Archives for March 2014

'Neuvirth became the first Sabres goaltender to stop 50 shots since Czech Republic countryman Dominik Hasek turned aside 55 on March 1, 1996, at the New York Rangers.' … [Read more...] about Neuvirth’s 51 saves not enough for Sabres

'Opposing teams, especially those in the Western Conference or without the Sabres’ funds, felt this gave Buffalo an unfair advantage. The practice was discussed at the general managers’ meetings this week, and the NHL plans to strengthen the penalties against teams that conduct their own workouts.' … [Read more...] about NHL combine could come to Buffalo

'“I wanted to give some money back to not only where I play hockey, but where I kind of grew up,” said Konopka, whose mother is from Buffalo. “Instead of doing a buck or two like we’ve done in the past, we’re going to do 10 bucks and really try to make a difference.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Zenon Konopka donating money from wine sales to Buffalo-area charities

Carolina Hurricanes rally for 4-2 win over Buffalo Sabres (Raleigh News and Observer) Injured Pitkanen says he's making progress (Raleigh News and Observer) Canes Fire 55 Shots on Net in 4-2 Win (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Carolina Coverage

'Tyler Ennis scored on a penalty shot and Drew Stafford added a goal for Buffalo. Michal Neuvirth made a season-high 51 saves in his second start for the Sabres since being acquired in a trade with Washington on March 5.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes rally to beat Sabres 4-2

'Drew Stafford and Tyler Ennis scored for the Sabres, who have lost their past four games. Michal Neuvirth was peppered with 54 shots and stopped 51.' … [Read more...] about Carolina 4, Buffalo 2

'Buffalo (19-39-8) dropped its fourth consecutive game, its fifth losing streak of four or more games this season.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes rally to defeat Sabres

'Buffalo has now dropped four straight games and stay on the road to face the New York Islanders on Saturday at 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Outlast Neuvirth, Sabres 4-2

'The Sabres gave up over 50 shots playing some of the worst hockey they've played all year in the final 40 minutes. Thanks to stellar goaltending, they were still in position to win.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres look for a better effort in Carolina

'“It’s not fun, but you’ve got to try to focus on what you can do and leave all that stuff. I don’t read too many papers or articles of whatever so you just try to work on what you can have an effect on, so it’s not the most fun situation, but I’ve had it before, I had it in Detroit, I wasn’t playing too well there and just had to work my way through it.” Leino added, “When … [Read more...] about Sabres Leino knows how the fans feel

'After Sabres forward Drew Stafford broke a 1-1 tie at 8:43 of the third period, Semin tied the game 2-2 on the power play at 11:48 with a shot off the skate of Buffalo defenseman Mike Weber. It was the Hurricanes' second power-play goal in the past 10 games. Tlusty followed with his 12th of the season to put Carolina on top with a shot from the slot at 13:43.' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes overcome 51 saves by Neuvirth

'In those two starts, Neuvirth has faced a total of 98 shots.' … [Read more...] about Neuvirth stops career-high 51 shots in loss

Luke Adam evolves into complete player (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'“I feel pretty good about it, and I thank a lot of the guys I’ve played with, the training staff here, different coaches. I’m a glass half-full type of guy. I feel like I have a lot to go and I’m still ascending.”' … [Read more...] about Stafford taking on leadership role

'Scorching winger Drew Stafford, who scored the Sabres’ lone goal on the power play, skated a season-high 23 minutes. Slick center Tyler Ennis played a team-high 24:17. Winger Cory Conacher skated a season-high 19:47.' … [Read more...] about Top line earning big minutes, providing Sabres’ only offense