Archives for December 18, 2005

'The game had the makings of a laugher, but then the Penguins took advantage of some passive play in the third period, scoring twice to slash the lead to one goal and recreate a moment that could have doomed the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Biron’s glove is golden

'One decision that doesn't need to be made pertains to Miller's status within the organization. The choice of whom to trade revolves around Biron and the inexpensive Mika Noronen.' … [Read more...] about Regier in no hurry to move a goaltender

'Buffalo should continue riding Biron for all he's worth, which happens to be a bargain at $2.12 million this season, and watch his stock skyrocket to heights previously unimagined. And while he leads them through this momentous first half of the season, they should be shopping him around the league. Sure, it sounds ridiculous now, but it will become an opportunity … [Read more...] about No time like present to shop Biron

'Hull retired earlier this season, and Roenick is nowhere near the player he was four years ago. Connolly has emerged as a surprise candidate for Team USA for the 2006 Olympics Games in Turin, Italy. The roster will be announced Monday. Connolly appears to be on the bubble, and that alone is an accomplishment. "He's proven himself," Stars winger Bill Guerin … [Read more...] about Connolly on bubble as nation awaits Olympic selections

'Remember all the crabbing before the season began about "they have no superstars"? It turns out that being loaded with a bunch of very good players means that Buffalo is better off than if it had to depend upon superstars. If the opposition puts the handcuffs on a couple of the top offensive Sabres, three or four other guys at the same talent level may still win … [Read more...] about Sabres, Bulls put the 'win' in winter

Sabres sweep series as Penguins drop 4-3 decision (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) LeClair accepts Crosby promotion (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Lemieux stays in Pittsburgh after heart problem recurs Friday night (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins drop second game under Therrien (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Mario experienced rapid heartbeat again (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Lemieux … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'With Pittsburgh goalie Jocelyn Thibault off for an extra attacker, Biron stopped Tomas Surovy from point-blank range with 29.6 seconds left. Surovy took a cross-ice feed from Ryan Whitney, and Biron smothered the puck at the goal line.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Pittsburgh 3

'"It was pretty easy for us off the start of the game," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "(Pittsburgh) had some guys who were playing pretty hard. They got us on our heels and they kept us there."' … [Read more...] about Biron extends winning streak against Lemieux-less Penguins

'Pittsburgh pulled its goaltender towards the end and Surovy had the puck right on the doorstep with an open net. However, Biron flopped his glove down to stop the shot and preserve the victory for Buffalo. "Every single play is always different," said Biron. "The puck took a weird bounce out there and I just kind of threw my arm back. I was fortunate enough to make the save in … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Pittsburgh 3

'The Sabres almost blew a 4-1 lead with the Penguins crawling back in the third period to come within one goal, but Biron prevented the come back to go all the way.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Hang On To Complete Sweep Of Pens

'"There was disappointment," said Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff. "We turned in a 37 minute out of about 60 minutes of performance. The last 23 minutes we turned into a very casual hockey team that let them back in the game and almost lost us the game."' … [Read more...] about Another 4-3 win

'Fans in Buffalo, who have given up on the NFL's Bills, are starting to embrace this club because it's the type of team the city loves: a bunch of no-names who work hard.' … [Read more...] about No-name Sabres putting team first in quiet run to top

Tired Amerks run out of gas in loss to Cleveland (Rochester D&C) Sommer's talk spurs Barons to victory (Cleveland Plain Dealer) Amerks Bounce Back (RNews.com) Amerks fall to Cleveland in shootout (Amerks.com) Cleveland Topples Rochester in Shootout (ClevelandBarons.net) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage