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Conroy played the majority of the power play as the Flames deployed four forwards and one defenceman. But the struggling power play was unable to capitalize on the Sabres stupidity. … [Read more...] about Conroy ignites the Flames

'It wasn't until the Sabres were behind by three goals in the second period that they finally started to get some chances. But Buffalo was stymied repeatedly by Roman Turek, who finished with 28 saves.' … [Read more...] about Flames 3, Sabres 1

'The Flames defeated Buffalo for the first time since October 6, 1996. They managed two ties in the previous nine games against the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Calgary 3, Buffalo 1

'"But you have to remember that Tim is only 20. And we know that it is going to take some more time for Tim to fully develop his skills. And I think we're going to have to be patient to wait for that to happen."' … [Read more...] about Great expectations

'"It's a great chance for me to play and play a lot in different situations," Gratton said. "That's all I was asking for. Now it's up to me."' … [Read more...] about Gratton relishes view from the top

'Ray ranks No. 7 on the NHL all-time penalty minutes list with 2,992.' … [Read more...] about Sin bin milestone in Ray's reach

'The Sabres are 2-7-2 vs. the Western Conference.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flames

'"I don't think time's running out right now, but it's been a pretty fast beginning of the season. It's gone so quick. The same thing will happen for the second half. You have to realize every day is important."' … [Read more...] about Flames Game Day

'The Flames are going for their 12th home win which would equal the club's total all of last season.' … [Read more...] about Game day

'Noronen is 2-1-1 with a 2.63 goals-against average and has shared backup duties behind Martin Biron with 36-year-old Bob Essensa.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign G Noronen to Rochester

'The Sabres made the move Tuesday, but didn't rule out promoting Noronen next week once the team returns from a two-game road trip, which opens in Calgary on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Biron gets starting job back after Sabres demote Noronen

'"We're having a tough time to get back at .500," Sabres right wing Vaclav Varada said. "Every time we take one or two steps toward it, we drop a game we should have won. Right now, things aren't going well for us at all."' … [Read more...] about Time isn't on side of inconsistent Sabres

'"All I know is he has swelling in his knee, and his hand is very sore to the point where I don't think he could use it if he had to."' … [Read more...] about Dumont's knee, hand injuries flare up

'"It's totally up to them but you have to feel like you belong somewhere," Noronen said.' … [Read more...] about Noronen sent down again

'"It was quite an injury," said Ruff. "I just hope it doesn't hurt the rest of his career. This is a serious injury. It is one that takes quite some time to come back from. For now, the rest of the team is going to have to pick up the slack."' … [Read more...] about Huge loss for Sabres