Archives for April 27, 2007

'But it was Miller, who raised his playoff record this season to 6-1, who starred, stopping 31 of 33 Rangers shots, including two in the waning minutes with New York on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Steal Game Two

'Chris Drury and Brian Campbell also scored for the Sabres, who were outshot and outchanced through two periods, but found another gear when it mattered most, tying the game on Drury's goal early in the third before Vanek won it.' … [Read more...] about No slowing the Sabres

'The Sabres would score twice in the third to complete the 3-2 come back win over the Rangers. Thomas Vanek would net the game winner halfway through the third period. Brian Campbell notched a goal and an assist while Ryan Miller stopped 31 shots in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Complete Comeback In Game Two Win

'Paul Mara and Martin Straka scored for the Rangers, who played much better following a 5-2 loss on Wednesday, but still couldn't contain the Sabres' depth and offense when it counted.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, NY Rangers 2

'The Sabres were trailing, 2-1, to start the third period, but quickly tied the game thanks to a defensive miscue from New York. Marek Malik grabbed the puck off of a Buffalo defender deep along the left boards, but inexplicably threw the puck out front. It went all the way to the high slot where Toni Lydman uncorked a blast that Drury redirected into the net just 24 … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, NY Rangers 2

'"The type of player he is and the way the game changed after the lockout, our pro scouts thought that he would be a very good fit for us," said Regier. "We were looking for a veteran presence, to stabilize and teach young players and lead by example. He has the game down to a science. He's so effective and efficient."' … [Read more...] about Numminen a key find

'A quick Google search found Zakowicz' unofficial site among more than 600 Sabres-related sites and blogs. Those include the team site, Sabres.com, and unofficial ones such as Sabresreport.com, Sabreslegends.com and NewBlueandGold.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hot on Web

'What's with the opening minute of Sabres' series the last year? What's with all the ref love? What's with those ties? And why wear beer googles? No answers, just more questions.' … [Read more...] about Imponderable questions for the day of Game 2

'“But you know what? You’ve got to grow up in a hurry in these short series, and you’ve got to understand it is the first team to four, and we’ve only played one. It’s far from over. I think the guys got their heads around that as we progressed through the day.”' … [Read more...] about N.Y. state of mind: depression

'“I don’t know how to explain it,” said Daniel Briere. “It’s one of those mysteries. But yeah, a lot of times those hardnosed players, guys that have a role during the season that is not on the front line or not on the spotlight as much, have that knack to just step up and make big plays in the playoffs.”' … [Read more...] about Mair makes the most of minutes

'“Maybe we didn’t play our best, but maybe they didn’t play their best,” Jagr said. “The bottom line is we lost the game. They found a way to win the hockey game. We make some mistakes; maybe they forced us to make the mistakes. Maybe they’re good enough to force us to make our mistakes. I don’t know. We’re going to find out … [Read more...] about Jagr walks tightrope in his off-day remarks

'“When a team is winning, it’s OUR team,” noted Pines, chuckling. “When it’s losing, it’s, ‘THEY lost.’ ”' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 wins boost fans&#8217 self-esteem

'“The party got bigger than we thought it would, and we probably overreacted a little bit,” said Sabres managing partner Larry Quinn. “I’d hope we’d always err on the side of protecting the public, but we went a little far this time.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres relent, put beer back in plaza party game plan

'He has also gathered quite a fan base singing “God Bless America” during the seventh-inning stretch at many New York Yankees games. But his hockey home remains Buffalo. The Sabres are his team. “They’re going to bring Stanley to Buffalo,” Tynan said Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Inspirational Irish tenor sings the praises of Sabres

'"Confidence is a major thing," co-captain Daniel Briere said of Vanek. "When you're confident, you feel like you can make it happen. It seems like the puck is following you. It's the case with Thomas right now."' … [Read more...] about Ice time right time for Sabres’ Vanek