'The Sabres' top goalie prospect launched a war of words with Spezza last November by calling the phenom "cocky" following a B-Sens' victory over his Rochester Americans. Spezza got what appeared to be the last word March 5 when, in his final regular-season game in Binghamton, he beat Miller with a highlight-reel breakaway move.' … [Read more...] about Center's OT goal beats Sabres
The Sabres Report - Sep 20, 2003
Fans cheer return of hockey
'"This is a very strong hockey community, and this is an opportunity to celebrate hockey games with friends," Guiles said.' … [Read more...] about Fans cheer return of hockey
Senators 3, Sabres 2, OT
'Jason Spezza scored at 2:46 in overtime, lifting the Ottawa Senators over the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 Friday night in the exhibition opener for both teams.' … [Read more...] about Senators 3, Sabres 2, OT
Ottawa 3, Buffalo (OT)
'Defenseman Henrik Tallinder scored in the second period and Paul Gaustad tallied 4:01 into the third for the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 3, Buffalo (OT)
The Sabres Report - Sep 19, 2003
Maximizing Sabres' offense
'“You can look at those three guys we acquired,” coach Lindy Ruff said, “but there’s actually another player that’s new: Maxim Afinogenov.”' … [Read more...] about Maximizing Sabres' offense
The Sabres Report - Sep 18, 2003
Sabres send nine to junior teams
'Daniel Paille, the Buffalo Sabres' first round draft pick in 2002, was one of nine players that were sent back to their junior teams by the club on Thursday. Branislav Fabry, Clarke MacArthur, Louis-Phillippe Martin, Mike Mole, Michael Tessier, Michal Vondrka, Pavel Voroshnin and Jeff Weber were also returned to juniors.' … [Read more...] about Sabres send nine to junior teams
Sabres' marketing takes to airwaves
'The National Hockey League franchise has purchased air time on three network affiliate stations in Buffalo and another in Rochester for the release of "Memories of the Aud."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' marketing takes to airwaves
Tickets available at Aud
'Tickets for the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Buffalo Sabres NHL preseason exhibition game are still available at the Kitchener Aud's box office.' … [Read more...] about Tickets available at Aud
Sabres announce sales for individual games
'Individual tickets to the Buffalo Sabres' first 20 home games will go on sale Monday at 9 a.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce sales for individual games
Sabres' Drury a center of note
'“We don’t want to lump everything on Chris’ shoulders,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff was saying after a recent training-camp scrimmage at the ESL Centre. “But we are looking for a player that can finish and make a difference. From playing against Chris, we know that he can be a game-breaker. He can win games by himself.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres' Drury a center of note
The Sabres Report - Sep 17, 2003
Gardner impresses in goal as a long shot candidate
'He's had a very good camp," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said after Tuesday's scrimmages in the ESL Sports Centre on the Monroe Community College campus. "He's the goaltender that's been surprising. He's played well enough that he can become one of our depth goaltenders. We're in a situation where eventually we're going to need a … [Read more...] about Gardner impresses in goal as a long shot candidate
Sabres' 'D' moves into fast lane
'Sabres fans should expect more offensive punch this season because of Delmore alone. The defense had 21 goals last season, while Delmore had 18 himself.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' 'D' moves into fast lane
Sabres rookie center Roy impresses coaches
'“ But it’s hard not to notice him,” Ruff said. “ Others guys get the same scoring opportunities, but he’s sitting up on top (of the camp stat sheet).”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie center Roy impresses coaches
The Sabres Report - Sep 16, 2003
Rory Looks to Shed Label
'"Rory proved last year he can play, and he played very well for us," said Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff following practice Tuesday. "And he's had a very good camp."' … [Read more...] about Rory Looks to Shed Label
Sabres community events set in Rochester for next week
'Here is a list of player appearances...' … [Read more...] about Sabres community events set in Rochester for next week