Archives for April 18, 2010

'"It's a huge boost," said Bruins defenseman Johnny Boychuk. "They haven't lost after leading by two periods and this is a big win. We showed some character and showed ways to get goals through [Miller]. You can't say much more than that."' … [Read more...] about Mistakes bring out Bruins’ best

'The Sabres not only squandered a lead entering the third period for the first time this season but also lost leading scorer Thomas Vanek(notes), who didn’t return after he hurt his left foot in the first period.' … [Read more...] about Chara, Ryder score 2 each as Bruins even series

'Buffalo goaltender Ryan Miller made 38 saves in Game 1, but he was beaten four times on 30 shots in Saturday's loss. Tyler Myers, Matt Ellis and Jason Pominville had the Sabres' goals.' … [Read more...] about Boston 5, Buffalo 3

'The Bruins tied it up 5:23 into the third. Michael Ryder finished off an odd-man rush -- converting a Blake Wheeler pass for his second of the game. Andrew Ference got the primary assist because Wheeler's pass went off of his skate before it got to Ryder. Boston took the lead just two minutes later. Chara picked up his second goal of the game on a shot from the left point … [Read more...] about Bruins Take Game Two; Vanek Injured

'Vanek had difficulty putting weight on his left foot as he attempted to get up. He hobbled to the Sabres bench and fell to his knees attempting to get through the gate.' … [Read more...] about Sabres LW Vanek hurts left foot against Bruins

'Vanek was racing up-ice on a rush when he was hit in the right leg by the stick of the Bruins' Johnny Boychuk, who was trailing by a stride. The pair slid into the end boards, and Vanek eventually skated off the ice appearing to favor his left leg.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek leaves game

Pirates sit in 2-0 hole (Portland Press Herald) Only the most loyal bothered to attend (Portland Press Herald) There was plenty of heat for a game played on ice (Portland Press Herald) Poor start leads to a poor finish for Pirates (Maine Hockey Journal) Luke Adam impresses Dineen in first pro game (Maine Hockey Journal) Monarchs Take a Bite Out of Pirates in Game 2 … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Portland Coverage