Archives for February 18, 2012

'"We probably outplayed them five-on-five, but our special teams weren't good enough," Buffalo captain Jason Pominville said. "We took a couple penalties that we probably shouldn't have taken. They moved it around our zone pretty good and were able to score. That falls on us to be more disciplined."' … [Read more...] about Sabres are now cellar dwellers

'"It's been a real tough year on a bunch of fronts," Regehr said. "We got off to a really good start, the way we wanted to, and then we've dealt with all kinds of issues. We've had injuries, having 8-9 guys out at one point, losing, a streak where we weren't able to score, to not playing good defensively, to now where our special teams are struggling."' … [Read more...] about Better late than never, Regehr scores

'MSG and Time Warner Network have reached an agreement that should restore Buffalo Sabres hockey games to local viewers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres back on the air as cable dispute is resolved

'Yikes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose to Habs in shootout, fall into 15th place

'“All that doesn’t even matter,” said Cunneyworth, who’s promised to learn French, about the commotion his hiring caused. “It’s really all about the team. That was my focus at the time. That’s my focus at this time as well.”' … [Read more...] about Cunneyworth adjusting in Montreal

'While some are happy the Sabres are back, others are disappointed with the way the team is playing. One man who had been setting up an internet feed for his mother-in-law observed, "It's possible to watch; the question is whether they are worth watching."' … [Read more...] about Back on the air

'Something needs to change quickly, but it more than likely will go on business as usual. The front offices of both teams will continue to talk about progress and being patient.' … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres stuck in mud

Click here for article '"We are all aware of the trade deadline. You never know what could happen. Many players are worried and think about it, for sure. On the other hand, it is not our job to watch that. We must play hockey and win games. This will happen will happen."' … [Read more...] about ”There are a lot of frustration”

Click here for article 'Montreal's 24-year was again ignored by the head coach Lindy Ruff, last night. Gragnani played a single game (5m 12s play time) during the last nine of his team. This is the 14th time this season that he was scratched from the lineup.' … [Read more...] about Gragnani chomping at the bit

Click here for article '"We are aware that it's coming and several players are probably worried," admits Pominville.' … [Read more...] about The trade deadline makes the Sabres nervous

Pacioretty leaves nerves behind to score winner (Montreal Gazette) Price shuts door on Sabres in shootout (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) The CH prevails in shootout (Le Journal de Montreal) April to March victory in shootout (Le Journal de Montreal) Strange Evening (Le Journal de Montreal) Gragnani chomping at the bit (Le Journal de Montreal) "There … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Montreal Coverage

'“Obviously, I’m very disappointed, embarrassed,” Ruff said. “We’ve dealt with a lot, but to be where we’re at is a big disappointment.”' … [Read more...] about Habs score twice in shootout to beat Sabres 4-3

'Carey Price stopped Buffalo's first two attempts in the shootout while Pacioretty and David Desharnais beat Ryan Miller as the Habs halted a two-game slide.' … [Read more...] about Montreal 4, Buffalo 3 (SO)

'Their solid playoff chances, however, are only one reason the last-place Sabres should leave top prospects Luke Adam, Brayden McNabb and Marcus Foligno in Rochester. The other veteran Amerks players are a better example to learn from than the last-place Sabres players.' … [Read more...] about Dear Darcy: Do not call up these players

'The Sabres are now tied with the Carolina Hurricanes in the basement of the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens Edge Sabres 4-3 after Shootout