Archives for October 2011

'Ehrhoff had described the game in the German capital before the first faceoff as a "huge experience." He also hopes a boost for the sport in this country: "In any case, the hockey gets a lot of interest this weekend." The DEL must try to "take a bit of euphoria."' … [Read more...] about ‘home win’ for Ehrhoff NHL Premiere in German

'For Vanek and his Buffalo Sabres were the guest performances in Europe a success. Vanek was in Berlin during a 4-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings even something like a home game. Some 2,000 Austrian fans were on hand cheered wildly and held on Vanek full with the 12,000 German fans.' … [Read more...] about Vanek with a perfect start, Grabner with false start

'In general, the atmosphere was terrific. Just three hours before the game is clearly the place filled to the o2 World. The jerseys the fans were almost as colorful as the nearby East Side Gallery. Also came to cheer the merchandise seller, whose souvenirs went like hot cakes on the counter. Already after the first third of this game, for example, the Caps were already sold … [Read more...] about NHL impressive night in Berlin

'"That was a great experience. As the fans have called my name, was simply indescribable," said Ehrhoff. And his Austrian team-mate, the approximately 2,000 fans were supportive of the home, said: "For the first three or four changes I get goose bumps."' … [Read more...] about Ehrhoff team kidnapped points premieres in Berlin

'That it can reach this year for the big throw is to Vanek sure, but the Austrians are well aware of:.. "We must find the right chemistry, it waits for hard work to us, and thus at the end of the Cup looks out needs, you happiness and health ".' … [Read more...] about With luck and good health – and Ehrhoff

'Thomas Vanek picked up right where he left off at the end of the 2010-11 regular season, finishing the night with three points (2+1) and a game-high nine shots. Vanek ended last season with consecutive three-point games, giving him nine points (6+3) in his last three regular season contests. Vanek played alongside Luke Adam and Jason Pominville for the first time in a regular … [Read more...] about The aftermath: Sabres 4, Ducks 1

Buffalo (1-0-0) at Los Angeles (1-0-0) (AP) Buffalo Sabres (1-0-0) at Los Angeles Kings (1-0-0) (The Sports Network) Sabres and Kings face off in Berlin (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Los Angeles Coverage

'"Overall, we can be pretty happy with our effort. It's definitely nice to get off to a good start," said captain Jason Pominville, who had a three-point night with a goal and two assists. "Our compete, our battles, everything we talked about was good. Our special teams were good. Millsie [Goalie Ryan Miller] right off the bat made some big saves to keep us in the game, and … [Read more...] about Sabres roll in season opener

'The two-hour flight touched down at 2:50 a.m. German time, and with another half-hour tacked on for unloading luggage, the buses didn't get rolling until 3:20 a.m. The traveling party arrived at the downtown hotel at 3:50 a.m., just 16 hours before their 8 p.m. faceoff with Los Angeles.' … [Read more...] about Baggage issue delays takeoff from Helsinki

'"We've got that here now," Pegula said. "We believe we can win. Just because you talk about it doesn't mean you're going to do it. I don't think anybody in here is foolish enough to believe it's going to happen just because you want it to, but it's definitely the way to start."' … [Read more...] about For Sabres, attitude is everything

'"To have that green light, it's nice," Tyler Myers said. "All the D-men have it. Obviously, you want to play defense first, but if we're on a rush bringing that fourth man in, that defenseman, it's part of our game."' … [Read more...] about Defensive on the offensive

'Oddly enough, the last three Stanley Cup champions all opened their campaigns overseas in the NHL Premiere Series. It's a good omen the Sabres, Ducks, New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings all hope holds again this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope to continue odd trend

'Pegula's story sounds like the one each generation passes to the next, but his wasn't born from fiction. He really did hitchhike 15 miles back and forth to school. He really did work at age 14, driving a truck in the mines when he was too young to have a license. He really did mind his manners, keep up his studies and put himself through college.' … [Read more...] about Humble beginnings frame Pegula’s path

'Ryan Miller walked in on the first day of training camp and said last year wasn't good enough. The goaltender failed to follow up on his "best goalie on the planet" season. He dedicated this summer to revitalizing his game and enhancing his personal life. He's ready to be elite again.' … [Read more...] about Four reasons for optimism/pessimism during 2011-12 season

'Roy joined Twitter during the offseason and has quickly become a fan favorite on the site, with nearly 22,000 people following his tweets. "I think it's great to be able to interact with the fans like that," Roy said during training camp. "They want to know so much about hockey and what's going on behind the scenes, how you get prepared, tips for kids."' … [Read more...] about 140 characters at a time