Archives for April 2013

'“He’s actually lately been doing some real good things, attacking the net and using his speed the last couple games,” said Rolston. “It’s just mostly for him getting his feet moving because when he’s skating he’s one of the toughest guys in the league to handle. He uses his edges, darts in and out. He’s just got to every night concentate on making things happen out there.”' … [Read more...] about Move to wing gives Ennis a needed lift

'“I think the only thing disappointing about it, obviously we haven’t been successful enough in order for a change like that to be made,” Ennis said Sunday after scoring his first goal in 12 games in the Sabres’ 3-1 win over Tampa Bay. “I’m comfortable in both positions. I like the wing. I like center. I like both."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ennis fine with move from center back to wing

'Center is not a foreign position to Foligno, “Yes, I played two years at center in junior, my first two years and a little bit my fourth, but not too much, but you’re there, you’re taking draws, you know how to take draws. It’s somewhat hard, but I think for myself it was just overpower some guys and it worked. I was laughing a little bit, I got lucky on a couple, but I’ll … [Read more...] about Sabres Foligno adjusting to center

'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