Archives for March 2, 2009

'“It’s a big plus,” Head Coach Lindy Ruff said. “But I think the question is how ready is he going to be? Can he answer the physical, can he answer the conditioning? We hope he can.”' … [Read more...] about Vanek eyes return to the lineup

'“We’ve scored basically one goal five-on-five in our last three games,” Pominville said. “Especially in the position that we’re in now, it’s not good enough. We have to be more desperate. It comes down to seeing video of what we’re doing and trying to work on it in practice.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres prepare for Canadiens

'Each of the six players on the top scoring lines is in a slump.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ big guns turn silent

Pirates quickly learn their lesson (Portland Press Herald) Pirates hand the Devils a beating in more ways than one (Maine Hockey Journal) Pirates Rough Up Devils 6-1 (PortlandPirates.com) Devils Upended by Pirates, 6-1 (LowellDevilsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Portland Coverage