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'"Jay McKee," raved appreciative Buffalo boss Lindy Ruff, "set the tone for the game when he levelled Iginla. I had a long conversation with Jay this morning about the game he needs to play. He came out and set the tone and his penalty-killing was excellent."' … [Read more...] about Sutter takes shot at Iggy after Sabres KO Flames

'The Flames were presented a golden opportunity to get on the board five minutes into the second period when Sabres centre Adam Mair was assessed a slashing major and game misconduct for a robust axe-like chop on Calgary defenceman Denis Gauthier's arm. The Flames' power play, however, could muster little in the way of sustained pressure and produced nothing more … [Read more...] about Flames shoot blanks at Sabres

'Buffalo's penalty killing was stellar holding the Flames down for over 11 minutes of power play time.' … [Read more...] about Noronen Starts His Season With A Shutout In Calgary

'"We really played a solid game," said Ruff. "We really won a lot of offensive battles and played good defensively."' … [Read more...] about Noronen unbeatable for Sabres

'Fitzpatrick is now 28, faster than ever and among the most improved players in the league over the past two years. His play last season contributed to the Sabres trading Rhett Warrener in the deal that landed them Chris Drury. Fitzpatrick was making $70,000 two years ago with the Amerks, but he'll pocket $375,000 this year on a one-way contract with the Sabres. Yeah, … [Read more...] about Fichter's train gang proves that hard work means good results

The chorus of boos began again midway through the third period and reached a peak at the games conclusion. … [Read more...] about Buffaloed at dome

We were not prepared. And it showed in all areas of our game. It was not just on the giveaway and it was not just on the last-second goal (of the second period). It was on competing for pucks and competing one-on-one and creating opportunities. … [Read more...] about Drury steals glory from old pals

I know they give their guys a chance, Pittis said. So that is a reason why I signed back. I am an injury away. … [Read more...] about Sitting Buffalo

Turning point: D Robyn Regehrs late penalty in the second period awoke RW Miroslav Satan from his 39-minute slumber. With an extra attacker, Satan got two blistering shots away on the delay before play was called and Regehr was sent to the sin bin. Moments later, with Regehr in the box, Satan scored on the power play. … [Read more...] about Game over

'Mika Noronen had a perfect start to his season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 0

'Chris Drury did little to help his standing with fans of the Calgary Flames.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Calgary 0

'"Rhett's been a good friend and a guy we miss in Buffalo," McKee said. "But I'm looking forward to playing him. If I get a chance to hit him, I'll be going out of my way to do it. I'm sure he will, too. It'll be a two-way street on that one."' … [Read more...] about Gotcha! Warrener pulls prank on Sabres

'The Sabres, meanwhile, ranked dead last with a team goals-against average of 3.75. That's a substantial reason why Mika Noronen is a safe bet to make his season debut at 9 tonight, when the Sabres play the Calgary Flames in the Pengrowth Saddledome.' … [Read more...] about Noronen should get next shot in goal

'The Sabres are averaging 22 penalty minuntes a game, fifth worst in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flames

'Too rich for the Flames, Drury and his agent started bartering with Buffalo and in August signed a four-year pact that will pay $3.45 million US this season. It's welcome security for a player with his third team in as many years.' … [Read more...] about Losing only thing Drury detested