Archives for 2006

'Although the Sabres did squander a 2-0 lead, giving up Simon Gagne's tying goal in the final two minutes of regulation, it was a strong outing for an youthful team making its first playoff appearance in five years. "People complain about the Sabres not being an experienced team, but you play all the way into a second overtime against the Flyers with their history -- it's … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Philadelphia 2, 2OT

'Umberger was hurt 12 minutes into the first overtime of the playoff series-opener when he was leveled by Buffalo defenseman Brian Campbell at the Flyers' blue line. Campbell, who wasn't penalized on the play, blasted Umberger with a clean shoulder check as the Philadelphia player skated with his head down after taking a pass. Campbell anticipated the play and got his right … [Read more...] about Flyers rookie Umberger up and walking after being knocked woozy

'"I saw Jochen coming down the side board, I was on the inside and I slid back door and realized nobody took me," Briere said. "When I saw he had the step on the guy, I was hoping he'd see me. When it (the pass) came my eyes were pretty big."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Philadelphia 2 (2-OT)

'Buffalo peppered Flyers goalie, Robert Esche, with 58 shots. That is a new team record for the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Briere Lifts Sabres Over Flyers In Double OT

'"We let them hang around and took a careless penalty that allowed them to tie the game."' … [Read more...] about Sabres take Game 1 in Double OT

'Both teams should be proud of themselves, they just played a hell of a game.' … [Read more...] about Twice as sweet

'This could be 1999 again.' … [Read more...] about McKee glad to be back in playoffs

'Game time is 7 p.m. and the Sabres are expected to have a "white out". Which basically means they're ripping off Winnipeg and dressing the fans in white shirts.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers: Round 1, Game 1

'"It's been one of our strengths this year," said center Tim Connolly, who had 23 power-play points in only 63 games. "It's something we've worked on really hard both in practice and in games, and I think we've just found some chemistry. We have two pretty solid units that are both capable of scoring goals."' … [Read more...] about Sabres find safety in numbers

'"When I got here, I was too excited and needed to calm down," Miller said. "I have to take the same mind-set and focus in. I'm not saying I'm not going to use the energy and use the excitement. I definitely want to perform my best, but there's a way to approach it where you calm down, have fun and enjoy it. Enjoy the challenge. It is one of the greatest challenges you're going … [Read more...] about Miller embraces chance to play on the big stage

'"He's a guy that's had his ups and downs this year," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "We'd like to get to him early. We'd like to test him. We'd like to get him in situations where we make him be the difference in the game."' … [Read more...] about Esche gets the call after up-and-down season

'"It's great they're back . . . it's a huge boost," said Johnny, an 11-year veteran bartender at City Grill on Main Street downtown. "They're a great young talent . . . win or lose, they're always exciting and they always play hard . . . Thank you, Mr. Golisano."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fever has WNY abuzz and in a tizzy

'The Buffalo Sabres averaged a 5.0 rating for games on MSG, up 56 percent from the 3.2 they averaged two years ago when the team didn't make the playoffs. The ratings should double for the first-round playoff series with the Philadelphia Flyers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ ratings climb

'Sabres are 6-3 all-time with home-ice advantage in the first round.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers

'The Flyers may have the experience edge, but Sabres co-captain Chris Drury says it won't be a factor. "He (Miller) is so mentally tough," Drury said. "Despite not having any NHL playoff games under his belt, he'll respond well."' … [Read more...] about Sabres are not hung up on playoff pressure