Archives for April 15, 2013

'Enroth is 4-0-1 in his last five starts with a 1.37 goals-against average and .958 save percentage. Add in a no-decision and a one-period relief appearance for Miller and Enroth’s numbers are 1.55 and .951 in his last seven outings.' … [Read more...] about Enroth does it again for Sabres

'“Look, I’m all for waterfront development and being an amateur hockey destination,” Rex said. “But does that mean the Sabres have to be amateur hour? How does a new building with good parking make them better? And who writes Pegula’s material for him? Ralph seems lucid by comparison.”' … [Read more...] about Rex hits a new low, bar none

'“He’s just competitive and he brings the same thing every night for us,” Rolston said. “He’s earned everything that he’s gotten so far. He’s been a big positive since I’ve been here with the consistency he’s played with and the compete every night.”' … [Read more...] about Porter keeps the good times rolling

'“He’s a solid goaltender,” Sabres defenseman Mike Weber said. “He’s been that way his years in the minors. Up here, he just had a little bit of a tough stretch toward the end of last year and beginning of this year. We all believe in him. He’s a great, athletic goaltender.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Enroth grounds Lightning in second consecutive start

'“He’s just competitive,” Rolston said about Porter, “and he brings the same thing every night for us. I think he’s earned everything that he’s gotten so far. He’s been a big positive … since I’ve been here and just the consistency that he’s played with and the compete every night.”' … [Read more...] about Porter establishing himself as one of Sabres’ top forwards

Lightning complete lost weekend with setback in Buffalo (Tampa Tribune) Visor saves Lightning’s Thompson from worse injury (Tampa Tribune) Stamkos struggles again in Lightning loss (Tampa Bay Times) Lightning's Thompson happy to heed Yzerman on visor (Tampa Bay Times) Sabres 3, Lightning 1 (TampaBayLightning.com) Photo gallery (TampaBayLightning.com) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Monday’s Tampa Bay Coverage

'Tyler Ennis got his first goal in 12 games, and Jochen Hecht and Kevin Porter also scored for Buffalo (18-19-6), which took over sole possession of 10th place in the Eastern Conference. With five games left, the Sabres moved four points behind the New York Rangers for the East's eighth and final playoff spot.' … [Read more...] about Enroth, Sabres stay hot in 3-1 win over Lightning

'Kevin Porter, Jochen Hecht and Tyler Ennis each scored once for the Sabres, who have won two straight to keep their postseason chances alive.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Tampa Bay 1

'"It feels good to get a couple of more games and be a bigger part of the team," Enroth said. "It was actually pretty similar games, I think. The first period was pretty easy. Second period was a little busy, and third was pretty much smooth sailing."' … [Read more...] about Sabres ride Enroth to 3-1 win over Lightning

'Enroth's streak ended at 96:11 without giving up a goal on a Tampa Bay tip in by Benoit Pouliot.' … [Read more...] about Enroth Shines Again As Sabres Hold Off Lightning

'"I think the guys in the room believe that they're a playoff team," Rolston said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Ennis finally adds to the offense

'Enroth has now appeared in three straight games since relieving Miller after two periods Thursday against the Montreal Canadiens. It’s the first time Enroth has appeared in three consecutive games since Jan. 14-18, 2012.' … [Read more...] about Enroth solid again as Sabres beat Lightning

'Eight different Sabres recorded a point and Jhonas Enroth, starting in back-to-back games after Saturday’s 29-save shutout performance, remained hot in net, turning away 32 of 33 Tampa Bay shots. Enroth’s pair of wins, his first in consecutive team games since 2011, have helped the Sabres climb back into the playoff picture with five games to go.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sweep weekend home games to stay in playoff hunt

Rochester Amerks rally to win, close in on playoff spot (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Devils fade at the end (Albany Times Union) A pair of third-period goals give Amerks 3-2 win at Albany (Amerks.com) Devils close weekend with loss vs. Amerks (TheAlbanyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage