Archives for May 11, 2006

'The key to the victory was Emery, who has been knocked for playing poorly, particularly in Ottawa's 7-6 overtime loss in Game 1 when he allowed seven goals on 23 shots. Emery was at his sharpest of the series on Thursday in keeping the Senators' season alive. He made numerous strong saves, three times foiling Ales Kotalik's shots from the slot, including … [Read more...] about Ottawa 2, Buffalo 1

'Redden broke the tie at 2:52 of the third. His long shot bounced off the leg of Buffalo's Henrik Tallinder and bounced past Ryan Miller, who was screened by a crowd. Derek Roy was off for tripping Patrick Eaves.' … [Read more...] about Senators defeat Sabres 2-1 to force Game 5 in second-round series

'Wade Redden scored the game-winning goal early in the third period and Ray Emery dazzled with 29 saves, as the Ottawa Senators staved off elimination with a 2-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series at HSBC Arena.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 2, Buffalo 1

'“There definitely have been a lot of disappointments here,” said Redden, who paused for a moment to find the right words. “For whatever reason, it does wear on you. We want to be winning. We want to have a chance to win. It’s obviously disappointing to be in this position again.”' … [Read more...] about This looks like a playoff bust for Senators

'"It's been a great year so far. The team spirit has been unbelievable."' … [Read more...] about Defenceman Toni Lydman is logging lots of ice time in Sabres’ playoff run

'"I won't play tonight. I don't feel I can help my team yet," the star goaltender said after spending 45 minutes testing his injured groin in practice Thursday morning prior to Game 4 of Ottawa's Eastern Conference semifinal series against Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Senators G Hasek still not ready to play

'So as we watch the exciting conclusion of this series, showcasing the best that the NHL is and will be in the future, pause for a moment and reflect on the disaster that was averted. That’s why it is really hard to hate Ottawa fans--we are them, and they are us.' … [Read more...] about Bankruptcy Bowl

Ottawa at Buffalo (AP) Sabres can sweep Senators, advance to conference finals (Sportsticker) (1) Ottawa Senators (0-3) at (4) Buffalo Sabres (3-0) (The Sports Network) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Game Previews

'Before Wednesday night's Sabres-Ottawa Senators game, scalpers were easily getting $100 to $150 for 300 level seats that had a face value of $50 while a couple was spotted paying $600 for a pair of prime 200 level seats that carried a face value of $120 each. Scalpers are expected to garner even higher prices for tonight's game as the Sabres have a chance to sweep the … [Read more...] about Scalpers delight as Sabres keep winning

'"We worked real hard and played a pretty responsible game," said Ottawa coach Bryan Murray. "But we can't find a way to score. If you don't score goals and put pressure on the opposition you don't win hockey games. All we have done the whole series is play from behind."' … [Read more...] about Dumont, Sabres find OT winner to grab 3-0 series lead over Ottawa

'"Even if that shot was so slow, it happened so fast," Dumont said. "I just turned around to make sure [it was a goal] and I saw Jay McKee and Teppo [Numminen] coming after me like crazy men, like they were going to kill me. When I saw them coming at me, then I knew the puck was in. I saw the bench and all the crowd go crazy. It was unbelievable."' … [Read more...] about Nothing but Net

'Its so-called stars don't disappear when seasons and reputations are on the line, as the Sens' marquee guys always seem to do when the heat intensifies in May.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ first-responders enjoy 3-0 lead

'Nobody should question whether Hasek is injured. He's been hurting since the Olympics. But he has a history of not playing unless he's 100 percent, right down to his toenails, no matter the stakes. You can bet he doesn't want any part of this series now, not with Buffalo rolling and fans salivating over the possibility of fresh meat.' … [Read more...] about Hasek stars in role of drama king

'"If you were to watch these three games again, I don't know how you could say one team's up three games to nothing," Senators center Jason Spezza said. "We shouldn't be up, 3-nothing, and they shouldn't be up, three-nothing. That's a hard pill to swallow."' … [Read more...] about Sens finding 3-0 deficit tough to take

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said Kalinin was "week-to-week" and would definitely not be back this week. Kalinin is hoping he could return if the playoffs continue past this Eastern Conference semifinal for Buffalo. "I have no idea right now [how long I'll be out]," said Kalinin, on crutches with a protective boot. "It depends on how it feels. Maybe a week or two weeks, and then … [Read more...] about Broken ankle forces Kalinin to sidelines