'Buffalo also stayed alive in the Eastern Conference postseason race. The 10th-place Sabres have 44 points, just two fewer than the eighth-place New York Rangers, though they have played two more games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally to beat Bruins in shootout
Archives for April 18, 2013
In Boston, players and fans refuse to bow to terror fears
'“You put the trust in those people,” said Bruins forward and former Boston University standout Jay Pandolfo. “You want to continue to live your life. You don’t want to think too much about it. It might be in the back of your mind, but you know these people are going to do the best they can to look after you. That’s what we have to have faith in.”' … [Read more...] about In Boston, players and fans refuse to bow to terror fears
Third straight win puts Sabres in thick of playoff chase
'Show of hands … who thought the Sabres would still be in the postseason picture a week after their wretched 5-1 home loss to Montreal?' … [Read more...] about Third straight win puts Sabres in thick of playoff chase
Thursday's Boston Coverage
Bruins lose to Sabres in shootout, 3-2 (Boston Globe) Bruins fans not afraid to come out in full force (Boston Globe) For Boston, a time to heal, a time to play hockey (Boston Globe) Carl Soderberg takes practice skate with Bruins (Boston Globe) Everything but a B’s win (Boston Herald) Bergeron, Marchand make ‘special’ return (Boston Herald) Fans come out to support B’s, … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Boston Coverage
Sabres beat Bruins 3-2 in shootout
'Drew Stafford scored the only shootout goal after Cody Hodgson tipped in Thomas Vanek's pass on a power play to tie the game with 26.6 seconds left in regulation.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Bruins 3-2 in shootout
Lindy Ruff to coach Canada in world championship
'''I said I want to coach,'' Ruff said Wednesday. ''You're out of it a short period of time and you miss it. When you look at all the playoff races around and you're sitting on the outside, it's a hard thing to do as a coach. I'm excited to get back it. I had two great experiences working with Team Canada and really want to make this a third. Any time you get around world-class … [Read more...] about Lindy Ruff to coach Canada in world championship
Buffalo 3, Boston 2 (SO)
'"We're hanging around," said Hodgson. "Right from the start I don't think anybody really gave us a chance. Instead we're right in the race."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Boston 2 (SO)
Bruins fall to Sabres in emotional night for Boston
'"It was emotional for us, too. It's a scary situation and we're happy to see from all this terrible-ness that Boston has pride, Boston cares and the people are coming together. It's great," Miller added.' … [Read more...] about Bruins fall to Sabres in emotional night for Boston
Sabres Come Back for 3-2 Shootout Win
'The Bruins were trying to hang on to their one-goal lead when Andrew Ference was penalized for a delay of game call, sending the puck over the glass. With Miller on the bench and two extra skaters, Buffalo capitalized on another power play chance. Hodgson tapped it in with 26 seconds remaining in regulation. Following a scoreless overtime period -- one that featured excellent … [Read more...] about Sabres Come Back for 3-2 Shootout Win
Tough night in Boston
'For me, this turned into a road trip that will stay with me forever. While in Boston, I walked down to the site of the bombing. It was so strange to see Boylston Street, normally packed with people, so empty. Between visiting the site, witnessing the video tribute, the national anthem, and the energy and emotion of the fans at TD Garden, the last 30 hours have been an … [Read more...] about Tough night in Boston
Bruins clinch with shootout loss on emotional night
'When it came time for the game, the Bruins heard a playoff-caliber cheer, and after a moment of silence and video tribute to the victims, longtime Bruins anthem singer Rene Rancourt came out to play his usual role. But after a couple verses he quieted down, waved his arms and led the crowd in "The Star-Spangled Banner" with the 17,565 on hand providing the majority of the … [Read more...] about Bruins clinch with shootout loss on emotional night
Emotional rescue
'Drew Stafford scored the shootout winner in the third round, after Cody Hodgson had tied the game up on the power play with just 27 seconds left in regulation. Thomas Vanek also scored for Buffalo, while Dan Paille and Chris Kelly replied for the Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Emotional rescue
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Rochester Amerks' David Leggio leads fundraiser to help family (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Shuffling off from Buffalo (Saint John's Telegram) Amerks recall Catenacci and Knapp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage