Archives for March 2, 2008

'“I’m learning how to do it,” Miller said after practice Saturday in the Amherst Pepsi Center. “Lindy really told me early in the season I’d probably have to play 72-74 games so it’s not news to me. I’m trying to get my mind set and learn how to do it."' … [Read more...] about Miller becomes iron man

'Riddled by injuries, the Wings have lost four straight and are an astonishing 1-8-2 in their last 11 games. It’s their worst stretch since a 12-game winless streak in 1989 and has cut a double-digit point lead in the Western Conference down to three.' … [Read more...] about Short-handed Red Wings struggling

'Last Saturday’s game against the New York Rangers in HSBC Arena following two straight victories was typical of the manner in which Buffalo’s focus has flitted back and forth all season. Ales Kotalik’s performance was typical of the way many of the Sabres’ best players have performed.' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 focus should be play, not pay

'Hasek decided to start the program in what turned out to be his final season in Buffalo. It debuted in 2001 and now includes some 200 players, ranging in age from 3 to 16. They are kids of all stripes, generally from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Judging by the number of youngsters zipping around the ice, the program is making its mark. Indeed, it has become a feeder … [Read more...] about Hasek hits the ice with his Heroes

Injury-plagued Red Wings hope to stop slide vs. Sabres (Sportsticker) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Detroit Coverage

'There are those who suggest that Campbell was under great pressure, quite possibly from the NHLPA, not to sign a deal in Buffalo that would have undercut the marketplace of a high-end free-agent defenceman.' … [Read more...] about Other forces at work in Campbell’s decision?

Crunch tune in for another win (Syracuse Post Standard) Crunch Eliminate Amerks (SyracuseCrunch.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage