'But they will have, at best, 14 months to retrieve the city's hearts and wallets. It's widely conceded that a long labour lockout will follow next season. If the Sabres aren't on a roll in all areas by then, the franchise would be in serious, serious trouble. It already is, if Hamister and Berman decide to go cheap.' … [Read more...] about Tough guy Ray rattles his sabres
The Sabres Report - Nov 30, 2002
Bassin loses out
We sure mishandled the process, said Bassin, co-owner of the Ontario Hockey Leagues Erie Otters. I am not saying it was him or anyone else. The question within the group was about what it was worth or what the value was. It was an easy, solvable thing. It bogged us down, but there was active, honest interest and capability. You could say we fumbled it. … [Read more...] about Bassin loses out
Penguins 4, Sabres 1
'Hedberg improved to 5-1-1 against Buffalo. Sabres goalie Martin Biron fell to 1-9-1 against Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Penguins 4, Sabres 1
Pittsburgh 4, Buffalo 1
'Pittsburgh went 2-for-5 with the man advantage on Friday and improved its power-play percentage to 32.7 (37-for-113). By contrast, Buffalo entered the contest ranked 30th with the man advantage at 10.4 percent. The Sabres failed to convert its five power-play opportunities against the Penguins and are 0-for-19 in the last four games.' … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh 4, Buffalo 1
Pittsburgh 4, Buffalo 1
'Buffalo captain Stu Barnes spoiled Hedberg's shutout attempt midway through the third period, but the Sabres still have won just once in 16 games (1-11-3-1).' … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh 4, Buffalo 1
The Sabres Report - Nov 29, 2002
Yushkevich deal may set the bar if Sabres trade Zhitnik
Alexei Zhitnik has a twin named Dimitri who, for all I know, is bumping around the Ukraine parlaying his brother's fame into discounted shovel service. If you're looking for Zhitnik's twin on the National Hockey League ice, look closely at ex-Panther Dmitry Yushkevich, who was traded Wednesday to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for forward Jaroslav Bednar and … [Read more...] about Yushkevich deal may set the bar if Sabres trade Zhitnik
Biron hopes to own Pens for a change
'Biron's record versus the Penguins is 1-8-1 with a 3.74 goals-against average.' … [Read more...] about Biron hopes to own Pens for a change
Lengthy injured list at least isn't growing
'Barry Williams (Greg Brady from "The Brady Bunch") will sing the national anthem and be joined throughout the game by Chris Knight (Peter Brady) and Mike Lookinland (Bobby Brady) for in-game promotions. Music from the disco decade will be played during breaks in the action. Right on!' … [Read more...] about Lengthy injured list at least isn't growing
Sabres vs. Penguins
'C Mario Lemieux has three goals and 12 assists in his past six games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Penguins
Penguins-Sabres scouting report
'The Sabres opened the season with back-to-back wins with a combined score of 11-2. They’ve won only two games since.' … [Read more...] about Penguins-Sabres scouting report
The Sabres Report - Nov 28, 2002
NHL coach in exile
"In Buffalo, he thought he was bigger than anyone in the organization," a current NHL GM says. "Bigger than the GM, bigger than his star player, Dominik Hasek. "That's what he's done everywhere he's been. He ruined his reputation. Nobody trusts him because of his track record. At least 20 GMs, including myself, would never consider hiring him, … [Read more...] about NHL coach in exile
Global goalies
'"I feel that Marty is at a higher level right now at his age than the norm. And he's maintaining that higher level."' … [Read more...] about Global goalies
Be thankful n at least two Sabres have heart
Off the bench and down the hallway to the lockerroom, here come the Buffalo Sabres, a 1-0 lead on the board and the fans for once actually cheering after 40 minutes. Over the railing above the walkway spill four arms covered to practically their fingertips in the bright red sleeves of their oversized third jerseys. Arms swing, hands wave, fingers wiggle, anything to get the … [Read more...] about Be thankful n at least two Sabres have heart
Lightning makes its own luck against Sabres
'The Tampa Bay Lightning spent three days in Atlantic City, N.J., before it arrived in Buffalo. Then the Lightning sat its All-World goalie to start a backup who hadn't won a game in three years and had been activated off injured reserve Saturday. But the Buffalo Sabres still couldn't win.' … [Read more...] about Lightning makes its own luck against Sabres
Bolts, Sabres Deadlock
'Tampa Bay continues to find ways to earn points on the road.' … [Read more...] about Bolts, Sabres Deadlock