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I worry those heavy hitters on Hershey might go after him.

They won’t take it from him, he’d have to volunteer to give it up.

I was hoping he would retire so the team didn’t feel obligated to resign him, and open another spot for a young talent or veteran they brought in. It will be awkward if they have to sit the captain because his play has slipped.

It’s because you’re used to the NHL where there are standards for lighting and tv broadcasts. AHL arenas are not set up to optimize tv broadcasts. On Sabres live it was announced that MSG will televise game 3 from Rochester Saturday, with Don Stevens and Brian Duff.

Eichel might get his name on the Cup before McDavid.

The game ended at 1:54 a.m. ET.

They wouldn’t sit someone who’s been there for the playoffs for a rookie, unless they lose a couple and need a spark. But he could practice with them like Nadeau is.

Edmonton had bad goaltending.

I think Dallas has the advantage in goal.

Too bad for Seattle, but I think Dallas will be a tougher opponent for Vegas.

Goalie Joseph Woll has been assigned to the Marlies. 😬

It’s game six; Vegas is up 3-2 in the series.

I believe ESPN has the rights for this round and beyond, so TNT & TBS aren’t an option. ABC has American Idol live.

ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball contractually takes precedence, the NHL game is on after.

Watching the game via Hulu. I thought the game was almost over and then realized it was just the end of 3rd. 😬

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They need good teams to draw even in traditional hockey markets. Look at how attendance went down in Buffalo. And the fastest way to improve is with a star player. Of course they then have to surround him with the right teammates.

They want the big market teams to do well so they boost tv ratings and ad revenues.

With Toronto gone, my last hope is that Edmonton gets eliminated. After that it’s just gravy, but I’d root for Florida to win the Cup.

Yeah baby! Nice play by Gudas to charge the net to tie up the D. Please sign him Kevin.

I’d like to know how ECHL Cincinnati fell apart so bad after having the 2nd best record in the league. They lost to Toledo tonight 9-2 and eliminated 4-0 in the series, outscored 21-7.

I’m afraid Florida is going to need another goal. Toronto is going to play desperate and will inevitably score.

I like how Florida gives the Toronto players a little shot after the whistles. Not enough to draw a penalty, just enough to make them think. I’d like to see more of that from the Sabres.