Archives for December 2005

'"Miller was just solid."' … [Read more...] about Sabres shootout Flyers, 2-1

Semenov recalled by Florida (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'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

'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