Archives for November 2011

'Who’s really the Sabres’ No. 1 goalie?' … [Read more...] about Enroth impresses again in Sabres’ fourth straight win

All five of Buffalo's goals came from players burying close-range rebounds or skating hard through the slot. The Senators simply couldn't contend with the Sabres' determination to find the net in front of a sellout crowd of 18,690.' … [Read more...] about Sabres down Senators for fourth straight win

'"I was pretty excited about it," said Ellis. "Every time you get a chance to contribute from an offensive standpoint, it's a nice little bonus. Our line prides itself on simple hockey. Straight lines. Getting the puck to hard areas of the ice. And we got rewarded."' … [Read more...] about Ellis gets bonus — first goal since March 2011

'“He’s really establishing himself as an NHL player right now,” winger Cody McCormick, Tropp’s linemate, said Friday prior to the Sabres’ 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators inside the First Niagara Center. “I know they’re probably going to have to make decisions and that. I think he’s really given them something to think about the way he plays.”' … [Read more...] about Tropp impresses in Sabres stint

'The young Swedish puckstopper has been a revelation in Western New York this season, posting a 4-0-0 record (including last week's 3-2 victory over the Senators) and a .952 save percentage heading into Friday's game.' … [Read more...] about Enroth’s progress puts pressure on Sabres’ Miller to recover form in goal

Sabres too sharp for Senators (Ottawa Citizen) Enroth's progress puts pressure on Sabres' Miller to recover form in goal (Ottawa Citizen) Game file (Ottawa Citizen) Stinky effort by Sens in 5-1 loss (Ottawa Sun) Sens Anderson needs to save his job (Ottawa Sun) Miserable start to the game (Le Droit) Photo gallery (OttawaSenators.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Ottawa Coverage

'Enroth, still considered a rookie despite playing in 14 games last season, improved to 5-0 this season and 14-3-2 in his career. After taking over for ineffective starter Ryan Miller in the first period of a loss to Philadelphia earlier this month, Enroth has helped the Sabres get back on track.' … [Read more...] about Enroth, Roy lead Buffalo to 5-1 win over Ottawa

'"There was a lot better job with the puck, we supported it well, we played a smart efficient game," Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Ottawa 1

'The Sabres roared out of the gates, taking a quick 2-0 lead and sending Craig Anderson to the bench only about 2:30 into the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Take Down Sens 5-1

Rochester Amerks defeat Binghamton Senators (Rochester D&C) Binghamton Senators show spunk but can't halt slide (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Kassian Learning Fast (WGR-AM) Amerks move into first place with 3-1 win over Binghamton (Amerks.com) B-Sens fall to Amerks 3-1 (BinghamtonSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'"It's more pronounced than other teams, but there's probably 15 teams that play 1-3-1," Ruff said. "We play it on occasion. We like a couple different looks, though. That's his right to play whatever system he wants."' … [Read more...] about Hockey game or chess match?

'Was he shocked, like most people, when the story broke? Was he saddened, angry, worried, embarrassed or all of the above? Did he regret, knowing what he knows now, giving Penn State the money? Did he have different views as an alumnus, as a philanthropist, as a father?' … [Read more...] about Pegula misses leadership opportunity

'"He's been a real pain to us over the years," Ruff said in First Niagara Center. "He's a good player, and I still think he's a good player. If they get him back, they're getting a good piece back."' … [Read more...] about Alfredsson set to return for Ottawa

'“Every day’s getting better and better,” Roy said. “I feel like I’m getting the timing back and movement. It’s fun to be out contributing and being able to skate out there and battling with the guys.”' … [Read more...] about Roy shakes off slow start

Ottawa (7-8-1) at Buffalo (9-5-0) (AP) Ottawa Senators (7-8-1) at Buffalo Sabres (9-5-0) (The Sports Network) Senators seek to end four-game skid against Sabres (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Ottawa Coverage