Archives for May 4, 2001

'"Every time we get down a goal we try to open it up, but you can see them coming with the odd-man rushes just because we opened it up," Boughner added. "So, we've got to find a way to get a lead early and sustain it."' … [Read more...] about Pens must alter game plan again

'Lose tomorrow, however, and the Pittsburgh Penguins might prefer to run. For cover.' … [Read more...] about A city steels itself for failure

'Some would dispute that, arguing that Buffalo's two straight wins -- this one so effortless -- gives the Sabres almost insurmountable momentum.' … [Read more...] about Cartoon figures replace high art of playoff drama

'"I think the only time we can say that this team is better, in my opinion," Ruff says sternly, "is if this team goes further than that team did."' … [Read more...] about Sabres giving foes a Ruff time

'"It's like if anything bizarre is going to happen, it's going to happen to Buffalo," Ruff says. "I think the mind-set is: 'When are we going to get our break?'"' … [Read more...] about Ruff, fans say it’s about time Sabres catch a break

'"We're a team known for scoring and playing well in the other team's end, but we're not doing it," defenseman Bob Boughner said. "We have to get it going."' … [Read more...] about Penguins watch series lead vanish

'"I think (the Sabres) have figured out the left wing lock," said Lemieux. The Sabres thumped the Penguins 5-2 Wednesday night to roar back and tie the series 2-2, sweeping Games 3 and 4 at the Mellon Arena. "I think we can throw that one away and come up with a new one."' … [Read more...] about Penguins looking for some changes

'Both teams had the day off Thursday, though the Sabres held a team meeting. No doubt they discussed what to do should the Penguins scrap the lock they adopted late in the season and go back to an offense-friendly system.' … [Read more...] about Lemieux lobbying for Penguins changes