'The Hawks hit two goal posts and a crossbar, and they had an apparent goal by Alex Zhamnov taken away when referee Paul Stewart ruled the net had come off its moorings. And moments before Satan scored, Theo Fleury had a shot at the empty Sabres net go wide.' … [Read more...] about After a costly mix-up late, Hawks must settle for tie
Arnason kept off ice late in tie vs. Sabres
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff thought the Hawks got somewhat conservative after taking a 1-0 lead on Alex Zhamnov's penalty-shot goal at 3:48 of the first period. "They got the early goal and seemed pretty satisfied with that," Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Arnason kept off ice late in tie vs. Sabres
Seeking bankruptcy protection may help Sabres dodge woes
'Pity the poor hockey fans of Buffalo. They are living that old story about the light at the end of the tunnel turning out to be a train.' … [Read more...] about Seeking bankruptcy protection may help Sabres dodge woes
Blackhawks 1, Sabres 1
'``It was Friday the 13th,'' Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. ``We scored with 13 seconds left. It's a good omen.''' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks 1, Sabres 1
Chicago 1, Buffalo 1 (ot)
'With Biron pulled, Stu Barnes passed through Chicago defenseman Lyle Odelein and Mike Eastwood from the right corner to Ales Kotalik. Kotalik deked defenseman Nathan Dempsey and goaltender Jocelyn Thibault before he fed Satan, who shot into the vacated net.' … [Read more...] about Chicago 1, Buffalo 1 (ot)
Buffalo 1, Chicago 1 (OT)
'Miroslav Satan scored the tying goal with 14 seconds remaining in regulation Friday night to rally the Buffalo Sabres to a 1-1 tie with the Chicago Blackhawks.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 1, Chicago 1 (OT)
What does possible bankruptcy mean for the Sabres?
'It could also open the door to other bidders. League sources say it's premature and speculative to really get into the bankruptcy. But keep in mind bankruptcy could free the team from the 30-year lease with the arena. The final say would come from a bankruptcy judge.' … [Read more...] about What does possible bankruptcy mean for the Sabres?
Report says Sabres may file for bankruptcy
'The Sabres' have a 30-year lease to play at HSBC Arena and it's uncertain how the agreement might be affected by a bankruptcy filing.' … [Read more...] about Report says Sabres may file for bankruptcy
Net gains not there for Sabres
'Each of the Sabres' previous five seasons rank among their seven all-time worst in goals scored.' … [Read more...] about Net gains not there for Sabres
Another concussion causing problems
'Hecht has been dizzy since Sabres defenseman Brian Campbell struck him with a shot in Saturday's victory over the Washington Capitals. Part of Hecht's ear was torn off on the play. "Jochen is not doing well at all," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Another concussion causing problems
Sabres vs. Blackhawks
'C Tim Connolly has one goal in his past 23 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Blackhawks
NHL might declare Sabres bankrupt
'The filing may be necessary to separate the Sabres' financial dealings from the larger Adelphia Communication Corp.'s bankruptcy mess. Another source familiar with the team's financial situation suggested upcoming debt payments and continuing cash flow concerns for the Sabres may be behind the potential bankruptcy.' … [Read more...] about NHL might declare Sabres bankrupt
Sabres ticket campaign to fall short
'Rudnick acknowledges selling 3,200 season tickets in two months for a team without an owner and with the league's second-worst point total was a stretch.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ticket campaign to fall short
Sabres losing ugly
'The phone lines are lighting up on local sports talk shows, with many fans wanting some kind of change. Some are asking for Sabres head coach, Lindy Ruff, to be fired. Some would like to see the same fate for GM Darcy Regier. But most seem to be asking why Regier hasn't pulled off some kind of trade to at least shake up the team. Even some of his own players have … [Read more...] about Sabres losing ugly
Nolan remains the NHL's forgotten head coach
'"Hopefully, they appreciate what I did as a coach. I take some pride in that fact."' … [Read more...] about Nolan remains the NHL's forgotten head coach