Archives for September 2010

Buffalo, NY (WGR 550) -- Veteran Mark Parrish in Buffalo trying to revive his career. The 33-year old is on a tryout with Buffalo and participated in Saturday's scrimmage. The winger said, "All I can do is go out there and play my game and do things to the best of my ability and work hard and show what I can possibly bring to the table and hope it's enough to help this team … [Read more...] about Sabres Parrish trying to revive his career

“Retro is certainly in across all major sports,” he said. “It’s not even a trend, because it’s almost a strategy at this point. You can almost count on most teams, at some point in time, looking backward as they’re moving forward from a design standpoint. Fans certainly respond to that. … [Read more...] about New Sabres Jerseys: Fan Reactions

“We really have what we feel is Tallinder, but maybe a little bit more on the physical side,” Ruff said. “He’s a good skater, a good defender. He plays a real solid game in his own end. What we feel we’re getting is similar to what we had.” … [Read more...] about Could Morrisonn become Myers’ new defense partner?

'Tallinder signed a four-year, $13.5 million deal. He considered staying with the Buffalo Sabres, but they only offered two years.' … [Read more...] about Newcomer Henrik Tallinder more than just a capable defenseman

The Sabres jump-started their 40th season with a day full of fun for fans....who are hoping the team's new look leads to new success on the ice. … [Read more...] about Puck Drop 2010

'"The white ones are pretty cool just growing up watching the guys wearing those jerseys," Sabres forward Patrick Kaleta said. "The third ones, they're a bit different, but I think they're pretty cool. They're definitely retro style, and I think fans will like them."' … [Read more...] about Sabres gear up for season

'"I've been on a lot of different teams the past few years," said Leopold, who played for Florida and Pittsburgh last season and is now entrenched with a three-year, $9-million deal. "To be grounded somewhere is important and it feels good."' … [Read more...] about New faces think they can help Sabres

'That leaves Mike Weber to battle fellow holdovers Chris Butler and Andrej Sekera for the final two spots -- and none of the three can be sent to Portland without clearing waivers. Though Butler is on his entry-level contract, he has played more than 60 NHL games and can't freely be demoted.' … [Read more...] about Camp will determine the odd man out on defense

'Stanley Cup contending teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals bring in these types of veterans to solidify the core already in place. In Pittsburgh’s case it was Bill Guerin tutoring Sidney Crosby for 1 ½ seasons, which included a Cup victory. But in Buffalo, Niedermayer has the task of getting through to forwards like Roy and Jason … [Read more...] about New Unis, Same Sabres

'“I look forward to watching the players perform in the scrimmage situations and getting them in practice,” Ruff said. “You put some lines together; some individuals together that you think will work. Training camp and preseason games are a great time for that.”' … [Read more...] about Ruff looking for good combinations

'“We’re just going to start with tomorrow and the first week, trying to slowly get into a bit of contact - maybe not hitting and stuff but pushing and lifting guys’ sticks,” he said. “We’re just going to watch it closely. I’m going to have close contact with Dr. Bisson and we’ll go from there.”' … [Read more...] about Rivet healing, thinking about the future

'When asked if his life had changed since being a first-round draft pick in the NHL, Pysyk simply shrugged and said, no. And when discussing the honor of having his own bobble head night at a minor league Edmonton Capitals game, his response was a smile and admission that ‘it was pretty cool.’' … [Read more...] about Pysyk rolling with the punches

'Coach Lindy Ruff provided the update Saturday a day after Gragnani was hurt in rookie scrimmage. Ruff didn’t say which knee was injured, but noted it won’t require surgery.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Gragnani out 4-6 weeks with knee injury

'Beginning this season, Buffalo’s previous third jersey will become the team’s new home uniform. New this season is a white, vintage road jersey that incorporates the accent elements of the updated home jersey to celebrate the organization’s 40th anniversary. The team also debuted a new 40th anniversary uniform. This will now serve as the team’s … [Read more...] about Sabres introduce new 40th anniversary and road jerseys

“He seems to be the same guy, which is a lot of recognition,” Ruff said. “He was a pretty busy guy, even during the post-Olympic time. But he’s a very focused individual at the same time.” … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Miller Stays Grounded