Archives for 2012

'The Sabres are now 11-2-4 since February 17, and their 27 points are second only to Pittsburgh’s 27 (13-1-1) during this stretch.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3, Canadiens 0

Rochester Americans can't hold off Syracuse Crunch (Rochester D&C) Tarkki's larceny helps Syracuse Crunch steal a 4-3 win in Rochester (Syracuse Post Standard) Amerks fall to Crunch in Shootout (Amerks.com) Crunch Power Past Amerks (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'In the five games since Foligno joined the club from Rochester, the trio has 11 goals, 14 assists and a plus-22 rating. Ennis has four goals, five assists and is plus-9 while Stafford is 2-7-9/+7.' … [Read more...] about Foligno having big impact

'"Tyler gives us that guy who can get up ice and make a difference on the offensive side of it," said coach Lindy Ruff. "He has the ability off the right-hand side to shoot pucks without picking it off the wall and moving it to your forehand."' … [Read more...] about Relieved Myers rejoins push for playoffs

'Only Phil Housley (nine points, 1982-83) and Ray Sheppard (seven, 1987-88) have tallied seven or more points in their first six contests, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.' … [Read more...] about Fast start has Sabres rookie Foligno in rare company

'“It’s a great situation for us to be in,” Ruff said. “We would’ve begged to be in this situation a few months ago. For me, it’s tough, but the way the seven guys have played we’re going to need them all.”' … [Read more...] about Ruff plans to utilize seven Sabres defensemen with Myers back from suspension

'"What happened, happened. It's in the past. I must prepare for this match as if it were any match. I have to focus on two points and the victory, "said the young age of 22.' … [Read more...] about Myers in the crosshairs

'"I like the challenge I get from the Sabres, ensures Hodgson, acquired in return for the services of Zack Kassian, the Journal de Montreal. Each meeting has a meaning because every night we fight for a playoff spot."' … [Read more...] about Much farther from the Stanley Cup

'The giant defender of 6 feet 8 inches was suspended for three parties as a result of his actions on Gomez. It will also, against the Habs on Wednesday in his first game since those events.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres and nothing else

'"On the video, it looks worse, he added. I did this ever at the arena with the intention to hurt a guy. It was not my intention to hurt this way."' … [Read more...] about Myers does not want to hurt Gomez

'Coach Randy Cunneyworth mentioned that his troopers will rather try to retaliate by hitting where it would hurt the most, either by signing a victory that would deal a blow to hopes of the Sabres to the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about The Canadiens will find Myers to Buffalo

'Sabres defenseman Tyler Myers is ready to make his return to action on Wednesday after serving a three-game suspension for a hit from behind on Scott Gomez last Monday. Still sidelined with an upper-body injury stemming from the incident, Gomez won’t be in the lineup in Buffalo, although his teammates will be ready to get a little retribution on his behalf – they’re just … [Read more...] about Settling the score

The Sabres and nothing else (Le Journal de Montreal) Much farther from the Stanley Cup (Le Journal de Montreal) Myers in the crosshairs (Le Journal de Montreal) Myers does not want to hurt Gomez (La Presse) The Canadiens will find Myers to Buffalo (CP) Montreal (28-32-13) at Buffalo (34-29-10) (AP) Montreal Canadiens (28-32-13) at Buffalo Sabres (34-29-10) (The Sports … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage

'Foligno has registered at least point in all 5 games since the recall on March 9th, scoring 5 goals and adding 2 assists. It sounds pretty simple, but the recipe for the line’s success has been the different traits each has brought to the rink, according to the rookie.' … [Read more...] about There’s No Mistaking The Chemistry In Tyler Ennis’ Line Combo

'Turnbull has 27 points (12+15) and 94 penalty minutes in 53 games for the Americans this season. In four AHL seasons, Turnbull has totaled 54 points (26+28) and 225 penalty minutes in 133 games with the Americans and the Portland Pirates.' … [Read more...] about Turnbull recalled from Amerks