Corp000085 Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 7pm Just like october, i can't find a way that they could lose tonight. I hope the 4 day rest got some of the walking wounded better... Teppo sat out of a couple practices, so its safe to assume he's hurting a little... I'm also interested to see how they perform under adversity. Connolly's setback, Gaustad's surgery, the looming trade deadline. These are the underlying stories for tonight's game. Sabres always perform well under pressure, with their backs to the wall, and when they're being counted out. Unfortunately, i can't give an analysis on edmonton. haven't seen them play since the finals last year. Still, i see the sabres winning tonight, hopefully in regulation. Save the OT drama for the playoffs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffalOhio Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 Jeezus! Finally a game. I thought the season ended already and I missed it or something! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdexchange Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 Jeezus! Finally a game. I thought the season ended already and I missed it or something! I know, this stretch seemed sooooooooo long for some reason :angry: 4-2 good guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 Teppo sat out of a couple practices, so its safe to assume he's hurting a little Teppo appears to be right on schedule in showing signs of wear and tear. The one legitimate rap I've heard on Lindy over the years is that he effectively treats every veteran player like he's in the mold of Chris Chelios of Marty Brodeur -- i.e., that every guy is some freakish iron man who needs no rest, especially as he ages. I thought we would've learned this lesson last year. I specifically recall folks (fans, not front office people) talking about how they should bring Teppo back, but do so in a planned James Patrick role -- i.e., plan to sit him for certain stretches and let Paetsch play. I don't think the cap issues precluded that sort of plan -- I think Lindy just fell into playing Teppo every night, and doing so for ~22 minutes a game. On the one hand, you can't fault Lindy -- Teppo's a terrific and steadying influence on the back line. On the other hand, Lindy's set us up for an inevitable March/April-timed hip/groin/hamstring injury that removes, or reduces, Teppo as part of the post-season picture. While it's unlikely, any effort to acquire a Sean Hill/Eric Brewer/Aaron Miller seems like a good idea at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeleslyobvious Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 Teppo appears to be right on schedule in showing signs of wear and tear. The one legitimate rap I've heard on Lindy over the years is that he effectively treats every veteran player like he's in the mold of Chris Chelios of Marty Brodeur -- i.e., that every guy is some freakish iron man who needs no rest, especially as he ages. I thought we would've learned this lesson last year. I specifically recall folks (fans, not front office people) talking about how they should bring Teppo back, but do so in a planned James Patrick role -- i.e., plan to sit him for certain stretches and let Paetsch play. I don't think the cap issues precluded that sort of plan -- I think Lindy just fell into playing Teppo every night, and doing so for ~22 minutes a game. On the one hand, you can't fault Lindy -- Teppo's a terrific and steadying influence on the back line. On the other hand, Lindy's set us up for an inevitable March/April-timed hip/groin/hamstring injury that removes, or reduces, Teppo as part of the post-season picture. While it's unlikely, any effort to acquire a Sean Hill/Eric Brewer/Aaron Miller seems like a good idea at this point. Maybe Teppo sat out a few days so he doesn't get worn down? I think the Olympics and hectic schedule right after wore him down last year. A few days rest here and there should help avoid that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWarner Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 What kind of ceremony is planned for Roloson? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 What kind of ceremony is planned for Roloson? spot on - hilarious. it's my first game of the year tonight (!!!) -- so i look forward to the team's honoring rollie the goalie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson's Flow Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 this was a rough stretch of no hockey. i just cant wait for march when we play every other day. I have no idea what edmonton looks like this year, as they are on the west coast and we dont play them very often, but im sure they dont have a 4 day rest like we do. verdict : 4-2 sabres Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 I have no idea what edmonton looks like this year, Edmonton is Edmonton. I live near Dallas, and my favorite team in the Western Conference is the Red Wings, so I've seen a few Edmonton games. Just like every year, they get off to a slow start, then start overachieving- what the Sabres did last year is pretty much a normal Edmonton season. They are never the best in the West during the regular season, but they are a tough team to face in the playoffs. And this is the part of the regular season where they turn up the gain. I am hoping for a Sabres win, but they will need to play a little above their level to do so. For Edmonton to win, they will need to play a little above their level as well. Bottom line is that whoever gets up for this game will take it. I'll go with the good guys, 5-4 SO. Most of the goals will be scored in the 3rd period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two or less Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 4-1 Buffalo. Edmonton's season comes to a crashing end on their current 7 game roadie..... when they get home, they'll be sellers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickshaw Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 11 years without a win at home over edmonton. need to change that tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 OilFans.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 OilFans.com Not a very optimistic bunch, are they... Always interesting to read other teams' fans' perspective; for all of the pissing and moaning that goes on over here you'd think the Sabres were struggling to get the 8th seed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson's Flow Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 OilFans.com wow. its not often half of their fans are predicting a sabres massacre over their team. the depressants in edmonton must be way stronger than back in the states. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomTom Posted February 15, 2007 Report Share Posted February 15, 2007 Looking forward to a god game tonight,hope the sabres come out strong and win this one. Paille,Drury,Kotalik!!!! OH YA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
im4bflo Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Finally some hockey!!! "LET'S GO! BUF-FA-LO!" :beer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopsGuy Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Is it me or did it take 10:45 to play the first 10:00? Hardly a stoppage until the goal, a beauty BTW. Let's see if the boys regroup. These stoppages to pay the bills are a bit annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumishot Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 were gettin run over right now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpandean Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 The Oilers look like they're on speed. I don't know if they will be able to keep that pace up all game, but they seem to be playing like they're down a goal with 2 minutes to go. I half expect them to pull Rollie ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumishot Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 thanks andrew....now u can relax ok well were not down bad, i just hope they get their shnit together and come out firing... seems like the puck is bouncing off their sticks when they get a chance, i think max whiffed on two... vanek missed an easy pass, hopefully its just cobwebs.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_sauve28 Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 That Ryan Smyth sure is a good hockey player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted February 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 the sabres absolutely did not have their legs that period. looking for better things in the 2nd. I'm glad we hung with them t hough. That intermission piece on ryan miller's steadfast foundation was great. RJ sports the heart bedazzled glasses with gusto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumishot Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 hereeee weee goooo..sounds like lots of oiler fans forsberg to nashville huh wow nice play, better save Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopsGuy Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Outplaying them. Just nothing on the board. Oughtta be a song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob_sauve28 Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Oh Boy!!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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