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'Record-setting streaks don't necessarily translate into Stanley Cups. The Penguins did not win the Cup in 1992-93 despite their 17-game streak. The Leafs came up short in 1993-94 after starting 10-0.' … [Read more...] about Notes, quotes

'Miller's role with the Sabres reminds me of Grant Fuhr in the glory years of the Wayne Gretzky-Mike Messier Edmonton Oilers. Fuhr never led the NHL in goals-against average as an Oiler because that high-powered offense tried to outscore opponents in every game and usually did. But when it was time for the All-Star Game and to represent Canada in international … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Miller recalls days of Fuhr

'game," he said. "We can just skate with them. To play a very sound hockey game in the three zones on both sides of the puck, and we'll need a big game from [goalie] Kari Lehtonen."' … [Read more...] about Speed is name of game for Sabres

Speed is name of game for Sabres (Atlanta Journal Constitution) Atlanta (7-1-3) at Buffalo (10-0-0) (AP) Red-hot Sabres go for league-record start vs. Thrashers (Sportsticker) Atlanta Thrashers (7-1-3) at Buffalo Sabres (10-0-0) (The Sports Network) Game # 11: Atlanta @ Buffalo (SabresFans.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Atlanta Coverage (Updated 1:00 p.m.)

'The Buffalo Sabres likely will never break the Penguins' NHL record for bankruptcies -- the Penguins lead, 2-1 -- and probably won't threaten the Penguins' mark for consecutive victories, either. In the latter category, however, it won't be for lack of trying.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rolling like Penguins did in 1993

'Truth is, streak or no streak, the Sabres are the talk of the hockey world right now. In a league that prizes speed, the Sabres are the gold standard.' … [Read more...] about Streaking Sabres have hunger

'Here are 10 things we love about the 2006-07 Sabres...'. … [Read more...] about Taking the NHL by storm

Amerks' winning streak is kaput (Rochester D&C) Sigh of relief for the Crunch (Syracuse Post Standard) Syracuse 5, Rochester 0 (AP) Crunch Stop Amerks' Streak (RNews.com) Amerks lose first of the season at Syracuse (Amerks.com) Crunch Get Win (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'"Well, it's not the goal," Sabres co-captain Daniel Briere said after practice Friday. "I mean, it's very exciting. I think we're all proud of what we've accomplished so far. But at the end of the day, it's not what we're aiming for down the road."' … [Read more...] about Sabres, at 10-0, one win from NHL record for best start

'The streak isn't the only similarity between these two teams; each team had heartbreaking finishes to their previous seasons before starting off the new campaign in record style.' … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Sabres' winning streak

The bond between the fans and the team, almost unbreakable coming into the season, was cemented even stronger when the players responded to boisterous sellouts in the midst of the devastating October storm by giving the people three straight reasons to pack up all their troubles and smile, smile, smile. … [Read more...] about After 10 games, Sabres seeking another gear

'"Our depth, I think, has got to be a strength," Drury said. "In all scenarios goalie, D, forward, special teams. (As for our) weakness, I'm not sure. We're working a lot on our system. Still working on our forecheck every day and watching video on it. Hopefully we can get that nailed down soon."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo can still get better, say Sabres

'Jochen Hecht, Henrik Tallinder and Derek Roy all missed Friday's practice with injuries sustained in Thursday night's 3-0 win over the New York Islanders on Long Island. Hecht took a puck to the mouth and didn't return to the line-up. Ruff said Hecht lost some skin, but didn't know specifics. Roy has what Ruff described as a lower body injury, while … [Read more...] about Three Sabres Hurt; Status For Saturday Uncertain

'The Sabres, who go for a record-setting 11-0-0 start Saturday night at home against Atlanta, are actually bucking history as they try to turn their early success into a championship. They're the ninth team in NHL history to start a season with seven or more victories (the Sabres were helped by three shootout wins, which would have been ties before last season). But only one of … [Read more...] about History says hold the parade!

'"We just weren't sharp to start the game," Briere said. "In the second and third [periods], it was a little better. I don't think we had the explosiveness that we usually have. Once we got the lead, we played a safe game. It was a boring road game, basically, but it's going to happen some nights. It's good we still find ways to win."' … [Read more...] about Sabres are a perfect 10