Archives for March 28, 2009

Buffalo (36-30-8) at Montreal (38-27-9) (AP) Critical contest for Sabres in Montreal (Sportsticker) Buffalo Sabres (36-30-8) at Montreal Canadiens (38-27-9) (The Sports Network) The following are rough English translations from French language sources: To choke the threat (RDS.ca) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Montreal Coverage

'“It was good to get charged up,” Miller said. “Everything that I build my life around here, it felt a lot more normal than sitting there watching sitcoms and DVDs and going nuts. I was happy to have good energy and step in and help.”' … [Read more...] about Miller sharp in return; Sabres take on Canadians tonight

'Toronto scored three straight goals and got the building rocking again. The Leafs' fans, who started chanting early but were silenced by the scoreboard, worked their voices full tilt as Boyd Devereaux, Matt Stajan and Nikolai Kulemin put the Sabres on edge.' … [Read more...] about Sabres withstand Leafs’ rally

'"He's really tried to shape himself as a leader," Miller said of Gaustad. "He really feels like he can contribute on both parts of the ice. Him stepping up and going up to the net is big for us. Him stepping up, setting a physical tone shows other guys they have to go both ways."' … [Read more...] about Gaustad gets rewarded for efforts

'Bias aside, Kaleta is becoming a legitimate National Hockey League player right before our eyes. Once known as just an agitator, the local kid now fills a variety of roles for a team that’s cast is pretty vanilla. Penalty killer, energy guy, defensive forward -- Kaleta has clearly gained the confidence of Lindy Ruff.' … [Read more...] about Upside to down season o Kaleta&#8217s emergence

Cujo's chain rattled (Toronto Sun) Cujo yanked as Leafs cut down (Toronto Star) Leafs fail to do Habs any favours (Toronto Globe and Mail) Comeback bid fails for Leafs (National Post) Photo gallery (MapleLeafs.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Toronto Coverage

'“They smelled blood and wanted to get back on the attack,” Miller said. “We did a good job not panicking and getting pucks to the net. We were definitely rewarded with (Gaustad’s) goal.”' … [Read more...] about Gaustad stems Leafs&#8217 comeback bid in Sabres&#8217 win

'The Sabres remained in 10th place in the Eastern Conference, five points behind Montreal for the eighth and final playoff spot but moved five points ahead of 11th-seeded Toronto.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Toronto 3

'Gaustad scored after a mad scramble in front of the Toronto net. Pogge stopped the initialm shot, but on a clearing attempt hit the forward and went past the Leafs' netminder to give Buffalo the 5 to 3 lead. The lead would hold, the team surviving a late surge by the Leafs, including an extra attacker for the final two minutes with the net empty.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Gain Two More Points In 5 to 3 Win Over Toronto

'Paul Gaustad recorded a Gordie Howe Hat Trick in the win; registering a goal, assist and a fight in the contest. Gaustad earned an assist 37 seconds into the game on Jochen Hecht’s goal, net Buffalo’s fifth score of the night midway through the third period and earned two fighting majors- taking on both Jamal Mayers and Pavel Kubina.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits

A record, a celebration, and a crucial victory (Portland Press Herald) Pirates prevail past Lowell to keep pace in playoff race (Maine Hockey Journal) Dineen surpasses Trotz as all-time wins leader (Maine Hockey Journal) Former owner honored with entrance into Hall of Fame (Maine Hockey Journal) Dineen Tops Pirates Career Win List With 190 (PortlandPirates.com) Dineen … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Portland Coverage