Archives for December 2001

'From start to finish the teams traded goals.' … [Read more...] about Nothing ugly about final score

'Playing their fourth road game in six nights, the Hawks ended their trip with a 3-1 record, giving them a season road record of 7-9-4.' … [Read more...] about Here's the deal: No trade

'After allowing four goals in less than 30 minutes, Biron--who has struggled as the Sabres' starter in the wake of the Dominik Hasek trade--was pulled by coach Lindy Ruff. But backup Bob Essensa couldn't stop the Hawks, either, giving up two goals on only five shots.' … [Read more...] about There's no defense for Thibault's effort

'Dumont recently bought the home of teammate Chris Gratton.' … [Read more...] about Housley still waiting for word on Olympics

'"It got pretty ugly out there at times, for both teams," said White, who before scoring was without a point in 17 games. "But you can't be on top of your game every night. You've got to win ugly sometimes, and we found a way to win ugly tonight."' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks find a way to win

'U.S. Olympic officials postponed announcing the remainder of the team until Saturday, meaning Phil Housley must wait a few more days to find out if he's going to Salt Lake City.' … [Read more...] about GM Smith, Pulford not at odds over Amonte

'Chicago coach Brian Sutter said some Sabres were "really, really sharp," but a few goals deflected off teammates before going in. "It was one of those nights that you hope for a bouncing puck, or some darnthing like that," Sutter said.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks 6, Sabres 5

'"Unfortunately for us, we weren't at the receiving end of too many good bounces."' … [Read more...] about Chicago 6, Buffalo 5

'"It feels good to get the call," Pyatt said. "I'm definitely excited about it. I'm feeling a little nervous already.' … [Read more...] about Pyatt hears opportunity knock after call-up

'"There was a lot of good things to like about the way Mika played, and not in an easy situation," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Noronen down; Biron recharged

'The Sabres have not been above .500 since losing to the Montreal Canadiens on Oct. 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Blackhawks

'The Sabres wanted to evaluate Noronen against NHL teams, and also give starting goalie Martin Biron a break. He has started 29 of Buffalo's 34 games.' … [Read more...] about Noronen sent back to Amerks

'Noronen, who strained an abdominal muscle and failed to finish Saturday's 4-2 loss to the New York Rangers, will return to the Sabres' AHL farm team in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres demote Noronen

'To fill his spot, Buffalo called up forward Taylor Pyatt, one of two players acquired in last June's trade that sent Michael Peca to the New York Islanders. … [Read more...] about Sabres place Rasmussen on injured reserve

'The Sabres have lost the equivalent of two forward lines, plus Hasek, during the past two seasons and need to forge a new identity in order to be taken seriously in the Eastern Conference race. Over to you, Mr. Regier.' … [Read more...] about Teamscope