'“It’s an 82-game hockey season and this is a special moment so that’s not something I think about. I’m not thinking about it and I doubt that will happen.”' … [Read more...] about Laraque prefers to keep his gloves on in the cold
Archives for January 1, 2008
NBC producer expects a spectacle on ice
'“If you ever watched a hockey game and you ever wanted to see something special, this is what you tune to,” Flood said. “You hope the fans at the local level [in all hockey towns] come into it because they are so intrigued by an outdoor hockey game."' … [Read more...] about NBC producer expects a spectacle on ice
All is ready: Drop the puck
'A quick trip up to the top row of the stadium, though, revealed a great view of the ice. It seemed higher than the view from the top row of HSBC Arena, but the puck was clearly visible, and the players didn’t appear as if you were looking through the wrong end of the binoculars.' … [Read more...] about All is ready: Drop the puck
NHL's gladiators giddy over outdoor ice
'"It brings you back to your youth," said Sabres center Derek Roy.' … [Read more...] about NHL’s gladiators giddy over outdoor ice
Game on
'A storm system should be moving through the area this morning and could drop 1 to 3 inches in the region, Ansuini said. Today’s high temperature is expected to be around 36 degrees. The snow should taper off during game time in the afternoon, but it should pick up in the late afternoon and lead to heavier snow at night.' … [Read more...] about Game on
On frozen pond
'"You have to be ready for anything," said Sabres center Derek Roy, who wore a full-size ski cap that covered everything but his eyes during practice.' … [Read more...] about On frozen pond
Winter Classic notebook
'The length of timeouts could vary based on the weather and ice conditions. If the game reaches a shootout, goaltenders can choose to defend either goal or the same goal.' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic notebook
Today's game
'Winds: WNW at 20-30 mph - occasionally gusting to 40 mph.' … [Read more...] about Today’s game
Take it outside, gentlemen
'It was hard not to get swept up in the excitement, with the brand new ice glistening, a bit of a nip in the air and a light dusting of snow.' … [Read more...] about Take it outside, gentlemen
Hockey's biggest stage
'The weather and the preparations for it dominated the scrums yesterday, although wind and snow (and possibly rain) are the concerns at this game, not the cold. Some players wore balaclavas under their helmets at practice and both Sabres goaltenders, Ryan Miller and Jocelyn Thibault, wore the balaclavas plus tuques on the outside of their masks.' … [Read more...] about Hockey’s biggest stage
Snowstorm on the way
'"I understand a pretty big swath is going to come through," said NHL ice man Dan Craig. "But I think we're going to squeeze under the wire with this one," he said of the freezing rain and wind which is being predicted for later in the day.' … [Read more...] about Snowstorm on the way
Deja vu for ex-Oilers
'"It's unbelievable. It's about being in the right place at the right time. I think it's so cool to play one in Canada and one in the U.S., one in a CFL stadium and one in an NFL stadium. It would also be nice to say I won one and lost one."' … [Read more...] about Deja vu for ex-Oilers
Tuesday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Pens' outdoor game could break the ice for others (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) 2007 Winter Classic Photo Journal (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins strike a pose (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Scouting the Sabres (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Sid played outside as a Kid (Beaver County Times) Record crowd expected for Sabres, Penguins in outdoor game (Sportsticker) Pens To Battle … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Great outdoors
'Question is, will anyone watch? And if they do, will they like it, and will the league turn the Winter Classic into an annual event?' … [Read more...] about Great outdoors
Outdoor Game a Reminder of Roots, but Also a Peek at the Sport’s Future
'“You’re representing the National Hockey League in a lot of homes that don’t normally pay attention,” said Sabres goaltender Ryan Miller, who will wear a cap under his helmet and another winter hat on top of it to ward off the cold. It is expected to be 32 degrees at game time.' … [Read more...] about Outdoor Game a Reminder of Roots, but Also a Peek at the Sport’s Future