'It was fitting that Game 7 went into overtime because the entire series had been closer than hot sauce on a chicken wing. It would take something like a defenceman gambling and jumping into the play to make something happen.' … [Read more...] about Mario and company move on
Archives for May 11, 2001
Super season rolls on
'"You can't help but feel that there's something special happening here and so you really want to do everything possible to keep it going." They did that twice in as many games against the Sabres. It's hard to think that there isn't something to this destiny thing after all.' … [Read more...] about Super season rolls on
Wasted opportunities sealed Sabres' fate
'"We're going to be thinking of that 1:18 all summer," defenseman Rhett Warrener said.' … [Read more...] about Wasted opportunities sealed Sabres' fate
Line change perks up Pens
'Perhaps, coach Ivan Hlinka, captain Jaromir Jagr and Lemieux coach by committee. After the Penguins defeated Buffalo 3-2 in overtime Thursday, all three took some degree of credit for the decision to split up the two superstars late in Game 7.' … [Read more...] about Line change perks up Pens
Study in contrasts
'In the end, and in that context then, a little known goalie made the biggest difference of all. His name is Johan Hedberg. Ever heard of him? The Sabres have now.' … [Read more...] about Study in contrasts
Lemieux, Penguins keep magical run going
'"For him to be in the slot, all alone and pick a corner ... unbelievable," said Lemieux. "But that's the way Game 7s are supposed to go."' … [Read more...] about Lemieux, Penguins keep magical run going
Penguins 3, Sabres 2, OT
'The Sabres, 1-4 in Game 7s, were left wondering what went wrong, squandering two one-goal leads for the second straight game.' … [Read more...] about Penguins 3, Sabres 2, OT
Hasek not sure if he's played his final game
'Dominik Hasek will need some time to decide if his Buffalo Sabres career will continue. He already knows this season ended too quickly.' … [Read more...] about Hasek not sure if he's played his final game
Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 2 (OT)
'"It seemed like we couldn't hold the lead," Hasek said. "They've done the job. ... Something's wrong. We try hard, but you don't deserve to win in OT if you give up a goal (in the third period)."' … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh 3, Buffalo 2 (OT)