Archives for January 2008

'The length of timeouts could vary based on the weather and ice conditions. If the game reaches a shootout, goaltenders can choose to defend either goal or the same goal.' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic notebook

'Winds: WNW at 20-30 mph - occasionally gusting to 40 mph.' … [Read more...] about Today’s game

'It was hard not to get swept up in the excitement, with the brand new ice glistening, a bit of a nip in the air and a light dusting of snow.' … [Read more...] about Take it outside, gentlemen

'The weather and the preparations for it dominated the scrums yesterday, although wind and snow (and possibly rain) are the concerns at this game, not the cold. Some players wore balaclavas under their helmets at practice and both Sabres goaltenders, Ryan Miller and Jocelyn Thibault, wore the balaclavas plus tuques on the outside of their masks.' … [Read more...] about Hockey’s biggest stage

'"I understand a pretty big swath is going to come through," said NHL ice man Dan Craig. "But I think we're going to squeeze under the wire with this one," he said of the freezing rain and wind which is being predicted for later in the day.' … [Read more...] about Snowstorm on the way

'"It's unbelievable. It's about being in the right place at the right time. I think it's so cool to play one in Canada and one in the U.S., one in a CFL stadium and one in an NFL stadium. It would also be nice to say I won one and lost one."' … [Read more...] about Deja vu for ex-Oilers

Pens' outdoor game could break the ice for others (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) 2007 Winter Classic Photo Journal (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins strike a pose (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Scouting the Sabres (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Sid played outside as a Kid (Beaver County Times) Record crowd expected for Sabres, Penguins in outdoor game (Sportsticker) Pens To Battle … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage

'Question is, will anyone watch? And if they do, will they like it, and will the league turn the Winter Classic into an annual event?' … [Read more...] about Great outdoors

'“You’re representing the National Hockey League in a lot of homes that don’t normally pay attention,” said Sabres goaltender Ryan Miller, who will wear a cap under his helmet and another winter hat on top of it to ward off the cold. It is expected to be 32 degrees at game time.' … [Read more...] about Outdoor Game a Reminder of Roots, but Also a Peek at the Sport&#8217s Future

'"Halfway through practice, I looked at our practice sheet and I said, 'We got to get rid of our last couple of drills and just let them scrimmage, get back to playing a little pond hockey for 10 minutes,'" Ruff said.' … [Read more...] about Outdoor air brings ‘kid’ out of Sabres, Penguins

'The weather changed from this morning, and within the hour it changed again. So now we are really learning what our machinery can do to react -- and how quickly it reacts.' … [Read more...] about Iceman

'Pominville led the team in points for the month, yes. But his ability to stay out of the penalty box is ultra-impressive. Zero penalty minutes all month meant that one of Buffalo's best penalty killers was available every time. Welcome to the No. 1 spot. Now all we need is for you to score some goals yourself.' … [Read more...] about Pominville has a December to Remember

'"We can adjust for it, but it's going to do what it's going to do," said Miller after a practice Monday on the outdoor rink. "I guess we're hearing it's going to be a little chilly and a little windy. Both teams are going to have to contend with either going with the wind when they're skating or they're going to have it at their back and feel like they're flying."' … [Read more...] about Stage is set for Sabres-Penguins outdoor extravaganza

'"We take that very seriously. Everyone's going to try to be on top of their game," said Sabres' goaltender Ryan Miller in an interview with The Hockey News. "We try every night, but sometimes there are those guys who like to be on the grand stage. We've got some really talented guys who have performed great in tight situations, a lot of players who like that stage."' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic will represent the Pride of Western New York

'I think we'll have good focus. I mean, we've talked about ? first and foremost I told them, I want you to have fun today. We'll have fun with practice. Then we got to focus on winning a game, you know, in a different venue. But obviously it's important for us to win a hockey game. You know, that falls on my shoulders, to make sure they're focused when the game starts. But to … [Read more...] about The party begins