Archives for 2006

'There are many reasons for the Sabres' rise to prominence. But Gaustad's arrival as an NHL player, and the sustained play of the fourth line, have been big factors. When you can roll four lines, as Lindy Ruff has done, it filters through the roster. It fortifies a team for the end of games, the end of road trips, and the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Gaustad comes forth as a scorer

'"They're up there in the standings, and they work extremely hard," Sabres co-captain Daniel Briere said Tuesday. "That's the one thing I've noticed with the Maple Leafs. They come hard at you. They're relentless. That's a difference from the previous years that we've seen them. They're certainly tough to play … [Read more...] about Leafs turn into relentless contenders

'C Chris Drury entered season with 11 goals against Toronto, tied with Chicago for most against any team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Maple Leafs

'Without a doubt, Sabres fans have been very thankful for the team’s hot start this year. But a loss to the Leafs tonight could bring some doubts -- and move Toronto closer to first place in the standings.' … [Read more...] about Toronto rivalry heats up again

'“Normally you don’t see Sabres enthusiasm until the Bills’ season is over,” Nye said. “(Hockey) is no longer a secondary sport ... it’s carried over since last year’s playoff run.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres equal profits

'Don't think I've ever seen a team that has the will, collectively, to play like its hair is on fire from the opening faceoff to the last whistle the way this outfit does, night after night.' … [Read more...] about Pumped-up Sabres never stop attacking

Pumped-up Sabres never stop attacking (Toronto Sun) Leafs at Sabres (Toronto Star) Leafs Game Day (National Post) Toronto (12-6-4) at Buffalo (17-3-1) (AP) Sabres look to avenge earlier loss to Leafs (Sportsticker) Toronto Maple Leafs (12-6-4) at Buffalo Sabres (17-3-1) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Toronto Coverage (Updated 12:00 p.m.)

Olesz making most of time as an Amerk (Rochester D&C) Amerks and Knighthawks offer holiday packages (Amerks.com) Amerk Daniel Paille feature on AHL chat today (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'“You got to show it on the ice,” said Sabres forward Ales Kotalik, who recorded three assists and was one of 14 Sabres with at least one point. “This team (has) a lot of pride and a lot of character. Good character doesn’t allow you to lose two in a row. We hope we never lose two or more in a row. That’s what keeps us in the standings where … [Read more...] about No slide for Sabres

The DVD includes video highlights of some celebrated Jeanneret calls, along with interviews featuring some of your favorite current and former Sabres players such as Daniel Briere, Martin Biron, Rob Ray and Pat Lafontaine. … [Read more...] about Top Shelf On Sale Tomorrow

"The game is so much faster," Funk said. "You don't have any time to make decisions. You have to get your head up and move the puck very quickly. Hopefully every game that I play, I can improve in that aspect." … [Read more...] about Bringing The Funk To HSBC Arena

' The gritty forward asked no questions. Paille merely went out and contributed two assists during Buffalo's 7-2 triumph. He had an assist on Jiri Novotny's go-ahead score and made a perfect pass to set up a Paul Gaustad goal.' … [Read more...] about Paille makes his callup count

'Paul Gaustad had two goals and an assist for his first three-point NHL game. Thomas Vanek also scored twice. Chris Drury had a goal, while Jiri Novotny and Jaroslav Spacek ended lengthy scoring slumps.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have a magnificent second

Amerks embark on four-game in five-night stretch (Amerks.com) Drew Larman and The Moose to visit Charlotte Library (Amerks.com) Booth and Paille recalled; Olesz assigned to Amerks (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'The skidless Sabres have responded with at least four goals in each of their games following a defeat, but they haven't exactly won them with ease.' … [Read more...] about Inside shots