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'But checks with ticket sellers found a plentiful supply -- and more than a few people disappointed that the Toronto Maple Leafs, whom the Islanders edged out Sunday for the chance to open the playoffs against the Sabres, are not the opponent. “We were banking on Toronto,” said Ray, a Buffalo resident who asked that his last name not be used.' … [Read more...] about Want Sabres playoff tickets?

'After all, the Sabres’ meaningless loss to the Philadelphia Flyers’ Sunday afternoon averaged a 16.4 rating and 36 share on Channel 2, the local NBC affiliate. To put that in perspective, the Easter Sunday game had higher local ratings than every network series in prime time Sunday night and almost every program all week.' … [Read more...] about Prime-time programs bow to the mighty Sabres

'They'll have to win 16 games, and injuries, or bad luck, or a combination of factors could stop them short of that goal, which wouldn't be the first time the best team failed to win a championship. But somebody will have to play awfully well to beat them in a seven game series, and who says it can't be Buffalo's turn finally? It's ok to dream, … [Read more...] about Sabres Players and Fans Share Same Dream

'Players play hard when Nolan asks. He was coach of the year with the Sabres, then mystifyingly wasn't given a good offer to stay and, even more mystifyingly, didn't have an NHL job for nine years. He and his wife reflected on that Sunday night, after it sunk in that his new team is in the playoffs against his old team. "I really enjoyed my time in Buffalo," he said, without … [Read more...] about Nolan gets show of appreciation from players

Dubie'll do for Isles (New York Daily News) Don't look for DP in Buffalo (New York Newsday) Nolan gets show of appreciation from players (New York Newsday) Dubie's parents on roller coaster (New York Newsday) Life on Long Island just got better (Edmonton Sun) Dubielewicz unlikely key for Islanders (AP) The battle vs. Buffalo (NewYorkIslanders.com) NYI weekly prospect … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage

'"By no means do we think it's going to be an easy series against the Islanders," said co-captain Daniel Briere, who led the Sabres in points during the regular season with 95 (32+63). "They're a very talented team, a lot of guys that can put the puck in the net if you look at their roster. They have many players that have scored 30 and 20 goals on their roster so we have to be … [Read more...] about Taking Nothing for Granted

'"He's played really well on both ends of the rink," said Ruff. "And he's shown a lot of maturity as a young player that stepped in and helped us to get where we are at right now."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Recall Stafford

'Available tickets can be purchased online at Tickets.com and through My Replay.' … [Read more...] about Playoff Tickets On Sale

'I have only one Sabres “slug” sweatshirt, bought days after the new logo was revealed to the public with the official jersey unveiling in September. It has served me well this season. While wearing it, the Sabres went 36-5-1. Yes, I kept track.' … [Read more...] about Writer, fans share playoff superstitions

'There just isn’t enough time to go into everything last year’s team accomplished. They were the most memorable team, simply because they came with built-in theatrics. The hope is that this year’s team will usurp even them. When you have a carryover effect this strong, the expectations get large. The Stanley Cup is within the grasp of all Sabres fans, and what … [Read more...] about Writer, fans share memorable playoff moments

'As an older fan, I love the symmetry of beating a team that three times kept us from runs at the Stanley Cup and doing so at precisely the time we are on the precipice again. I love the idea of winning one for Jim Schoenfeld and the boys. After losing to the Islanders in 1980, Bowman began to dismantle the old gang, much to the disappointment of the fans -- not to mention … [Read more...] about Sabres-Isles will stir up an old rivalry

Amerks get five players from Panthers (Rochester D&C) Anderson's return a boon for Amerks (Rochester D&C) Amerks announce Calder Cup playoff dates (Amerks.com) Florida returns players to Rochester for playoffs (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'The Sabres were mindful to pay full respect to the Islanders, even though Buffalo finished with 13 more wins, scored 60 more goals and won three of four meetings against New York this season. "By no means do we think it's going to be an easy series," Briere said. "This time of year, you can't take anything for granted."' … [Read more...] about Sabres can finally focus on playoff objective

'"This is the real season now. The excitement level is a lot higher," Connolly said. "Everybody just seems to elevate their game. The rush you get out there is pretty unbelievable."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Connolly back in time for playoffs

'"Our team bent a little bit but we didn't break," said Nolan, in his first NHL job since being fired by the Sabres in 1997 after winning coach of the year honors. "We sat there and decided. We've got to either move on or stop feeling sorry for ourselves and start working."' … [Read more...] about Dubielewicz unlikely key for Islanders