Archives for April 9, 2011

'Friday, dozens of people, adrift in nostalgia, packed Chef's new bar to mark its $2 million renovation and expansion and to dedicate a room to the Sabres' fabled French Connection, the trio of dynamic players whose public identities have become one over time.' … [Read more...] about Chef’s renews connection with legends

Game day scorecard (Columbus Dispatch) Buffalo (42-29-10) at Columbus (34-34-13) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (42-29-10) at Columbus Blue Jackets (34-34-13) (The Sports Network) Blue Jackets finish against playoff-bound Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Columbus Coverage

'"This atmosphere was tremendous," said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "I told the players it's going to be like a playoff game, you're going to feel the intensity and you felt it, you knew that you were in a game that meant a lot to both teams. I got to the rink at 4:15 and there was already 500, 1,000 people out there. You don't usually see that."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres secure spot in playoffs

'"I want to be a guy who scores goals and scores big goals, and for me to do that is pretty special," said Gerbe, who has 15 of his 16 goals since New Year's. "I thought it was going to hit the bar and go out, so I was kind of just praying that it would hit and go in. That's a great feeling. To come out this way and get the win is special for the fans and special for us."' … [Read more...] about Sabres cap big night by clinching

'"We're so excited to be back here because we're wanted," defenseman Jason Woolley said. "He wants us engaged with the team and the community. You love that. You pour your heart and soul into these guys, and we love being around here. To meet Mr. Pegula and his running mates, they're just great people. They're just one of us. They get it. They get IT. And that's the biggest … [Read more...] about Alums board magic ride with Pegula

'"I knew if I could chip it by them, I'd have enough speed to split those two and it worked out pretty good," Vanek said. "... Anytime you have a breakaway you want to bury it. It doesn't matter if it's in overtime or 7-0. As a goal scorer, you want to put that away."' … [Read more...] about Vanek capitalizes on his opportunity

'The dream of new owner Terry Pegula -- even before he bought his favorite team this winter -- was to bring "the Buffalo Sabres family "back together. Has he ever.' … [Read more...] about Magic at the arena

'Tickets will be sold at the HSBC Arena box office, sabres.com, tickets.com and by phone at (888) 223-6000.' … [Read more...] about Playoff tickets go on sale Monday

'“This atmosphere was tremendous,” Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said after the game. “We got to the rink about 4:15 p.m. today and there was already 500-1,000 people there.”' … [Read more...] about Locals savor fan appreciation night

'“It’s like a dream come true,” said René Robert, who played on the famed French Connection line in the 1970s and lives in nearby Niagara Falls, N.Y. “I think it’s the dream of every player in every city in the National Hockey League to have an owner like Terry.”' … [Read more...] about New owner starts to restore Sabres shine

Flyers lose, but pick up a point (Philadelphia Inquirer) Laviolette is praising Zherdev's play and dedication (Philadelphia Inquirer) Photo gallery (Philadelphia Inquirer) Fading Flyers need win tonight to clinch division (Philadelphia Daily News) Sluggish play extends Flyers' late-season slump (Delaware County Daily Times) Briere has sharp return on familiar ground … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'“The guys wanted it bad tonight,” said Vanek, who added two assists. “It was loud and it’s exciting. We put a lot of work in and this one feels better than the other ones.”' … [Read more...] about Vanek scores in OT, Sabres clinch playoff berth

'It’s unclear if Enroth was hurt. He made 16 saves, but gave up two goals on consecutive shots in a 39-second span midway through the second period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 Miller replaces Enroth at start of 3rd

'"The way this team's played the last three months, it's pretty exciting here in the locker room," Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers said. "To finally clinch it in the 81st game right here at home, it definitely feels good."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, Philadelphia 3 (OT)

'I will say it again, what a gutsy move by Ruff to pull Enroth after 2 periods and put Miller in. It turns out to work in his favor, and now the #1 goaltender for the team has some extra game action coming back from his bruised shoulder and chest.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Beat Flyers 4-3 In OT; Clinch Playoff Spot