Archives for December 19, 2005

'In some respects, the Sabres this season have become an extension of their oldest player. Numminen gives the Sabres more mobility and has been better than expected over the first two months. They're convinced his friendly, unflappable personality and consistent play has contributed to chemistry that's become so vital in the Buffalo dressing room. And he's a key figure on the … [Read more...] about Age just a Numminen to senior Sabre

'"We've played a lot of hockey," Ruff said Sunday. "I think he could use just a mental rest. He made some big saves, but there were a couple goals he wasn't that sharp on. Somebody is going to play on this road trip. I'm convinced of that. The problem is convincing my other coaches."' … [Read more...] about Biron may get rare day off soon

'The Sabres have lost four straight and 8 of their last 10 in Philadelphia.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers

Flyers face the Sabres tonight (PhillyBurbs.com) Buffalo (22-10-1) at Philadelphia (19-8-4) (AP) Biron can win 14th consecutive start vs. Flyers (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres (22-10-1) at Philadelphia Flyers (19-8-4) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'With Roy and Pominville looking like they’ll be sticking for a while in Buffalo, the remaining Sabres prospects have taken the increased availability of playing time and ceased the opportunity to show the front office that their development shouldn’t go unnoticed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres AHL prospects update

Tired Amerks collapse in loss to Binghamton (Rochester D&C) Senators goaltender stops Amerks' good chances (Rochester D&C) B-Sens dump Amerks for rare back-to-back victories (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Sens' Bochenski sidelined after injuring shoulder (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Tired Amerks Lose Again (RNews.com) Binghamton 5, Rochester 3 (AP) Sens score … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage