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'"Brian has been very solid for us," Ruff said Saturday. "I think the one thing I've always stressed with Brian is just use your instincts. Brian is a guy that has tremendous speed; he's got good offensive instincts. He's made a lot of nice plays and helped create a lot of nice opportunities for us by using that speed and that instinct.' … [Read more...] about Ruff trusts Campbell's instincts

'Unfortunately, GM Darcy Regier hasn't traded five or six players. It leaves the Sabres with little choice with Ruff, who is running out of time. Maybe somebody else can overcome the Sabres shipping their heart and soul for Tiny Tim Connolly and Taylor Quiet, I mean, Pyatt. Meanwhile, Regier sleeps peacefully knowing the Rigases were satisfied enough to offer him a … [Read more...] about In today's world, Ruff's longevity as Sabres coach is a miracle on ice

'"We are disappointed in the progress to date," said James M. Wadsworth, one of the committee co-chairmen. "We recognize that our goals were more ambitious than realistic. The committee as a whole remains committed to the effort, and we are in the process of trying to redefine our goals and responsibilities in going forward. And we are working closely with … [Read more...] about Ticket drive for Sabres to miss goal, shift tactics

'"They put us back on our heels and we needed to get a few good shifts in there and we didn't," center Jeff Halpern said. "It's very disappointing to give up a lead in the third [period] and lose a game in the last five minutes. Very disappointing."' … [Read more...] about For Caps, Bad Things Come in 3

'The Buffalo Sabres played like they were waiting for the other shoe to drop all night. When it didn't, the Sabres sprang to life and did some shoe dropping of their own.' … [Read more...] about Sabres outwork Capitals

'Among the problems with that is the state's $10 billion budget shortfall over the next 16 months. There is talk of a cutback in services and possible layoffs, and it is feared there will be a taxpayer backlash if a professional team is bailed out while citizens struggle. Additionally, if local help is not available, other groups may offer enough to tempt ownership to … [Read more...] about Caps report

'``It's a big difference,'' Mair said, referring to the team's new confidence. ``Before, it felt like everyone was deflated on the bench. But there was no quit on the bench tonight. We knew that we were on them, and if we dogged them hard enough, maybe they would give.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres 4, Capitals 3

'``It's not a pretty sight,'' Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said after the Sabres rallied for a 4-3 victory over Washington. ``Once we get him off the (trainer's) table, and I don't think he's off yet, we'll see how he feels.''' … [Read more...] about Hecht loses part of ear after being struck in head by puck

Defenseman Dmitri Kalinin and Adam Mair scored 68 seconds apart late in the third period as the Buffalo Sabres rallied for their third straight win, 4-3 over the Capitals. … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Washington 3

'Playing for the second time in as many nights, the Sabres found enough energy late to extend their winning streak to three games for the first time since March 7-10.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Washington 3

Lindy Ruff feels like he has been raked over the coals this year. Maybe with the help of a player named Satan, the beleaguered Sabres coach could possibly salvage the season and his job. The Sabres beat the New York Rangers 4-1, winning their second straight game. However, Ruff is not anywhere out of the woods yet. … [Read more...] about Two wins give Sabres some life

A friend of “The Instigator” insists that if sports wagering were legal in New York State, picking the opponent in the second Buffalo Sabres game in back-to-back nights is as automatic as the add-on sale attempt at Mr. Oil Change. … [Read more...] about Good things: place your bets on Sabres over Capitals

'C Michael Nylander has seven goals and 12 assists in his past nine games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Capitals

'The result gave the Sabres consecutive victories for the first time since starting the season 2-0.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep it going by routing Rangers

'It is believed that Hamister discussed a scenario in which the governments would contribute as much as $35 million, primarily in renegotiated loans and leases, that would allow the new owners to take over the team with dramatically reduced expenses and debt, sources said.' … [Read more...] about Hamister wants aid package to buy Sabres