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'The Sharks came out firing scoring three goals in a span of 2:02 early in the first period. They eventually chased Mika Noronen out of the net after their fourth goal.' … [Read more...] about Sharks Send The Sabres Back To Earth With 5-0 Loss

'"We got down right off the bat and we were a sluggish team."' … [Read more...] about Streak ends at five with five

'Thorburn has eight goals and nine assists in 21 games with the Amerks this season. He currently ranks second on the Amerks with 50 penalty minutes. It is the first recall of his career for the 6’3”, 220-pound native of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Thorburn was the Buffalo Sabres’ second-round selection (50th overall) in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo calls on Thorburn

Injury-depleted Amerks defeat Manitoba (Rochester D&C) Moose streak snuffed (Winnipeg Sun) Amerks slam sloppy Moose (Winnipeg Free Press) Marlies top Bulldogs (CP) Amerks Win Wild One (RNews.com) Amerks down Moose 6-5 (Amerks.com) Buffalo calls on Thorburn (Amerks.com) Rochester Edge out Moose in See-Saw Affair (MooseHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'If surgery is necessary, Dumont would be lost for up to three months, and probably wouldn't be available until after the Olympic break in mid-February.' … [Read more...] about Sabres RW Dumont has sports hernia

'Also, it is official that Forward J.P. Dumont has a sports hernia and he will have surgery. Dumont may be able to return to the Sabres lineup in March.' … [Read more...] about Miller Back, Dumont Out For Months

Next for Sharks: at Buffalo (San Jose Mercury News) San Jose (8-12-4) at Buffalo (16-9-1) (AP) Thornton makes debut for Sharks vs. Sabres (Sportsticker) San Jose Sharks (8-12-4) at Buffalo Sabres (16-9-1) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Friday’s San Jose Coverage

'While the concept of breaking even or making a small profit may seem a modest step for the Sabres, it reportedly would be the first time in more than 20 years that the team wasn't awash in red ink.' … [Read more...] about Sabres predict a profit

'"Desperate is probably the best (adjective)" to describe the Sabres' recent play, said coach Lindy Ruff. "The game was a little low on energy at times, but it was big on heart. To grind it out and come back was a desperate way to win a game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep winning on road

'Montreal Canadiens team doctor and abdominal specialist David Mulder examined the injured Sabres forwards Thursday night in the Bell Centre. Mulder didn't see any reason Briere wouldn't be able to play after a little more rest, but he indicated serious surgery might be necessary for Dumont.' … [Read more...] about Dumont's return in doubt, Briere OK

'"It's a big deal. We'll just have to see how it pans out," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said Thursday from Montreal prior to beating the Canadiens. "The best player, obviously, is Thornton. But there's a lot of teams out there relying on a lot of good players instead of one line or one individual to carry the team. (The Bruins) have been … [Read more...] about Thornton happy, eager to swim with Sharks

'G Martin Biron hasn't lost since Nov. 12.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Sharks

'Paul Gaustad has been one of the biggest surprises this year. He's another fellow that can be included on that list of players that have stepped up with more increased ice time because of the injuries. He is, without a doubt, the team's unsung hero. He does so many things well.' … [Read more...] about Underrated Sabres continue to impress

Sabres edge hurtin' Habs (Montreal Gazette) Game to forget for Bonk (Montreal Gazette) Late Collapse Sinks Habs Again (HabsWorld.net) Canadiens fall to Sabres in overtime (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Montreal Coverage

'The Buffalo Sabres keep finding ways to overcome their injury woes.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Montreal 2, OT