'Dumont recently bought the home of teammate Chris Gratton.' … [Read more...] about Housley still waiting for word on Olympics
The Sabres Report - Dec 20, 2001
Blackhawks find a way to win
'"It got pretty ugly out there at times, for both teams," said White, who before scoring was without a point in 17 games. "But you can't be on top of your game every night. You've got to win ugly sometimes, and we found a way to win ugly tonight."' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks find a way to win
GM Smith, Pulford not at odds over Amonte
'U.S. Olympic officials postponed announcing the remainder of the team until Saturday, meaning Phil Housley must wait a few more days to find out if he's going to Salt Lake City.' … [Read more...] about GM Smith, Pulford not at odds over Amonte
Blackhawks 6, Sabres 5
'Chicago coach Brian Sutter said some Sabres were "really, really sharp," but a few goals deflected off teammates before going in. "It was one of those nights that you hope for a bouncing puck, or some darnthing like that," Sutter said.' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks 6, Sabres 5
Chicago 6, Buffalo 5
'"Unfortunately for us, we weren't at the receiving end of too many good bounces."' … [Read more...] about Chicago 6, Buffalo 5
The Sabres Report - Dec 19, 2001
Pyatt hears opportunity knock after call-up
'"It feels good to get the call," Pyatt said. "I'm definitely excited about it. I'm feeling a little nervous already.' … [Read more...] about Pyatt hears opportunity knock after call-up
Noronen down; Biron recharged
'"There was a lot of good things to like about the way Mika played, and not in an easy situation," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Noronen down; Biron recharged
Sabres vs. Blackhawks
'The Sabres have not been above .500 since losing to the Montreal Canadiens on Oct. 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Blackhawks
Noronen sent back to Amerks
'The Sabres wanted to evaluate Noronen against NHL teams, and also give starting goalie Martin Biron a break. He has started 29 of Buffalo's 34 games.' … [Read more...] about Noronen sent back to Amerks
The Sabres Report - Dec 18, 2001
Sabres demote Noronen
'Noronen, who strained an abdominal muscle and failed to finish Saturday's 4-2 loss to the New York Rangers, will return to the Sabres' AHL farm team in Rochester.' … [Read more...] about Sabres demote Noronen
Sabres place Rasmussen on injured reserve
'To fill his spot, Buffalo called up forward Taylor Pyatt, one of two players acquired in last June's trade that sent Michael Peca to the New York Islanders. … [Read more...] about Sabres place Rasmussen on injured reserve
Teamscope
'The Sabres have lost the equivalent of two forward lines, plus Hasek, during the past two seasons and need to forge a new identity in order to be taken seriously in the Eastern Conference race. Over to you, Mr. Regier.' … [Read more...] about Teamscope
Noronen hoping to fit into Sabres' goalie mix
'Ruff plans on keeping the starting goalie a game-by-game decision for now, but Noronen still refers to Biron as the No. 1 goalie.' … [Read more...] about Noronen hoping to fit into Sabres' goalie mix
The Sabres Report - Dec 17, 2001
Sabres hope Santa brings them consistency
'Maybe a trade or two might help the situation. It couldn't hurt.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope Santa brings them consistency
Sabres offer helping hand
'Quietly and independently, the Sabres raised $44,000 for the families of 12 fallen New York firefighters earlier this season. Saturday night, nine of those families and a handful of firefighters who survived the Sept. 11 attacks came to the Garden as guests of the Sabres and met with the players in a closed-door session following the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres offer helping hand