'Coach' Taylor brings the best out of Amerks (Buffalo News) Amerks tell Novotny to shoot (Rochester D&C) Miller Shines in Game One (RNews.com) Amerks Take First Step to the Cup (SabresFans.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 22, 2005
The Sabres Report - Apr 21, 2005
Larry Quinn Speaks On Latest NHL Developments
'Quinn also talked about being confident that a new deal would get done in time to start the season in October. "I think this will result in an agreement because we've taken away the threats. We've said, guys, we want to make a deal with you. We want to do something that's fair and good for the game. I think the time is right now for the high road and I … [Read more...] about Larry Quinn Speaks On Latest NHL Developments
Sabres going retro
'Adelphia will broadcast games at 9 p.m. for seven straight Fridays on Adelphia Channel 13. May's crowning moment - beating Boston in overtime on April 24, 1993, to send the Sabres into the second round for the first time in a decade - kicks things off Friday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres going retro
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open playoffs with comeback (Buffalo News) Gaustad is Amerks' third-period hero (Rochester D&C) Miller's mind on next save (Rochester D&C) Amerks Rally in Game One (RNews.com) Rochester 3, Hamilton 1 (AP) Amerks tame Bulldogs (CP) Amerks lose 3-2 to Cleveland (Amerks.com) Amerks win 3-1 in game one (Amerks.com) Turner and Peters on Bee Morning Coffe Club Thursday … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 20, 2005
Sabre Legends: Don Luce
'Luce was not so one dimensional that he could not score himself. Luce showed his versatility by becoming an important part of the Sabres power play. His offensive production was steady and significant, and he'd often push the 70-point plateau in his prime.' … [Read more...] about Sabre Legends: Don Luce
Wednesday's Rochester Coverage
Gaustad is front and center (Rochester D&C) It's Playoff Time (RNews.com) Rochester Americans face hot Hamilton Bulldogs team in AHL playoffs (CP) Playoff preview (HamiltonBulldogs.com) Amerks Open Playoffs Wednesday (Sabres.com) Vanek Named Player of the Week (Sabres.com) Challenges loom for Bulldogs (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 19, 2005
Classic Games Aired Again
'To help Sabres and hockey fans across Western New York get their hockey fix, Adelphia Communications announced Tuesday it will offer “Sabres Retro Fridays” beginning Friday, April 22. Fans will be able to watch classic Sabres games, including the infamous “no-goal” from the 1999 Stanley Cup Finals against the Dallas Stars, by tuning into Adelphia … [Read more...] about Classic Games Aired Again
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks start over after regular season's end (Buffalo News) Is it Cup or bust for Amerks? (Rochester D&C) Amerks aren't favored (Rochester D&C) Vanek named AHL player of the week (CP) Rochester's Vanek named AHL Player of the Week (The Sports Network) Vanek named Player of the Week (Amerks.com) Dogs Set to Battle Amerks in Playoffs (HamiltonBulldogs.com) Vanek named … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 18, 2005
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks lose listless road finale (Rochester D&C) Barons win season (and Cleveland?) finale (Cleveland Plain Dealer) Amerks Lose Season Finale (RNews.com) Amerks open Calder Cup playoffs Wednesday against Hamilton (Amerks.com) Amerks sign Peter Trovato, end regular season today (Amerks.com) Barons Defeat Americans 3-2 In Season Finale (ClevelandBarons.net) Barons Overcome … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 17, 2005
Bowman favors some radical changes to revive hockey
'Nets? Keep 'em. Ties? Chuck 'em.' … [Read more...] about Bowman favors some radical changes to revive hockey
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
A crowning glory (Rochester D&C) Taylor wins record third team MVP (Rochester D&C) Crunch top Amerks (Syracuse Post Standard) Amerks Win Kilpatrick Trophy (RNews.com) Syracuse 7, Rochester 4 (AP) Vanek ties rookie scoring record in loss (Amerks.com) Rochester Americans announce award winners (Amerks.com) Amerks to honor Thomas M. Nichols Scholarship winners … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 16, 2005
Buffalo teams sweep 'Scotty Cup' games
'"What makes it is when you see the expression on the kids' faces," said Regier, the Sabres general manager. "The hype and the excitement, it's pretty neat. It's what hockey is all about."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo teams sweep 'Scotty Cup' games
Buffalo Claims the First Bowman Cup
'The Buffalo Seniors became the inaugural recipients of the Bowman Cup Friday night as they defeated Rochester, 9-1, in front of an estimated crowd of 4,000 fans in HSBC Arena.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Claims the First Bowman Cup
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks collar Bulldogs (Rochester D&C) Robertson gives edge to the '83 Amerks (Rochester D&C) Amerks Set Points Record (RNews.com) Rochester 5, Hamilton 3 (AP) Amerks down 'Dogs 5-3 (Amerks.com) Amerks sign Barret Ehgoetz (Amerks.com) Bulldogs 3 Rochester 5 (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Apr 15, 2005
Showcase has star appeal
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff and former teammate Larry Playfair will coach the Buffalo seniors, while former Sabre Grant Ledyard will coach the juniors. Rochester's seniors will be led by Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier and former forward Rob Ray, while former Sabre Ric Seiling will coach the juniors. Hall of Famer Scotty Bowman will present the Scotty Bowman Cup to … [Read more...] about Showcase has star appeal