Western trip crucial to Sabre hopesSource: AP 'Ruff said Biron will get a game off, most likely against the Kings on Thursday. That means backup Bob Essensa gets his first appearance since Dec. 19, and just his sixth of the season.' Related posts: Brodeur and the Top Line Boost the Devils Once Again Sabres assign G Noronen to Rochester Sabres sign Essensa as backup Noronen gets to make his case tonight There's no defense for Thibault's effort