Archives for December 2005

'"I think what was important for us when we went through things, it was just to have a good bunch of guys," Regier said. "For the veterans who had gotten over themselves it was a lot more about team success and doing well. We've got a lot of younger players, too, and so for them it's to continue growing. One thing I would say is this is a good … [Read more...] about Regier swats away credit for Sabres' start

'This is final regular-season home game against Isles.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Islanders

Pesky Sabres Start Isles' week (New York Post) NY Islanders (17-15-2) at Buffalo (24-11-1) (AP) Red-hot Sabres return home to face Islanders (Sportsticker) New York Islanders (17-15-2) at Buffalo Sabres (24-11-1) (The Sports Network) Game preview (NewYorkIslanders.com) Sabres vs. Islanders - Game 4 (SabresFans.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New York Islanders Coverage (Updated 1:00 p.m.)

'Henrik Tallinder was perhaps the best player on the ice for the Sabres during the game and Miller gave another steady, confident performance that might finally lead to Darcy Regier trading one of the team’s three goalies.' … [Read more...] about Sabres strike back, ground Lightning 4-1

'"You're always one of the best dressed guys on the team. So, what's your favorite designer and what's the most you've ever spent on one article of clothing?"' … [Read more...] about Meet the Sabres: Ales Kotalik

'"I just think he wants to make a statement after not making (the Olympic team)," said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "He got a chance to go up against a U.S. goalie but knowing Ryan the team comes first, wins come first."' … [Read more...] about Sabres get back on track

'Kalinin had been a mainstay for Russia in international competition. He skated for his homeland in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey and the World Championships in '02, '03, '04 and '05.' … [Read more...] about Russian team snubs Kalinin

Streaking Sabres Top Slumping Bolts (Tampa Tribune) Suspension Surprises Vinny (Tampa Tribune) 'It feels like it's caving in on us' (St. Petersburg Times) Lecavalier sits out for high-stick suspension (St. Petersburg Times) Sabres vs. Lightning (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Tampa Bay Coverage

'Buffalo hasn't lost consecutive games since a four-game skid Nov. 2-9. "That's something we take pride in," Miller said. "It's just implied now. I don't even think we have to mention it. We wanted to come back and just play hard."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Tampa Bay 1

"I thought we got our legs back underneath us," Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. "We really skated. Our defense joined in on several of our goals and I thought that made the difference in the game."' … [Read more...] about Drury snaps tie as Sabres top Lightning

'Tampa Bay took a quick lead just 2:17 into the contest before the Sabres took over.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Tampa Bay 1

'Buffalo pulled away in the second as they took the lead on goals from Chris Drury and Henrik Tallinder.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Bounce Back To Beat Bolts 4-1

'Ryan Miller received his 12th start of the season in the net for Buffalo, making 30 saves in his 8th victory.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rebound from loss

Amerks rally on road to defeat Bulldogs (Rochester D&C) Rochester spoils Bulldogs' Christmas hopes (Hamilton Spectator) Americans score two third-period goals to edge Bulldogs 3-2 for AHL win (CP) Amerks Win From Behind (RNews.com) Amerks beat 'Dogs 3-2, make three player moves (Amerks.com) ‘Dogs drop 3-2 decision to Amerks (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage (Updated 1:45 p.m.)

Buffalo (23-11-1) at Tampa Bay (18-14-3) (AP) Sabres look to start another streak in Tampa Bay (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres (23-11-1) at Tampa Bay Lightning (18-14-3) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Tampa Bay Coverage