Archives for April 2011

'"We were running in here [when the taxi dropped us off]. We were like 'Where is [section] 103?'" Lindner said. "We only came for the hockey game and we missed the game."' … [Read more...] about 30 seconds of playoff joy

'"He's a really strong guy, obviously very big, and he can be pretty scary when he gets mean," Sabres forward Tyler Ennis said. "He can be a tough defender in that situation. You saw [Wednesday] night, I mean he was throwing guys around pretty good."' … [Read more...] about Both Tylers need to stand tall for Sabres

'"We know what Ryan does for us," Ruff said. "It speaks for itself. At this time of year, sometimes your goalie wins you games, and sometimes your team wins you games. Ryan gives us a chance every night. Some nights, when some tough ones go in, we'd like to reciprocate."' … [Read more...] about Miller earns the affection of his fans

'"If special teams don't do the job for you, you can afford to do whatever you want is the way I look at it," Ruff said. "... We had some tough passes. We had some tough decisions. We looked pretty bad on that five-minute major. ... The way you negate any of that stuff is to make your power play dangerous. And then you can't afford to take [penalties]."' … [Read more...] about War of words becomes a whine tasting

'Tim Connolly: It's now 27 games without a playoff goal. That sounds like a top-20 center, doesn't it Darcy?' … [Read more...] about Sabres-Flyers Scouting Report: Game Five

'Flyers center Danny Briere told the Courier-Post in his daily diary Thursday that the team was "furious" at the referees for giving Richards a major penalty minutes after sending Dan Carcillo to the box for roughing Sabres goaltender Ryan Miller. Briere alleges Carcillo was "mugged" by Sabres defenseman Mike Weber.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have lots to say to Flyers

Flyers vow to come out hitting (Philadelphia Inquirer) Flyers quiet on Carter's injury (Philadelphia Inquirer) Game 5: Sabres at Flyers (Philadelphia Inquirer) Signs Pronger might be in Flyers lineup tonight (Philadelphia Daily News) Comparing roughness of NHL playoff series (Philadelphia Daily News) Parent saving souls now with self-help book (Philadelphia Daily … [Read more...] about Friday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'"(Ruff) seems to have a way with the media. He does this, I think, every time they're in the playoffs. We're just focused on (tonight), getting a good start and getting our licks in on some of their good players and not worry about the other stuff."' … [Read more...] about Richards not rising to Ruff’s bait

'"Let's just play. We're just playing. There has not been one word about the officiating out of us. But if they want to cry about the officiating, or whine about different calls, go ahead."' … [Read more...] about Ruff responds to ‘whining’ Flyers

'"I think I can get mean when I want to," the 6-foot-8, 227-pound Myers said. "It takes quite a bit to get me going. If the opportunity comes up, I will try to be physical without taking penalties."' … [Read more...] about Weak chin stubble but Myers means well

'"Obviously it can be better [in terms of discipline]. It can always be better, but at the same time, we've done a lot of good things from walking away from the scrums and not kind of feeding into their B.S.," he added.' … [Read more...] about Flyers irked by Sabres’ play after whistle

'“We did seem to handle ourselves pretty well. It was a good battle,” Miller said. “I think we were desperate, and that’s what you want to come out during playoff time is that desperation. It’s a good answer because I thought we did look a little bit nervous on that five-minute power play, I think we were just trying to get through it, but … [Read more...] about Miller time

'"We're just working on the power, just trying to get power back in the leg, and trying to get my first quick steps in," Roy told reporters. "I think that's the hardest part, coming out of turns and fighting off opponents and whatnot, so I'm going to have to work on that."' … [Read more...] about Roy skating, could be nearing return for Sabres

'As a matter of course, most of the Sabres collegiate prospects were drafted in the fourth round or later. The Sabres seem to find good value with these picks and while they draft heavily from the three major junior leagues, they also tend to select at least one college player a year.' … [Read more...] about Goaltenders highlight small NCAA pool for Buffalo Sabres

Pirates moving to the brink (Portland press Herald) Pirates move the Whale to the brink of extinction (Maine Hockey Journal) Whale Lose To Portland, Saturday A Must-Win Game (Hartford Courant) ates Knock Off Whale (PortlandPirates.com) Whale Falls to Portland, 5-4, Trails Pirates Three Games to Two (CTWhale.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Portland Coverage