Archives for February 28, 2010

'This is a great moment for Miller, and for the sport of hockey. But it's not often that a Buffalo athlete is the center of the sports universe. It's a rare opportunity for us to puff out our chests, knowing it's our guy in net, backstopping a nation.' … [Read more...] about Miller backstops a nation as a hero of Buffalo

'"We were the victims of a prank," Geist said later Friday when he returned with an update during the station's "Hardball with Chris Matthews" show. "Luckily, we have the real Ryan Miller."' … [Read more...] about MSNBC deked by phony Miller

'"With a good goalie in the zone, you're not going to score unless there's traffic," said Canada coach Mike Babcock. "We have to be at the net, get more second chances, more hard chances."' … [Read more...] about Canada will try to rattle Team USA’s goaltender Ryan Miller, but 29-year-old proves he’s best so far

'"All those fad diets, you throw 25 pounds of gear on and work out for three hours and you're going to be skinny," he chuckled. "I stopped worrying about it. My body works for me and I'm in pretty good shape."' … [Read more...] about Let’s hope it’s not Miller time

'As the hype builds for the Showdown Sunday redux between these intense border rivals, many can argue that Miller is the best goalie in the game today. He certainly has been the best goalie in the tournament. Of that, there is no argument.' … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller learns to deal with the spotlight

Ennis does it again for Pirates (Portland Press Herald) Pirates get back to their winning ways (Maine Hockey Journal) Pirates Post Overtime Win (PortlandPirates.com) nis, Pirates Hand Pack Another OT Loss (HartfordWolfPack.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Portland Coverage