Archives for January 24, 2010

'San Jose scored three times in the third period Saturday, pulling out of a tie and earning a 5-2 victory in HP Pavilion. The Sabres controlled long stretches and kept San Jose quiet. The Sharks, though, didn't miss when finding the slightest piece of open ice and improved to 35-10-8.' … [Read more...] about Strong third period by Sharks foils Sabres’ effort

'"Since our old line has been put back together -- Hecht, Pominville and myself -- I think we've found some chemistry and been able to capitalize on it," Connolly said in HP Pavilion. "We've just got to continue to work and try and improve in all the little areas, score even more goals and play better defensively."' … [Read more...] about Connolly’s line points the way for Sabres

Sharks defeat Buffalo, extend win streak to five games (San Jose Mercury News) McLellan breaks stretch of games into segments (San Jose Mercury News) Sharks run win streak to five with 5-2 nod over Sabres (Gilroy Dispatch) San Jose Had A Tough 1st, But Eventually Prevailed (SJSharks.com) Photo gallery (SJSharks.com) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) Photo gallery (AP) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s San Jose Coverage

'“We let the time hang around and they didn’t miss on their opportunities,” coach Lindy Ruff said. “I think we doubled up on our opportunities all night. We were disappointed that we didn’t take advantage of them and we made a couple of mistakes.”' … [Read more...] about Pavelski leads Sharks to 5-2 win over Sabres

'"We knew they were a fast team," Heatley said. "They came out hard, got a good forecheck going on us. I thought as the game went on we got stronger and got better."' … [Read more...] about San Jose 5, Buffalo 2

'Pominville's 14th goal of the season was the equalizer just eighteen seconds into the third period to make the score 2-2. The goal came on the power play against the top ranked penalty kill in the NHL. Chris Butler and Tyler Myers were given assists on the power play tally. Pavelski gave the Sharks the 3-2 lead after slapping home a rebound shot in the crease. His second … [Read more...] about Sharks Dump Sabres 5-2

Devils Deal Pirates a Loss (PortlandPirates.com) Devils Push Past Pirates, 4-1 (LowellDevilsHockey.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Portland Coverage