'The Sabres scored their goals by doing what the Canadiens didn't. They scored their first goal when Jean-Pierre Dumont deflected a shot from the point and Brown scored the winner on a long shot off the rush.' … [Read more...] about Theodore can't hold the fort
The Sabres Report - Dec 27, 2001
Canadiens notebook
'Fans in Buffalo were looking forward to Gilmour's second appearance here since his bitter departure from the team after last season. There were scattered boos from the crowd when Gilmour was announced as a scratch.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens notebook
Sabres - Canadiens post-game report
'No team can expect to win with only 16 shots on goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres – Canadiens post-game report
Montreal lacks offensive punch
'The Canadiens were outshot 14-4 in the second period, yet had the period's only goal, as Theodore was sensational.' … [Read more...] about Montreal lacks offensive punch
Sabres 3, Canadiens 1
'Mika Noronen, who made 15 saves and was 2-1-1 since he began splitting time with former No. 1 goalie Martin Biron, wasn't exactly tested, Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3, Canadiens 1
Buffalo 3, Montreal 1
'Brown broke out of a prolonged offensive drought with a pair of third-period goals as the Sabres ended a four-game winless streak with a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Montreal 1
The Sabres Report - Dec 26, 2001
Scouting report
'There's bad blood between these teams after a Canadiens' goaltender was injured in each of the first two games between the teams this season.' … [Read more...] about Scouting report
Sabres focused on standings, not old grudges
'"We want to get off to a good start," said Varada, "and hopefully put an end to the slump."' … [Read more...] about Sabres focused on standings, not old grudges
Sabres vs. Canadiens
'Tonight's game is the first of seven consecutive road games for the Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Canadiens
Sabres: We won't abandon Amerks
'"No question about it, we're not going to sit back," said Carriere, assistant to Sabres general manager Darcy Regier. "We want the team to be successful. Being a good partner is understanding the tradition in Rochester. Rochester is an extension of our arm."' … [Read more...] about Sabres: We won't abandon Amerks
The Sabres Report - Dec 25, 2001
Talent of Afinogenov blossoms
'Afinogenov's defensive play also has improved dramatically, allowing Ruff to use him more often.' … [Read more...] about Talent of Afinogenov blossoms
Spirits lifted by sincerity, giving of Ray
'No Buffalo athlete has made a more sustained and sincere commitment to the sick and needy children of this community.' … [Read more...] about Spirits lifted by sincerity, giving of Ray
The Sabres Report - Dec 24, 2001
Sabres in trouble
'But if Buffalo expects to reach 90 points on the season, which is usually the number of points needed to safely make the playoffs, they would need 58 points in their final 45 games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres in trouble
Sabres bring Christmas joy to area's underprivileged
'Rob Ray's annual Christmas gift delivery took place Sunday, when Ray and 10 of his teammates mobilized to deliver food, toys, hats and gloves to underprivileged Buffalonians.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring Christmas joy to area's underprivileged
The Sabres Report - Dec 23, 2001
A bitter week in December
It was a bitter pill to swallow. The Sabres fans have expected top notch goaltending ever since their inception. Having seen such greats as Roger Crozier, Tom Barrasso, Don Edwards and Bob Sauve, not to mention the future Hall of Famer Dominik Hasek, tend the pipes in the Sabres storied history, it came as a complete shock to see the horrendous goaltending as of late. … [Read more...] about A bitter week in December