waiting for further development at UBS Arena (Newsday) Islanders’ Ilya Sorokin voted to 2023 NHL … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage
Archives for January 2023
Cozens scores in overtime as Sabres beat Islanders 3-2
'“That was a crazy pass,” Cozens said. “We just kind of locked eye contact when I was curling and I just tried to get going as fast as I could. He made a football pass to me, a little Hail Mary, and I somehow managed to handle it.”' … [Read more...] about Cozens scores in overtime as Sabres beat Islanders 3-2
Hasek assists Sabres in honoring goalie Ryan Miller
'“Ryan, I’m honored to be a part of your night. As goalies, we know what the position demands, all eyes fixed on you,” Hasek said during a ceremony held before Buffalo’s game against the New York Islanders. “I am proud of the history we both made here in this city, in front of these fans.”' … [Read more...] about Hasek assists Sabres in honoring goalie Ryan Miller
Sabres come back for thrilling overtime victory over Islanders
'Dylan Cozens' game-winning goal came just 12 seconds into overtime, and was the team's 45th shot on goal of the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres come back for thrilling overtime victory over Islanders
Adams: Ryan Miller has meant so much to Buffalo community
'“He’s meant a lot to the organization, but he’s also meant a lot to this community," said Adams on Thursday. “I think that’s what makes tonight even more special.”' … [Read more...] about Adams: Ryan Miller has meant so much to Buffalo community
Bond between Ryan Miller, Buffalo still holds strong
'After parts of four more seasons in Buffalo, Miller's career with the Sabres came to a bit of a tumultuous end with the team electing to turn a leaf on the old core in place. It was on Feb. 28, 2014 when the Sabres officially traded Miller to the St. Louis Blues, ending his stint in Western New York with a 284-186-57 record, a 2.60 goals-against average, a .916 save percentage … [Read more...] about Bond between Ryan Miller, Buffalo still holds strong
Sabres rise to occasion on Ryan Miller Night
'Dylan Cozens scored on a breakaway 12 seconds into overtime to give the Sabres a 3-2 win against the Islanders that drew guest of honor Ryan Miller on the ice to celebrate. Thursday night’s comeback victory once again showed the youthful Sabres’ sense for the momentous occasion.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rise to occasion on Ryan Miller Night
Miller Time in Buffalo: Ryan Miller’s number hangs in Buffalo Sabres history
'We like to joke and say unique and all the — serious — and all this, but he was classy. He did everything with class and dignity and you know, that’s that sums up his performances,” Peters said. “He’s a team guy, but in his way.”' … [Read more...] about Miller Time in Buffalo: Ryan Miller’s number hangs in Buffalo Sabres history
Sabres create Ryan Miller Legacy Fund to benefit pediatric cancer patients
'Fellow Sabres’ Hall of Fame member Rick Jeanneret announced the fund’s creation during Thursday night’s pregame ceremony honoring MIller. Money raised will support the Courage of Carly Fund that Miller was involved with during and after his playing career in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres create Ryan Miller Legacy Fund to benefit pediatric cancer patients
Sabres solve roster puzzle with Vinnie Hinostroza clearing waivers
'The 28-year-old Hinostroza is liked in the locker room and valued by the Sabres’ organization, but had been displaced in the lineup, being scratched in 17 of the past 22 games. He has eight assists and no goals in 19 appearances this season, averaging 12:15 of ice time with a plus-2 rating. After compiling 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) in 62 games with a minus-11 rating … [Read more...] about Sabres solve roster puzzle with Vinnie Hinostroza clearing waivers
NHL ‘more than happy’ to host another Winter Classic at new Bills stadium
'“This is a great sports town,” Bettman added. “It’s a great hockey market. Yes, when there’s a new stadium, we’ll be more than happy to bring back an outdoor game.”' … [Read more...] about NHL ‘more than happy’ to host another Winter Classic at new Bills stadium
Sabres fans pack KeyBank Center, honor legendary goalie Ryan Miller
'“I'm just so happy for him,” Sabres fan Michele Ricks said. “I think it's a great testament for his legacy, and he was always a great guy and a fun player to watch. And we're really happy to see it, and then take the time to come out and see it happen.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans pack KeyBank Center, honor legendary goalie Ryan Miller
Sabres fans celebrate Ryan Miller in jersey retirement ceremony
'“My favorite play for Ryan Miller is taking us deep in the playoffs, making big saves, and being able to clap for him at the end when they’d win,” he said, sporting a baseball cap with Olympic graphics from Miller’s helmet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans celebrate Ryan Miller in jersey retirement ceremony
Sabres overcome Sorokin's 42 saves, defeat Islanders in OT
'"That was a crazy pass," Cozens said. "We just kind of locked eye contact when I was curling and I just tried to get going as fast as I could. He made a football pass to me, a little Hail Mary, and I somehow managed to handle it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres overcome Sorokin’s 42 saves, defeat Islanders in OT
Miller has No. 30 retired by Sabres, inducted into their Hall of Fame
'He was joined on the ice by his wife, Noureen DeWulf; son Bodhi, 7; daughter Kaia, 9 months; parents Dean and Teresa; brothers Drew and Bryce; and sister Brynn. "I'm glad my family could be there. The kids were there. Bodhi's old enough to take this all in. The family folklore can only be so many stories before you have to show the kid where it actually happened. … Kaia made … [Read more...] about Miller has No. 30 retired by Sabres, inducted into their Hall of Fame