Archives for February 2015

'“We definitely had our chances,” Stewart said. “We could’ve tied it up or taken the lead there in the second. But that’s how it goes. Good goaltenders steal games for teams. You definitely don’t want to make that a habit. At the end of the day, it wasn’t good enough.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to keep up with the Blues

Amerks road trip includes playoff-bound teams (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'“To be truthful the last 3-4 games we’ve been slowly starting to get better,” coach Ted Nolan said afterward. “These guys for the vast majority of the time, they’ve been giving us what they have to give. Sometimes we’re getting outskilled on certain nights, and getting ‘out-experienced’ on certain nights. But the effort the vast majority of the time has been there. To see them … [Read more...] about For Sabres, fresh start or return to losing ways?

'This is not a malicious cry, but a merciful one. I like Nolan. I know what he can do with a team that’s genuinely motivated. It was on display for the world a year ago in Sochi, where Nolan led Latvia to its first-ever Olympic quarterfinal berth and came within five minutes of a stunning upset of Canada in the quarters.' … [Read more...] about Do right by Ted Nolan – fire him

'If the hockey gods wanted Buffalo's losing streak to hit 15 games, that puck would've landed inside the net. But not on this night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres find light at end of long, dark tunnel

'While players won’t say it, some clearly have one foot out the door. Here are some upcoming unrestricted free agents who could be skating somewhere else soon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres know trades will be coming soon

Preview: Blues at Buffalo (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues-Sabres Preview (AP) St. Louis Blues (33-13-4) at Buffalo Sabres (15-33-3) (The Sports Network) Blues look to set franchise mark, face Sabres (NHL.com) Blues Could Set New Record Tonight in Buffalo (StLouisBlues.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Saint Louis Coverage

'Anyway, in the spirit of reassurance, we present the following five numbers to help explain just how much the Sabres stink.' … [Read more...] about Dreadful Sabres season summed up in 5 stats

'It can be addictive. And based on how some teams are playing these days, more enjoyable than watching an actual game.' … [Read more...] about Will Toronto Maple Leafs or Buffalo Sabres get the No. 1 pick? Mock NHL draft lottery website gives hope to suffering fans

'“We get that mental hang-up of not winning a game behind us,” captain Brian Gionta said. “It’s one of those things that no one wants to be a part of. It’s nice that we were able to get that one behind us.”' … [Read more...] about Enroth, Sabres edge Habs to end losing streak at 14

'“He’s one of the bright spots on this team,” Nolan said in Bell Centre. “When you go through a rebuilding and restocking of the organization, some of the pieces you keep and you surround them. Tyler Myers is one of those guys you build your team around."' … [Read more...] about Nolan wants Myers to be a building block

'Years from now, it would be nice if we talked about the Bills and Sabres the way Boston celebrates its teams. It will depend on the effectiveness and efficiency of their top executives, Terry and Kim Pegula, who connected the Bills and Sabres with money and could bridge a generational gap with sports.' … [Read more...] about Playoffs? Those were the days

Game Report: Sabres have Habs number (Montreal Gazette) Sabres' Gionta, Gorges weary, but happy to end 14-game losing streak (Montreal Gazette) In the Habs Room: 'We stepped on the gas a little too late,' Pacioretty says (Montreal Gazette) Game Within the Game: Tough debut for young Jacob de la Rose (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) Humiliating defeat (Le … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Montreal Coverage

'In pursuit of them, Murray is conducting a master class in tanking. The roster is loaded with youngsters like 21-year-old centre Zemgus Girgensons and 20-year-old defenceman Rasmus Ristolainen, with just enough high-dollar veterans to keep the team above the league’s salary floor. Brian Gionta signed a three-year deal worth almost $13-million in the off-season and was given … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres are in the business of being bad — but will it be worth it?

'"I hope it allows us to relax a bit," said Buffalo defenceman Josh Gorges. "Just go out and play. Not think about all the bad things that could happen. Just go out there and play the game, have some fun doing it and, hopefully, get some confidence back."' … [Read more...] about Sabres end record 14-game losing streak with 3-2 win over Canadiens