Archives for 2006

'"I think it's a good matchup," said Senators coach Bryan Murray. "Their speed, skill and ability to play the game up and down the ice is a good matchup for us. We like to play that way."' … [Read more...] about Top-seeded Senators anxious to take on Buffalo Sabres

'Stafford is currently playing with the U.S. Men’s National Team at the World Championships in Riga, Latvia, and is the only collegian player on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Drew Stafford Signs 3-year Deal With Sabres

'A 2004 draft pick such as Stafford can sign for $984,200 with a signing bonus of 30 percent of the maximum annual compensation, according to the NHL's collective bargaining agreement. Performance bonuses also may be negotiated.' … [Read more...] about UND's Stafford signs with Buffalo

'"Were definitely the underdog going in."' … [Read more...] about Rooting for the underdogs

'Stafford led North Dakota to consecutive berths in the NCAA Frozen Four...'. … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Drew Stafford

'A team spokesperson said sales for the first two Buffalo dates, or the third and fourth games in the series, were nearly gone, and by 10:30 a.m., the sixth game was also down to single seats.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' 2nd round tix go fast

'Hours after tickets went on sale Wednesday, Games 3, 4, and 6 were sold out.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Going ‘Cup Crazy’ for Sabres

'"It was unfortunate in once sense that I didn't make the playoffs. But on the other hand, while I was playing for the Islanders, we had a really young team and I got the chance to play a lot and get a lot of good, NHL experience under my belt. I think the frustrating thing playing with the Islanders is that we were usually out of the playoffs early on in the … [Read more...] about Connolly likes taste of post-season

'UND forward Drew Stafford signed a three-year professional contract with the Buffalo Sabres early Wednesday morning, foregoing his final year of eligibility at UND. Stafford, who currently is in Riga, Lativa, playing at the World Championships, said he got "the best deal possible."' … [Read more...] about Stafford signs deal with Buffalo

"At some point Clarke is going to have to answer to Snider as to why the Sabres can win (2001 was their last playoff appearance until this postseason), lose, fall completely apart rebuild and win again while his team goes on making the same mistakes year after year, coach after coach, new goalie after new goalie." … [Read more...] about Same old story in Philly

'The Sabres will put tickets on sale at 9 a.m. today for the three possible home games against the Senators - Games Three, Four and Six. Tickets will cost the same as the first round: $120 for the 200 Level, $110 for 100 Level Preferred, $95 for 100 Level II, $80 for 100 Level III, $60 for 300 Level I and $50 for 300 Level II.' … [Read more...] about Sabres finish off Flyers with a bang

'"It went from being one of the loudest buildings to being very quiet," Briere said.' … [Read more...] about Full speed ahead

'"Winning never gets old," co-captain Chris Drury said. "To come from where this organization has come from, with the new ownership and bankruptcy, I can only imagine. We were picked 14th in our conference coming into the season. To get 100-plus points, win a playoff series and finish it off on the road like we did, everyone was pretty excited."' … [Read more...] about Playoffs turn into a joy ride for players

'"Tonight, I thought he looked more comfortable. He made some better decisions. That line really played well together. He made some great plays. I think this is a great confidence builder for him going into the next round."' … [Read more...] about Roy gets to the point in clincher

Send in the Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Philly would take a flyer until Monday (Ottawa Sun) Wanted: goalies, vets need not apply (Ottawa Citizen) Senators find winning combination (Ottawa Citizen) Disciplined play remains hot topic (Ottawa Citizen) Hasek says he won't be ready for next round's start (ESPN) Senators won’t take home-ice advantage for granted … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage