Archives for 2006

'Although the Flyers eventually came back to life and bit the stunned Sabres by taking a late lead, it was the relentlessness and persistence of Buffalo that orchestrated yet another victory in overtime, mirroring the past two games that they have won in the extra session.' … [Read more...] about Game # 16: Sabres 5, Flyers 4 (OT)

'But this wasn’t 9-1 by any means.' … [Read more...] about It’s overtime all over again as Sabres down Flyers

'The diminutive Briere, whom I’ve nicknamed “Mighty Mouse,” is generously listed in the Sabres media guide at 5’10” and 178 pounds, but he plays much bigger than that. Briere is not afraid to go into the corners to get a puck, or get physical behind the net in both zones. You rarely see Briere take a check, not because he’s afraid, but … [Read more...] about The Five Million Dollar Man

Amerks don't let ice drought halt practice (Rochester D&C) Stafford notches first NHL goal in Sabres' OT win (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage (Updated 4:45 a.m.)

'Briere scored on a slap shot 21 seconds into overtime to lift the Sabres to a 5-4 win over the last-place Flyers on Saturday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres snatch victory from Flyers in overtime

'"I thought we showed a lot of jam again," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "Down, 2-0, we started to roll. I liked the way we skated. I thought we were controlling play. . . . I thought we fought our way back, and it was a big win for our team."' … [Read more...] about Vanek's goal gives Sabres win

'"We just hope it calms down and he'll be ready by, I doubt [today], but hopefully Monday," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Miller sidelined with muscle strain

'The Sabres have won six times when trailing by two goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers

Opportunity knocking with Sabres back in town (Philadelphia Inquirer) Stevens, players want to get competitive juices flowing (Philadelphia Daily News) Flyers hope to avenge embarrassing loss (Bucks County Courier Times) Woes continue as Flyers braces for Sabres (Delaware County Times) Flyers have chance to make statement (Cherry Hill Courier Post) Flyers must play mad … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage (Updated 4:00 p.m.)

'Friday’s win over the Panthers was another in a dangerous string of come-from-behind wins that keep making things interesting. The new recipe has put them at the top of the Eastern Conference with Atlanta falling on Friday, and it’s always hard to argue with success.' … [Read more...] about Sabres tuck in their elders o again

'And while Ryan Miller is listed first on the depth chart, Biron has slightly outplayed him through the season's first month. Entering Friday's game, Biron was 3-0-0 with a 2.61 goal against average and a .913 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Biron steps in for injured Miller

Panthers blow 2-0 lead, lose 5-4 in OT (Miami Herald) Panthers fight back, but fall in overtime (Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel) New father Gratton skips game for birth (Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel) Panthers rally, then fall in OT (Palm Beach Post) Jokinen denies he pitched Keenan for Finnish post (Palm Beach Post) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Florida Coverage

'"It's one of those games as a goalie that you put the win in the bank and you just regroup," Biron said. "I'm fortunate enough that the team in front of me kept going at it."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Florida 4, OT

'"I was just in front screening the goal for Kotalik," said Vanek. "I think he was shooting the one-timer and it hit (Mike Van Ryn's) stick and broke it. I just picked it up and moved it to my forehand because I knew the goalie was moving."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Florida 4 (OT)

'Roberts accosted an official on the ice after the game, drawing misconduct, gross misconduct, and unsportsmanlike conduct penalties. As per NHL rules, the incident will be sent to NHL commissioner Gary Bettman for review.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Top Panthers 5-4 In OT, Vanek Shines