Archives for May 2007

'The Senators had been kicked down, smacked around, left for dead so many times that they finally grew accustomed to handling every situation. Sometimes, a team needs to lose a few different ways before understanding how to win. The Sabres thought they had it figured out, but along came a Senators team that looks unbeatable and refuses to take the postseason for … [Read more...] about Alfredsson leads Sens on mission

'“You could see it out there in practice today: We’re having fun,” defenseman Brian Campbell said. “We’re a team that likes to be around each other, so we went out and had fun today. That was the message from [coach] Lindy [Ruff], that we were going to have smiles on our faces and work hard.”' … [Read more...] about Power play practice? No, team works on having fun

'Ottawa Penalty Killers. Sens killers putting on a clinic. Surrendered one shot in six Sabre PPs Monday.' … [Read more...] about Scouting Report

'The Senators simply seem hungrier.' … [Read more...] about Pressure time for Sabres

'The question is: Do they fight like pit bulls or poodles? So far, they've been more like lap dogs.' … [Read more...] about Teetering Sabres still have their growl

'“I don’t know if we’ve been uptight, but sometimes it looks like that,” Lydman added. “(The Senators have) played great so far in the series and all through the playoffs. Now it’s time for us to find our best game."' … [Read more...] about Body language says Sabres ready for summer

'"They're going to try to focus on one game at a time. They have nothing to lose right now," said Alfredsson. "They're just going to try to go in and play hard and I'm sure they're going to play looser than they did (Monday), but that doesn't change our attitude. We're going to try to be strong as a five-man unit when we're out there, all four lines, playing smart, hard and … [Read more...] about Living on a prayer

'"They didn't walk through Jersey and they didn't walk through Pittsburgh by accident," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "They left those teams looking for answers, too."' … [Read more...] about Sabres aim to rebound

'"They're pressuring us hard," said Sabres winger Jason Pominville. "We don't have time to handle the puck. We can't even get set up."' … [Read more...] about So far, the choke’s on the Sabres

'Geez, Ottawa and Buffalo aren't so different after all. Except for our hockey teams. See ya later, Buffalonians.' … [Read more...] about The good, the bad … and Buffalo

'"I thought it was going to be a long, tough series," said Mike Lalonde, 32, his car laden with Sens flags. "But after (Monday's) game, I think we're gonna sweep ... I've got a broom at home I'll keep beside me while I watch."' … [Read more...] about Stick it to ’em with these Buffalo-sweeping brooms

'Miller, who was sensational in stopping 31 of 32 shots in Game 3 on Monday night -- teammate Derek Roy claimed it would have been 10-0 without Miller -- has become the leader in the pep-talk department.' … [Read more...] about Miller tries to deflect Sabres’ bleak mood

Senators hoping to produce a fans-tastic finish (Ottawa Sun) Sens' PK units earning straight A's (Ottawa Sun) Living on a prayer (Ottawa Sun) Sabres aim to rebound (Ottawa Sun) So far, the choke's on the Sabres (Ottawa Sun) Sens enjoy shot of luck (Ottawa Sun) The good, the bad ... and Buffalo (Ottawa Sun) Stick it to 'em with these Buffalo-sweeping brooms (Ottawa … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage

'It is really quite remarkable how the Senators, playing relentless defence mixed with quick-strike counterattacks, have shut down the NHL's best offence. In almost 11 periods of hockey, the Sabres have only five goals and are in danger of being swept aside by the Senators tonight. In Monday's 1-0 Ottawa win, the Senators made the Sabres look like they weren't even trying.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rattled and on the brink

'"When you go through things like that, one of two things happen - it either makes you stronger or you just fold the tent and wait for next time around and make excuses. No one in this room has done that," defenceman Chris Phillips said.' … [Read more...] about Mid-season troubles bonded Sens