Archives for November 2009

'“You dream of playing in the NHL, and that first goal was just indescribable,” Ennis said. “It was really just extreme excitement hopping on the ice for the first time, a pretty awesome feeling.”' … [Read more...] about Miller and Sabres snap Flyers&#8217 5-game win streak

'Tyler Ennis tallied in his NHL debut and Ryan Miller made 29 saves for the Sabres, who have won three straight games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Philadelphia 2

'The Sabres withstood a barrage of Flyer shots in the final moments to preserve the victory. The Flyers outshot the Sabres 31-25 for the game, but Ryan Miller was outstanding, finishing with 29 saves.' … [Read more...] about Three In A Row! Sabres Down Flyers 3-2

Portland Pirates Today (Pportland Press Herald) Ennis Scores in NHL Debut (PortlandPirates.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Portland Coverage

'Tyler Ennis landed in Philadelphia at 5:05 as he will play his first NHL game tonight. Drew Stafford is out with a hip flexor.' … [Read more...] about Ennis touches down in Philly. Lydman getting closer

Buffalo (11-4-1) at Philadelphia (10-4-1) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (11-4-1) at Philadelphia Flyers (10-4-1) (The Sports Network) Red-hot Flyers look for sixth consecutive win (NHL.com) Game notes (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'It came down to the Olympic goaltenders. If Ryan Miller is as good in Vancouver as he was Friday, Americans will be as happy as Sabres fans.' … [Read more...] about Miller puts forth golden effort in Sabres’ shootout victory

'"He's a dominant player in this league," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "Our fans don't get to see those type of players that often because of being out West, but he's a good competitor, he's a good leader for them. He's a guy that, given key offensive situations, he doesn't miss very often."' … [Read more...] about Local fans enjoy chance to see Iginla

Power outage costs Flames against stingy Sabres (Calgary Herald) Boyd shows signsof breakout (Calgary Herald) Game Story (Calgary Herald) Flames' spark dwindles (Calgary Sun) Prust gives friends a show (Calgary Sun) Masking his excitement (Calgary Sun) Flames Game Review (Calgary Sun) Inside the Game: Flames vs. Sabres (CalgaryFlames.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Calgary Coverage

'Pominville beat Miikka Kiprusoff with a wrist shot that went between the goalie’s legs. Miller then stopped Rene Bourque’s attempt to secure the bonus point.' … [Read more...] about Pominville scores shootout winner for Sabres

'The shootout moved to the fourth round after Roy scored on a nifty deke of Kiprusoff on a rising forehand shot and Olli Jokinen returned the favor by slipping a backhander between the pads of Miller. Jarome Iginla was robbed of a shot in close by Miller, and Pominville blasted one into the back of the net. Miller was then able to end it by sliding to his right and closing the … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 1 (SO)

'Most of the Buffalo Sabres said before Friday night's contest that it would be a good one. They weren't kidding.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Outduel Flames for a 2-1 SO Win

'“I think sometimes (not talking) develops good leadership, too,” Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Ruff&#8217s pulling back on pushing players

'"I don't want to get too satisfied with that," he said. "The points are nice and it shows I can contribute offensively but obviously I want to take care of my own end first."' … [Read more...] about Rookie Myers enjoying early ride

'"I started to come to my own on how to produce points and what to do in certain situations in the offensive zone, and I tried to take that into Buffalo. It's been going well so far. I want to make sure I keep playing with the intensity that allows me to get those opportunities to get points on the board. It's a long season, but I want to keep that going."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie a feared giant