Archives for March 15, 2004

'Buffalo is 14-3-1-1 when he scores a goal this season, 17-28-5-2 when he's scoreless.'

'The Sabres have scored 19 goals in four games against the Leafs this season.'

'As for the Sabres, the Leafs don't know why Buffalo has been dominant at the HSBC arena (13-2-3 since the arena opened in 1996). "I'd like to know myself," said Karel Pilar.'

You read the media notes (on game day) and there it is stamped in black and white, that we suck in Buffalo at that rink. I think it is about individuals looking in the mirror, all of us, and collectively saying it is bull.

'Two weeks ago the Islanders were sitting pretty, up nine points and closer to sixth place. Today they are a bit closer to a desperate situation. "For me, it's been like that for a couple of games." coach Steve Stirling said. But Stirling said that "desperation isn't the right word." He added, "There has to be a greater sense of urgency, more often, for us. I don't think we've grasped that yet."'