'The Sabres had previously not lost a single playoff game in 22 straight matches when leading after two periods and with Hasek in goal, a remarkable streak that came to an end last night.' … [Read more...] about Lemieux provides inspiration, Straka the winner
The Sabres Report - May 9, 2001
Penguins stay alive for seventh game
'"We were still thinking positive when there was a couple of minutes left. We knew somebody had to get one. We had been dominating the whole game. We just had to make sure to get it on the net and we got the break."' … [Read more...] about Penguins stay alive for seventh game
Lemieux's heroics give Penguins shot
'But somehow, with the Penguins facing elimination, Lemieux found a way to extend Pittsburgh's season and his headline-stealing return to a deciding seventh game.' … [Read more...] about Lemieux's heroics give Penguins shot
Solving the Sabres
'There's an old saying in hockey: Great players make great plays. Sometimes they get a little lucky as well.' … [Read more...] about Solving the Sabres
Penguins 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
'Martin Straka got the victory. Mario Lemieux got the save.' … [Read more...] about Penguins 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 2 (OT)
'Pittsburgh, seeded sixth in the East, kept the momentum after the third intermission and carried the play in overtime, with Straka converting a touch pass from Kovalev in front of the net.' … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 2 (OT)
Penguins 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
Unbelievable! Straka scores in OT!!
'The crowd was dead for a Game 6 playoff game. But it was Mario and Straka to the rescue.' … [Read more...] about Unbelievable! Straka scores in OT!!
The Sabres Report - May 8, 2001
Penguins Upbeat Despite Series Slump
'"I think we backed off a little bit every time we've had the lead,'' he said. "So far in the playoffs, we tend to think that's going to be enough for us to win the game. Whereas before, we always tried to get that second or third goal to put the game away early."' … [Read more...] about Penguins Upbeat Despite Series Slump
Sabres-Penguins Game 6 "Edge Matchups"
The media and fans in Pittsburgh have started to doubt their Penguins. They have begun throwing away their moose antlers, and they have started thinking more about baseball and the opening of NFL training camp. However, as a team the Penguins have a lot more pride and heart to start doubting themselves. … [Read more...] about Sabres-Penguins Game 6 "Edge Matchups"
Sabres-Penguins Game 6 "Scouting Report"
The proverbial wall has two teams pressing their backs against it, albeit with different degrees of pressure. … [Read more...] about Sabres-Penguins Game 6 "Scouting Report"
When the Buffalo Roamed: May 8, 1975
Arriving late that night back in Buffalo, the Sabres were welcomed home with cheers and congratulations by close to 5,000 adoring fans. The excitement and anticipation of the team's first-ever trip to the Stanley Cup Finals, after just five years in existence, would grow to a fever pitch in the days to follow. … [Read more...] about When the Buffalo Roamed: May 8, 1975
Sabres hope tonight's their night
'The Sabres can eliminate the Pens with a win tonight in Game Six in Mellon Arena (7, Empire, Ch. 5, 107.7 FM, 1330 AM). Game Seven is certainly there if necessary, but they want nothing to do with Pittsburgh coming back to Buffalo Thursday. So tonight is the night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope tonight's their night
Peca heals, watches and waits
'Peca, the Sabres' unsigned restricted free agent, is back in Western New York with a broken face. He sustained three fractures in his left cheek while playing for Team Canada at the World Hockey Championship in Germany.' … [Read more...] about Peca heals, watches and waits
Patrick having too much fun to stop now
'After 18 years in the NHL, after 1,100 regular-season and 176 playoff games, Patrick is enjoying the game more than ever. The Sabres' defenseman appreciates every moment, every practice, every little nuance of being a pro athlete.' … [Read more...] about Patrick having too much fun to stop now