Archives for 2006

'“We can’t have three guys deep, because that’s how this team thrives on quick passes from their zone. They have really quick forwards and they could really create some problems that way,” said Petr Nedved. “I think we did a great job of that the last time we played them in Buffalo. They were a little disorganized and we have to play the same … [Read more...] about Flyers Get Ready for Quick and Balanced Sabres

Letting bygones be bygones (Philadelphia Inquirer) The 'Other' Forsberg (Philadelphia Inquirer) Will postseason lose physical charm? (Philadelphia Inquirer) Carter line hoping to be 'second punch' (Philadelphia Inquirer) The promise bland (Philadelphia Daily News) Peter Playoff (Philadelphia Daily News) Position by Position analysis (Philadelphia Daily News) Buffalo vs. … [Read more...] about Friday’s Philadelphia Coverage (Updated 7:45 a.m.)

Ten Amerks shuffling off to Buffalo for playoffs (Amerks.com) Amerks to hold town hall meeting with fans (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'The forwards on recall include Jiri Novotny, Chris Thorburn, Michael Ryan, Clarke MacArthur, Daniel Paille and Mark Mancari. The defensemen are Jeff Jillson, Doug Janik and team MVP Nathan Paetsch. Michael Leighton also heads back to Buffalo to serve as the team’s No. 3 goaltender.' … [Read more...] about Ten Amerks shuffling off to Buffalo for playoffs

'"Well," the rookie goalie said. "You've got to start somewhere."' … [Read more...] about Sabres low on playoff experience, high on confidence

'Fans will also be provided with pom-poms at their seat courtesy of New Era Cap Co.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Announce Game 1 HSBC Promotion

'Everyone entering HSBC Arena on Saturday night...will receive a white T-shirt courtesy of HSBC Bank.' … [Read more...] about White Out for Playoff opener

'Q: What other things does Philadelphia do well? A: They are well coached and play a really tight system. We saw that system in our last meeting here.' … [Read more...] about Drury on mtchup with Philly

'The Sabres called up center Jiri Novotny and defenseman Doug Janik on Thursday to bolster the team's lineup for the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up C Novotny, D Janik

'This is an interesting series in that these two teams play different styles and had very different seasons.' … [Read more...] about (4) Buffalo Sabres vs. (5) Philadelphia Flyers

'Flyers in 7.' … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Playoff Preview – Buffalo vs. Philadelphia

'The Sabres' 52 victories tied for third in the NHL, and their 110 points were fifth. They are already saying an early playoff exit would be a disappointing end and a sign that they did take things for granted. "Some guys have been around a long time and haven't had as good a team as we've had this year," Pominville said. "We broke the win record. Expectations are going to be … [Read more...] about Sabres’ rookies told to seize the moment

'"I sense it everywhere," Ruff said. "I sense it driving down the odd street. A guy will look over and give it the thumbs up and good luck in the playoffs. There really is that magical feeling again."' … [Read more...] about Like the fans, Ruff keyed up for playoffs

'"We have two really good goaltenders," Hitchcock said. "Our feeling was we wanted to start with the experienced player and go from there."' … [Read more...] about Flyers pick Esche as starting goalie

'And the Sabres’ biggest question mark is in goal: The plan has been to ride Ryan Miller toward the playoffs, but his shoddy play during most of March has been downright alarming. The good news is that, other than New Jersey’s Martin Brodeur, no playoff team in the East can boast of a battle hardened veteran between the pipes.' … [Read more...] about Thou Shalt Not Jinx