Archives for October 12, 2010

They had all the momentum, and were primed to put the defending champs away, but instead of playing Chicago tight, Buffalo decided it was time to start a game of “pond hockey.” That’s a big mistake against when facing a team with talent the likes of Toews, Hossa, Kane, Keith, and Seabrook. Someone needs to stand up and take control of the reins here, because … [Read more...] about Panic Button Time?

'Sabres goalie Ryan Miller is urging the NHL to “wake up” and severely punish Chicago defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson for his blind-side hit that knocked out Buffalo forward Jason Pominville.' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 Miller urges NHL to act on hit on teammate

'"Everything happened so fast, but I thought it was a hit shoulder-to-shoulder," Hjalmarsson said. "My intention, obviously, wasn't to hurt him. Our doctor said he was up and walking, so that was a big relief. It's never fun to see a guy lying on the ice like that. It's good to know he's up walking."' … [Read more...] about Sabres blindsided by Hawks

'"There are so many things that are weird to you whether it's getting a call from Obama or people recognizing you on the street, all those things," Kane said. "It's the perk of who you are and the sport you play. But deep down, if you ask my family and friends, I don't think I've changed. I'm still a kid at heart. I'm out there, a kid playing hockey."' … [Read more...] about Kane learns how to deal with his fame

'"We wanted to come out strong and I thought we really had our legs moving right off the bat," Rivet said. "We got two quick goals [in the first 2:43] but they're a team that didn't let down. They kept pushing, kept working hard. Both teams had chances to score and they seemed to bury theirs."' … [Read more...] about Early momentum can’t be sustained

Blackhawks in the win column (Chicago Tribune) Hjalmarsson may get hit with suspension (Chicago Tribune) Photo gallery (Chicago Tribune) Hawks overcome Hjalmarsson's ejection to win (Chicago Sun Times) Crawford's late saves preserve first victory (Chicago Sun Times) After missing home opener, Sharp returns a winner (Chicago Sun Times) Hawks recap (Chicago Sun … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Chicago Coverage

'Crawford helped preserve the win with a sparkling left pad save on Buffalo forward Mike Grier’s attempt from the slot with just over 3 minutes to go, and the Blackhawks allowed just one shot during a Sabres power play that began with 2:28 to go and with Miller off for an extra attacker for the majority of the advantage.' … [Read more...] about Hossa scores twice in Blackhawks win over Buffalo

'Hossa netted his second of the contest 3:36 into the third when he fired a wrister past Miller on the glove side for a 4-2 game. However, Connolly answered less than two minutes later by jamming a loose put home from in close on the left side of the net.' … [Read more...] about Chicago 4, Buffalo 3

'For 15 minutes Pominville didn't move while on his back on the ice as emergency medical personnel and Sabres trainers slipped a flat board underneath him to get him on the stretcher, and his head and neck were stabilized. While he was wheeled off he was alert, moved his right arm and was seen talking.' … [Read more...] about Sabres RW Pominville leaves on stretcher

'Pominville suffered a concussion and cut above his eye on the play and did not return to the game, which Chicago won, 4-3.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Pominville leaves game on stretcher

'The Sabres were not the same team after Pominville's injury, and that proved the difference. Crawford was shaky right from the get-go, but was able to steady himself as the game went on and eventually get the victory. Chicago outshot the Sabres 17-10 in the second period, with many of Buffalo's coming late in the period. Don't forget, these two teams meet up again on … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Trip Up Sabres 4-3

'Ruff does not have a timetable for Pominville’s return to the ice. He believes that the forward will miss some time, but will have to pass several tests to be cleared for game action.' … [Read more...] about Pominville Leaves Ice On Stretcher; Suffers Concussion

'“That was bad. He’s not that type of player but he made a mistake obviously,” Ruff said of the Hawks defenseman. “He caught a player in a tough spot and it will be addressed."' … [Read more...] about Pominville suffers concussion

Jhonas Enroth makes his point (Portland Press Herald) Pirates take the Checkers in victory against Charlotte (Maine Hockey Journal) Pirates Blast Checkers (PortlandPirates.com) Checkers bested in Columbus Day Matinee (GoCheckers.com) Pirates rookie named week's best (TheAHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Portland Coverage