Archives for April 2015

'Buffalo completed the comeback with two goals in the first 3:14 of the third. Matt Moulson tied it on the power play, taking a Johan Larsson feed from behind the net and one-timing it past Bernier, and Ellis notched the go-ahead goal 1:41 later. Ellis cut in and snuck a backhand past Bernier's glove for his first goal of the year, and first since April 13, 2014.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Rally for 4-3 Win Over Leafs

'"Each and every day, no matter what the circumstances, guys are laying it out there," said Ellis. "That's a great sign of character in this locker room. When the puck drops, it's game on. That's the bottom line. We're professional athletes and [we play] for the love of the game, and you're trained to do one thing. When that puck hits the ice, you go and play and give her what … [Read more...] about Sabres tried to use early momentum

'"It feels great. Everyone wants to contribute, everyone wants to get on the score sheet and help the team win," Ellis said. "For me, I understand what my job is and night in and night out I try to bring that. For a fourth liner to be able to contribute, I think that’s great for the team."' … [Read more...] about Sabres edge Maple Leafs on Ellis’ goal

'“It’s nice to be part of a victory. A guy like me, goals come far and few between,” he said. “I’m known for different things – work ethic and dependability, playing the D-zone. To be able to contribute on the score sheet, it’s definitely a nice feeling – a feeling I’m going to enjoy.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally back to beat Maple Leafs

Amerks lose in Matt Garbowsky's AHL debut (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Comets beat Amerks for 8th straight (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks begin road trip with loss in Utica (Amerks.com) Amerks sign Sam Marotta to PTO (Amerks.com) Final: Comets 5 vs Amerks 1 (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'Plenty of folks are worried the jolt of pride could cost Buffalo a guaranteed shot at McDavid or Eichel. The Sabres climbed to within four points of 29th-place Arizona, with one fewer game played. They’ll make it up Wednesday night when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit First Niagara Center.' … [Read more...] about Win over Coyotes has Sabres gunning for more

'Weber earned the nomination in part by being a veteran leader on a young team in need of them. The longest-tenured player in the organization mentors teammates such as Ramsus Ristolainen and Nikita Zadorov. He also shows how to be a spokesman during tough times, like when he eloquently represented the Sabres in speaking about the death of former teammate Steve Montador.' … [Read more...] about Weber nominated for Masterton Trophy

'The Sabres are 4-7-1 this season against their remaining opponents.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could still finish 29th, lose guarantee of elite prospect

Game Day: Maple Leafs at Sabres (Toronto Sun) Leafs at Sabres: Wednesday game preview (Toronto Star) Maple Leafs-Sabres Preview (AP) Toronto Maple Leafs (29-42-6) at Buffalo Sabres (21-47-8) (The Sports Network) Sabres return home to host Maple Leafs (NHL.com) Match Preview: Maple Leafs vs. Sabres (MapleLeafs.com) Keys to the Game: Maple Leafs vs. Sabres (MapleLeafs.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Toronto Coverage

'Buffalo hosts the Maple Leafs on Wednesday — a dangerous potential for two points, especially since Toronto will be playing the second half of a back-to-back — and also has games left against Carolina and Columbus. The Sabres will also face Chicago, Pittsburgh and the New York Islanders in games that would seem unlikely to generate points for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres, Arizona Coyotes make things interesting in the McEichel Derby

'Tomorrow it's Toronto, a team thousands of ticket-holders commonly show up to root for. That Arizona game made easy sense: Buffalo fans, comprising the vast majority of the crowd and seeing the benefits of losing, preferred the Coyotes. But Toronto's different. Leafs fans are fed up with their team and while not much can be gained in the standings, they may heckle the Leafs … [Read more...] about Last-place buzz about to get louder

Amerks' McCabe returns on weekend, Pysyk done for year (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) RIT's Matt Garbowsky staying in Rochester (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks agree to terms with Matt Garbowsky (Amerks.com) Peters impresses; Catenaacci steps up (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage