Archives for January 2007

'Lost among the Buffalo Sabres’ 31 wins, 65 points and 168 goals are three disturbing numbers: 2-5-1. That’s the Sabres’ home record within the Northeast following Thursday’s sloppy 4-2 loss to the division rival Toronto Maple Leafs before a sellout crowd of 18,690 fans at HSBC Arena. Buffalo’s overall Northeast record (8-7-1) is a little … [Read more...] about Sabres struggling in division

'"It's a long schedule," Sabres co-captain Chris Drury said. "You want to win every game you play. There's certainly a little more emphasis with the rivalries within the division. But I wouldn't trade wins against the Central Division or the Southeast Division just to get wins against these guys."' … [Read more...] about Leafs feel right at home

'Circumstances have changed. No longer is Buffalo afforded the luxury of underdog status, or perceived indignation, its favorite sources of nourishment. The Sabres fed off their light regard coming out of the lockout, responding to critics with a "We'll show you." They took up the challenge when injuries to the likes of Daniel Briere, J.P. Dumont and Tim Connolly threatened to … [Read more...] about Sabres face new type of challenge

'"My goal is to play some great games so I have to force them into playing me a little bit more," said Biron, who won Saturday in Toronto. "If I can do that, hopefully this will stay the big plan, to use me more."' … [Read more...] about Biron takes loss in rare home start

'The Sabres have played the game on and off the ice almost perfectly. But in an environment in which it appears difficult to make deals, Regier has to make something happen this year before the deadline.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can't afford to stand pat again

'"Sometimes you get the schedule and sometimes the schedule gets you," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "We've had that advantage a few times where we played teams who have played away (the night before), and you have to take advantage of it and they did."' … [Read more...] about Tired Buffalo caught flat on home ice

'Instead, Drury not only played his regular shift, logging more than 19 minutes, but also scored Buffalo’s second goal in a 4-2 loss.' … [Read more...] about Despite bad leg, Drury plays, scores

'Count Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff among those who can't wait to see Sid the Kid and Alexander the Great play on the same line.' … [Read more...] about Ruff already licking his chops

'But the Miller-Biron tandem means even more to the freewheeling Sabres, who have scored more goals (166 heading into last night's game against the Leafs) than any other team. "I think it allows us to do more plays that maybe other teams wouldn't do," winger Thomas Vanek said. "We make a lot of plays maximizing speed ... high-risk plays. They pay off a lot of times, but it can … [Read more...] about Sabres blessed with two top netminders

'Briere would spend four seasons bouncing between Phoenix and Springfield before earning a permanent NHL job with the Coyotes in 2001-02.' … [Read more...] about AHL stars still shining: Daniel Briere

Steen staying sharp (Toronto Sun) For one night, this is as good as it gets (Toronto Sun) Kaberle hoping for all-star nod (Toronto Sun) Ruff already licking his chops (Toronto Sun) Steen on a roll as Leafs grind down Sabres (Toronto Star) Sabres blessed with two top netminders (Toronto Star) Sabres can't afford to stand pat again (Toronto Star) Victory is music to Leafs' … [Read more...] about Friday’s Toronto Coverage (Updated 8:15 a.m.)

'In his post-game comments, Ruff acknowledged the back-to-back scheduling of games as a factor, but noted that his team fell to defeat more from mental errors and a lack of intensity, than from any absence of preparation or conditioning. With Saturday's contest against Tampa Bay completing another 3-games-in-4-night stretch, on the heels of the same last week, the Sabres' coach … [Read more...] about Game # 44: Maple Leafs 4, Sabres 2

'"They were a little more desperate than we were," co-captain Daniel Briere added. "It was one of those nights. We have to forget about it and move on."' … [Read more...] about Sabres hand Leafs a victory in divided HSBC Arena

Amerks' Globke enjoying his call to defense (Rochester D&C) Amerks welcome Crunch to BCA on Friday night (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'The loss continued the Sabres mediocrity in division play. In games where the winner possesses a four-point swing in the standings, Buffalo has an overall record of 8-7-1 and a home record of 2-5-1.' … [Read more...] about Another Northeast Blow