Archives for April 27, 2007

'I'm not a big fan of "bulletin board material" and I didn't think it had a big effect on professional athletes, but after watching the Sabres 5-2 victory Wednesday, my views on the subject have changed slightly.' … [Read more...] about Comments from Avery, Renney backfire as Buffalo adds fuel to its fire

'While the Yankees could use him, figure on the Rangers pursuing Drury when he hits the open market July 1. As per club policy, he and the Sabres have not engaged in contract extension talks in months. "No, we never got into it," Drury said. "My feeling kind of all along was: If it was going to be quick - a one-day deal - good, let's get it out of the way."' … [Read more...] about Drury digs Garden

'He might get to play his home games in the city yet, for the Rangers, but let's not get ahead of ourselves. The Rangers still are in the serious business of trying to stop him, not sign him. Lots of luck.' … [Read more...] about Drury’s audition for Broadway role?

Their Defense in Question, Rangers Look to Regroup (New York Times) Blueshirts irked at being counted out (New York Daily News) Drury digs Garden (New York Daily News) Outlook not Roz-y (New York Post) Rust no longer an excuse for Rangers (New York Post) Needing a 'V' with problems at 'D' (New York Newsday) Drury's audition for Broadway role? (New York Newsday) Hockey … [Read more...] about Friday’s New York Coverage (Updated 2:00 p.m.)

'"You get a bit of everything with both guys," Ruff said yesterday as the teams prepared for this evening's Game 2. "Toni is physical, Henrik has outstanding reach and can skate."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ unlikely combo

'He said he never intended to rile the top-seeded Sabres by questioning their status as a legitimate Cup favourite before the series started. Renney's line "they're not the cream of the crop" was gobbled up and spat out by media and players alike in these parts. "You have to be more calculated in what you offer up," Renney said. "You'd expect the same from your players."' … [Read more...] about Renney mends fences

'While an experienced coaching staff like that of the Rangers might usually be able to shield their young defencemen from the top attackers of the opposition, that's not really possible against the Sabres. Blessed with skilled depth at all three forward positions, the Sabres have abandoned the traditional approach of designating a checking line or an "energy" line and instead … [Read more...] about Baptism of fire for Girardi

'"My first three years in the American Hockey League, I was used in more of an offensive role and saw some power-play time," Mair added. "But never at this level. The skill that those players have is remarkable, and it makes it quite easy for myself."' … [Read more...] about Fourth No. 2 line makes its mark

'"We've got four balanced lines and six mobile defencemen who like to join the rush," said Sabres centre Derek Roy. "It keeps the other team's forwards honest."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s balanced lines stun Rangers

'"There is an ebb and flow to a hockey team and roster spots are not always set," Renney says. "But Marcel has earned his spot. He belongs there. The other two guys really appreciate him in that position. He has size and he's strong. He has developed a bit of a feel, and he continues to grow."' … [Read more...] about Hossa finds his stride

Lapses put Amerks on brink (Rochester D&C) Amerks' Tuma suffers scary cut from skate (Rochester D&C) One more win will do it (Hamilton Spectator) Hamilton 4, Rochester 2 (AP) Amerks Backed to Wall (RNews.com) Amerks fall to 'Dogs, 4-2 (Amerks.com) Bulldogs grab 3-2 series lead (HamiltonBulldogs.com) Amerks on the brink as Hamilton takes Game 5 (LetsGoSabres.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'You probably don't know what it's like to be a Sabres fan, so I'm going to tell you. Let's start at the end. This year feels different. I don't watch every tick of the game with a skeletal knowledge that it's not really going to be OK. This year, I'm watching as if I'm along for the ride as they win, because they're simply winning.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rekindle hope for Buffalo in a blue-collar hockey world