Archives for April 2007

'"They're a good team. Even though we have a lot of puck [possession], they don't panic. They stay patient," said Lundqvist, who allowed three goals on just 18 shots. "We've just got to keep doing what we've been doing. I mean, we played great [Friday]. Take away our mistakes out there, two that cost us two goals, and we're going to win this."' … [Read more...] about ‘Almost perfect’ doesn’t cut it for Rangers

'"I don't know how many unbelievable saves [Miller] made today just to keep us in the game," said Dainius Zubrus, who finished with a game-high nine hits. "The save he made right in the slot with a few minutes to go ... I don't know if I've ever seen anything like that."' … [Read more...] about Miller Stands Tall In Big Win

'Yet, as western New York hockey fans have witnessed countless times in the past two seasons, the Sabres spit in the face of adversity with a furious surge in the final twenty minutes, getting clutch performances from their leaders when they needed it and sending them to Manhattan with a two game lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinal.' … [Read more...] about ECSF # 2: Sabres 3, Rangers 2

'But the story of the game for Buffalo was its intense physical attack on the Rangers. For the second straight game, the Sabres took every opportunity to nail a New York player, outhitting the Rangers 35-17.' … [Read more...] about Dru you believe!

'Thomas Vanek. Last year, he was up in the press box. This year, he has five goals in the playoffs and won the game with his goal in the third.' … [Read more...] about Deja Vu: Miller shines, Vanek scores game-winner

Amerks put their season on the line at Hamilton (Rochester D&C) Dogs can silence Amerks (Hamilton Spectator) Rochester at Hamilton (Hamilton Spectator) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'But it was Miller, who raised his playoff record this season to 6-1, who starred, stopping 31 of 33 Rangers shots, including two in the waning minutes with New York on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Steal Game Two

'Chris Drury and Brian Campbell also scored for the Sabres, who were outshot and outchanced through two periods, but found another gear when it mattered most, tying the game on Drury's goal early in the third before Vanek won it.' … [Read more...] about No slowing the Sabres

'The Sabres would score twice in the third to complete the 3-2 come back win over the Rangers. Thomas Vanek would net the game winner halfway through the third period. Brian Campbell notched a goal and an assist while Ryan Miller stopped 31 shots in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Complete Comeback In Game Two Win

'Paul Mara and Martin Straka scored for the Rangers, who played much better following a 5-2 loss on Wednesday, but still couldn't contain the Sabres' depth and offense when it counted.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, NY Rangers 2

'The Sabres were trailing, 2-1, to start the third period, but quickly tied the game thanks to a defensive miscue from New York. Marek Malik grabbed the puck off of a Buffalo defender deep along the left boards, but inexplicably threw the puck out front. It went all the way to the high slot where Toni Lydman uncorked a blast that Drury redirected into the net just 24 … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, NY Rangers 2

'"The type of player he is and the way the game changed after the lockout, our pro scouts thought that he would be a very good fit for us," said Regier. "We were looking for a veteran presence, to stabilize and teach young players and lead by example. He has the game down to a science. He's so effective and efficient."' … [Read more...] about Numminen a key find

'A quick Google search found Zakowicz' unofficial site among more than 600 Sabres-related sites and blogs. Those include the team site, Sabres.com, and unofficial ones such as Sabresreport.com, Sabreslegends.com and NewBlueandGold.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hot on Web

'What's with the opening minute of Sabres' series the last year? What's with all the ref love? What's with those ties? And why wear beer googles? No answers, just more questions.' … [Read more...] about Imponderable questions for the day of Game 2

'“But you know what? You’ve got to grow up in a hurry in these short series, and you’ve got to understand it is the first team to four, and we’ve only played one. It’s far from over. I think the guys got their heads around that as we progressed through the day.”' … [Read more...] about N.Y. state of mind: depression