'The Sabres were papering the building for the game Thursday night because in their infinite wisdom before the season, the Pens' game was among four contests not sold to the general public when individual game seats went on sale.' … [Read more...] about Marketing plan for Pens not mightier for Swords
The Sabres Report - Jan 13, 2002
Buffalo fans need Sabres to save them
'...it's hard to find a reason why the Sabres won't continue the same uneven performance they've produced over the first 45 games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo fans need Sabres to save them
Lethargic Devils Fall Flat
'"All night we played well and got our chances, but it was an uphill battle," Devils Coach Larry Robinson said. "Guys were turning the puck over in all the wrong places."' … [Read more...] about Lethargic Devils Fall Flat
Devils' Woes Cut Deep vs. Sabres
'Jason Arnott nearly tied the game with 27 seconds left, but in the scramble in front, the net was dislodged and the whistle blew before Arnott's shot went in.' … [Read more...] about Devils' Woes Cut Deep vs. Sabres
Devils can't cut it against Sabres
'The Devils controlled the tempo of the game and had their chances. But add the misses and mishaps, and it's the recipe for a loss...' … [Read more...] about Devils can't cut it against Sabres
Satan burns Devils
'One glaring error. That's really all the Devils made Saturday night at HSBC Arena.' … [Read more...] about Satan burns Devils
Goal-scoring woes continue for Devils in loss to Sabres
The Devils came frustratingly close to sending the game into overtime in the final minute Saturday night. … [Read more...] about Goal-scoring woes continue for Devils in loss to Sabres
Sabres 2, Devils 1
'While Sabres coach Lindy Ruff was glad to see Satan and Gratton break their scoreless streaks, he credited the win to Biron. "If you want to look at the reason we won, I thought our goaltender made those key saves for us," Ruff said. "He made the right saves at the right time."' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2, Devils 1
Buffalo 2, New Jersey 1
'"I think the goal by Miro got things fired up. And to see Gratton get that goal was great," Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, New Jersey 1
The Sabres Report - Jan 12, 2002
Satan having devil of a time trying to score
'They have gone 4-7-2 during his slump, but they are 9-3 when he scores.' … [Read more...] about Satan having devil of a time trying to score
Warrener may lend hand, but Maxim likely won't
'"It feels like a stump," Warrener said of his wrist. "You put a stick in your hand and try to grip it and get a pass or get rid of a pass, there's some pain."' … [Read more...] about Warrener may lend hand, but Maxim likely won't
Sabres vs. Devils
'G Martin Biron has allowed two or fewer goals in five of his past six starts.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Devils
Devils tonight
'The turning point: Just show some consistency -- and that starts by not taking this bad team lightly.' … [Read more...] about Devils tonight
Devils vs. Sabres Scouting Report
'Head-to-head: The Devils beat the Sabres in October in New Jersey.' … [Read more...] about Devils vs. Sabres Scouting Report
The Sabres Report - Jan 11, 2002
Hedberg bolts the door again
Johan Hedberg loves playing against the Buffalo Sabres. Last spring, he almost singlehandedly kept the Sabres out of the Eastern Conference Finals with his stellar goaltending. Thursday night in Buffalo's HSBC Arena, he helped the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Sabres once again. Hedberg made 36 saves and completely outshone Sabres goalie Martin Biron. … [Read more...] about Hedberg bolts the door again