Archives for April 1, 2004

'The Sabres, in a classy move, lined up across the ice to acknowledge Messier as he was surrounded by his teammates.' … [Read more...] about Rangers captain unable to think about retiring after scoring goal at Garden

Messier, playing with an infected right elbow that kept him out of the last two games, and the sellout crowd of 18,200 treated last night as if it was his last home game. The 43-year-old captain signed sticks and uniforms for teammates, posed for pictures with teammates and staff and had many of his former teammates, such as Mike Richter, in the stands. He also scored at 19:03 … [Read more...] about Dolan stands by his promises

'``We knew they were going to come out hard to play for Mark,'' goaltender Martin Biron said. ``The win is a big plus for us right now. We're not going to beat ourselves. Yes, we need help, but we need to win our games.''' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, NY Rangers 3

'As reporters waited to talk to the Islanders, several players were watching the Rangers-Buffalo game on television. One player was heard to say ``Come on! It's (Mark) Messier's last game at the Garden!'' It didn't help.' … [Read more...] about NY Islanders 5, Montreal 1

'"We are not completely out of it, but we are going to need a lot of help now," Briere admitted. "We are going to battle to the end and continue to give ourselves a chance."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 4, NY Rangers 3

'New York has spent most of the last month fending off a challenge from the Buffalo Sabres for the final postseason berth in the Eastern Conference. But the Islanders avoided a third straight loss and need just two points in their final two games to advance to the playoffs for the third year in a row.' … [Read more...] about NY Islanders 5, Montreal 1

'Buffalo needs to win its final two games and keep its current momentum going. Next up for the Sabres is a match-up against their arch rival in the final home game of the season against Toronto. The Friday game is at 8pm in HSBC Arena. The Sabres will finish the season on Saturday in Montreal at 7 pm.' … [Read more...] about Hecht Stars In Buffalo Win On Broadway