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'It seems that no matter what moves the Sabres make, goaltending and goal scoring never quite click on the same day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' offense drops ball

'They need to make a commitment to a goaltender, and Miller is the best one in the organization. This kid is ready, and this kid is for real.' … [Read more...] about Sabres need to find spot for Miller

'Several sources confirmed Tuesday that the Empire State Development Corp. has put together a financial assistance package that draws on "a half dozen" state programs. The plan, which is said to include benefits from the state's Empire Zone program, as well as low-cost electricity, comes very close to the state help Buffalo businessman Mark Hamister is … [Read more...] about Hockey franchise fiscal puck in Pataki's rink

'The Sabres' poor offense was best exemplified on their best scoring chance, a clean breakaway by Denis Hamel late in the third period. At first it appeared Hamel did not even register a shot on Osgood, but replays showed that Osgood just nicked it with a piece of his padding, forcing the shot high and wide.' … [Read more...] about Blake and Osgood Pull the Islanders to .500

'The goal was vindication for Blake after he struggled to beat Miller, who made 25 saves in his third career start. "He stopped me once before on a breakaway," Blake said. "I'm not going to say I picked that spot, but I wanted to get it high."' … [Read more...] about It's Nice to Get Even

For Sabres fans, it appears the team needs a miracle instead of more borrowed time. … [Read more...] about Dollar woes in Buffalo

'``I'm sick and tired of losing,'' coach Lindy Ruff said. ``It would have meant something to win that game. I think it's a baby step to get a point (with an overtime loss).''' … [Read more...] about Islanders 1, Sabres 0

'The Sabres had won eight of the previous 10 meetings with the Islanders.' … [Read more...] about NY Islanders 1, Buffalo 0 (ot)

He will start tonights home game against the New York Islanders, the Sabres said. Miller was 9-2-2 in his last 13 games for Rochester of the American Hockey League. … [Read more...] about Sabres, With NHLs Worst Record, Recall Goaltender Ryan Miller

'''I know,'' Peca said on Tuesday, as the Islanders prepared to play at Buffalo. ''That's the way of life. Things happen. Sometimes we can never explain why they do. But it's worked out great for me.''' … [Read more...] about Peca has no regrets leaving Buffalo

'''If you look at our past four or five games, we're averaging four goals-against a game. We can't support that,'' Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. ''Miller's been playing fabulous. ... We need to win a hockey game.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall goaltender Miller

'This year certainly has been the darkest in Sabres history.' … [Read more...] about Loss No. 6 has Sabres eyeing 2003

'“I’ve seen him a few times (over the past two weeks),” Regier said, “and I think he’s earned the opportunity quite frankly. That’s the driving force (for the recall).”' … [Read more...] about Sabres call Miller; he'll start tonight

'Buffalo, loser of six straight, tied the score late in the second period on a two-man advantage, but created little at even strength.' … [Read more...] about Zubrus Lends a Big Hand

'The opponent may only have been Buffalo, a team trying to deal with huge off-ice problems, but the Sabres continue to play Washington very tough every time the teams meet. Buffalo came from behind in the final 3:11 to beat the Caps in an earlier meeting this season.' … [Read more...] about Big return for Zubrus