Archives for January 2013

'"This is my hangout during the hockey season," he said. "I haven't been here in a few months, but now I'm going to be here four times a week."' … [Read more...] about Fans, businesses happy to say ‘Game on!’

'Instead, find one of the independent beer vendors — they’re the guys (and girls) generally standing by themselves in the black and white striped shirts. These guys work on contract and only make money based on sales. For most it isn’t a full-time job, but I’m certain all the home games they missed have hurt the pocketbook.' … [Read more...] about Beware where you buy your beer at arena

Flyers-Sabres Game Day (Cherry Hill Courier Post) Flyers-Sabres: What you need to know (CSN Philadelphia) Flyers-Sabres Preview (AP) Philadelphia Flyers (0-1-0) at Buffalo Sabres (0-0-0) (The Sports Network) Sabres open their season by hosting Flyers (NHL.com) Flyers look to bounce back in quick turnaround (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Philadelphia Coverage

'''He's a talented guy,'' Pegula said. ''From what I read, maybe not everyone agrees with that, but he has all the resources now. We work very well together and we're looking forward to the future.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Darcy Regier receives contract extension

'''We apologize to the whole hockey fan base, the media, our sponsors, and our supporters for the hardship we may have put people through,'' said Pegula, whose team will open the season Sunday at home against Philadelphia. ''Sometimes things happen that you don't plan for. I can tell you this, we truly are excited about being back.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres owner Pegula apologizes for lockout

'"Both sides are happy with the arrangement," Buffalo owner Terry Pegula said. "And we look forward to continuing to work with Darcy into the future."' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend GM Regier

'Regier thanked Pegula for the extension, and quickly pointed out that, "I think the beautiful thing about this organization is we continue to grow, contiune to improve...The focus today is on the hockey department, but, you know, I've worked with a couple of the people here from the time I got here and its an honor to continue that relationship." Regier is in his 13th year as … [Read more...] about Sabres Give GM Regier Contract Extension

'Many fans felt Pegula would be against the lockout and all he wanted to do was play hockey. That actually isn’t right. The Sabres owner said, “I think it was worth it for the health of keeping a 30 team league so my quick answer is yes.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Pegula knew what had to be done

'For me there are two players that I think can be the key to whether the Sabres are a better team of not. Ryan Miller and Tyler Myers must be on top of their games. Stealing a line from Niagara’s coach Dave Burkholder, your best players must be your best players.' … [Read more...] about Let the fun begin

'Asked for an analysis of what he’s seen, Ruff said, “Good playmaker. He defends well for a young player. He’s defending against his teammates. You’d love the opportunity to see him in an NHL game against other players but he does have awareness. He understands the game. His strength is his playmaking. He’s shown that. You wish you had time to see him in games but you don’t.”' … [Read more...] about Top pick Grigorenko on board

'“There are a lot of things we’ll look at,” Ruff said. “How the games are being called, what’s being called. At least we get a one-game look to try to prepare our team for some calls.”' … [Read more...] about With extra day, Ruff to watch referees closely

'“He defends well for a young player,” Ruff said. “He’s defending against his teammates. You’d love an opportunity to see him in preseason games against other NHL players. But still, he does have real good awareness. He understands the game. His strength really is his playmaking, quick hands.”' … [Read more...] about Top prospect Grigorenko makes 23-man roster; Sabres mum on status for opener

'Grigorenko, 18, has been skating on a line with veterans Steve Ott and Ville Leino all week after posting 29 goals in 33 games in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League during the NHL Lockout. With Buffalo forwards Nathan Gerbe and Cody McCormick headed to injured reserve, a spot was open on the 23-man roster for the youngster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ top draft pick, 18, makes Buffalo’s cut

'Chemistry is a hard thing to explain, but Stafford says with Ennis, it exists off the ice too, “It helps, we’re great friends off the ice. We have the ability to communicate with each other very easily. At the same time, I can get on him, I can constructively criticize him, he can on me as well, it’s a two way street as well as with Marcus, there’s always that open door for … [Read more...] about Sabres Stafford glad his linemates are back

'Adam Pardy, Kevin Porter and Nick Tarnasky all cleared waivers and have been sent to Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Grigorenko makes the team. Pardy clears waivers