RuntheDamnBall Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 The Sabes are staring a three-game losing streak in the face. If they can't figure out some third period magic and come up with a tie, that does not bode well for this team's chances against the conference's premier teams in the playoffs. Four second period goals on Miller is not cool. Anyone watching this game got any dirt on whether these were just shots that were too good, defensive breakdowns, or if Miller is having confidence issues? Fingers crossed for Pominville and co. to get something rolling. We need a battle like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanNC Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 It's not Miller. The team in front of him in no way resembles the Sabres of just one week ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ofiba Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Put the rally caps on. 4-2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ofiba Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Don't take em off! 4-3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agilen Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Well, it ended there, 4-3. Good to see the boys not give up, but this is another tough loss to take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Well, it ended there, 4-3. Good to see the boys not give up, but this is another tough loss to take. 639578[/snapback] I'm the curse, I think. When i can't see the games, but listen on the internet, they do well. The few games I'm able to see, they lose. What should I do during the playoffs? (Not a real question, i know what you guys think. ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Ouch...they are starting to skid at the worst possible time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYGPopgun10 Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 The Rangers went through this a week ago. It sucked. Just gotta hope any kind of win gets ya back on track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Ouch...they are starting to skid at the worst possible time. 639699[/snapback] This season has been very enjoyable no question about it.... And yes, its is great that the Sabres matter again in March/April.... But I think reality will set in real quick...I hate to admit this...but that tool on tsn.ca that does the power rankings was probably right...the Sabres are NOT an elite team....very good, but not elite. 2nd round at best IMO. Nice job Darcy by shoring up the defense at the deadline...that 2nd round pick sure looks great on that blueline NOW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richNjoisy Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 This season has been very enjoyable no question about it.... And yes, its is great that the Sabres matter again in March/April.... But I think reality will set in real quick...I hate to admit this...but that tool on tsn.ca that does the power rankings was probably right...the Sabres are NOT an elite team....very good, but not elite. 2nd round at best IMO. Nice job Darcy by shoring up the defense at the deadline...that 2nd round pick sure looks great on that blueline NOW 639768[/snapback] Is it possible that the illness to Lindy Ruff's daughter has affected the team's morale? Does anyone have an update on her condition? I heard the Ruff was not behind the bench for the Trasher game on Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Is it possible that the illness to Lindy Ruff's daughter has affected the team's morale? Does anyone have an update on her condition? I heard the Ruff was not behind the bench for the Trasher game on Monday. 639773[/snapback] That is a good point Rich...I sure hope this Sabres team can snap out of this funk...maybe we were just spoiled with such a monster run... From what I read the surgery went well....that was great news to hear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Definately time to bring back the Blue & Gold uniforms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuntheDamnBall Posted March 23, 2006 Author Share Posted March 23, 2006 Whatever happened to that rumor? It was absolutely going to happen, then it was pushed off until the beginning of calendar year '06, now what? These guys need some new duds to bring on the pride and look sharp in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typical TBD Guy Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Is it possible that the illness to Lindy Ruff's daughter has affected the team's morale? Does anyone have an update on her condition? I heard the Ruff was not behind the bench for the Trasher game on Monday. 639773[/snapback] Sure it's possible, but my opinion is that Buffalo is simply not as good as Ottawa or Carolina. Until we get some better defensemen, we may be destined for a quick 2nd round playoff exit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted March 23, 2006 Share Posted March 23, 2006 Sure it's possible, but my opinion is that Buffalo is simply not as good as Ottawa or Carolina. Until we get some better defensemen, we may be destined for a quick 2nd round playoff exit. 640442[/snapback] I'll grant you that Ottawa is better than the Sabres. I will not agree that Carolina is simply better than the Sabres. Yes, Buffalo is 0-2-1 against the 'Canes this season, but have not even remotely been that badly outplayed by them. Heck, if Tallinder doesn't break his stick, even though Buffalo was outplayed that period, they probably get out of the 2nd down only 2-0. Carolina was out of gas in the 3rd. Remember, in 2000-'01, Philly beat Buffalo all 4 times they played in the regular season, twice by shutout. When the playoffs rolled around, Buffalo won in 6, with a 8-0 drubbing in Game 6. Just as Philly wasn't simply better than Buffalo in '01, Carolina won't walk over the Sabres either if they meet in the real season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Remember, in 2000-'01, Philly beat Buffalo all 4 times they played in the regular season, twice by shutout. When the playoffs rolled around, Buffalo won in 6, with a 8-0 drubbing in Game 6. Just as Philly wasn't simply better than Buffalo in '01, Carolina won't walk over the Sabres either if they meet in the real season. 640556[/snapback] You mean playoff hockey is different from the regular season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 You mean playoff hockey is different from the regular season? 641142[/snapback] Actually, I'm really looking forward to the playoffs this year, as I am expecting the refs who have been calling the games the tightest to be getting the assignments. High intensity with pointless hooks and holds called should make for some terrific hockey, especially if they aren't calling penalties on good clean checks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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