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Ruff says 'time is now' to end slump

Buffalo News — Whether it's been a fluky deflection, bad coverage, lousy goaltending, or some out-and-out giveaways by the defense, the Buffalo Sabres are watching the puck find a regular home in their net in lots of ways.
Buffalo Sabres4 hours ago

Briere remains sidelined with groin injury

Buffalo News — You won't have Daniel Briere to boo tonight in HSBC Arena. The former Buffalo Sabres co-captain was Public Enemy No. 1 during his two visits last season with the Philadelphia Flyers, as catcalls filled the building virtually every time he touched the puck because he bolted Buffalo via free agency in July 2007.
Buffalo Sabres4 hours ago

Sens shot down again

Ottawa Citizen — Alex Tanguay scored in a shootout to give the Montreal Canadiens a come-from-behind 3-2 win over the Ottawa Senators last night.
Ottawa Senators5 hours ago

Habs, Sens know how the other feels

Ottawa Citizen — Misery loves company, which explains the fascination with the Montreal Canadiens keeping company with the Senators last night.
Ottawa Senators5 hours ago

Sens shot down again

Ottawa Citizen — For the second game in a row, the Ottawa Senators distinguished themselves with a solid effort for 65 minutes, which was no small accomplishment considering the many sub-par, sloppy efforts they've had this young season.
Ottawa Senators5 hours ago

ISLANDERS: Veterans' return near

New York Newsday — This has nothing to do with scientists this week announcing a DNA technology that could bring woolly mammoths back to life. But the Islanders are about to experience the immediate return of one grizzled old veteran and the impending reappearance of another to the frozen tundra of NHL rinks.
New York Islanders6 hours ago

They're stocking up style points

Boston Globe — They can win ugly and they can win with grace. They can win smart and they'll take the lucky bounce, too. And look what coach Claude Julien's emphasis on team defense has done for the Bruins: It has sprung the offense.
Boston Bruins7 hours ago

Panthers thumbnails

Boston Globe — When, where: Tonight, 7, at TD Banknorth Garden. TV, radio: NESN, WBZ (1030). Goals: David Booth 8, Nathan Horton 6, Cory Stillman 5. Assists: Keith Ballard 8, Jay Bouwmeester 7, Stephen Weiss 7. Goaltending: Tomas Vokoun (4-9-0, 2.93 GAA), Craig Anderson (3-1-1, 2.08). Head to head: This is the first of four meetings. The Bruins were 2-1-1-0 vs. Florida last ...
Boston Bruins7 hours ago

CLEMMY HELPS DEVS FEEL RIGHT AT HOME

New York Post — It was almost as though they were playing in front of Martin Brodeur. For the first time since their franchise goalie went down, the Devils won Devils style. Visiting dignitaries complained of ennui, the visiting team left Newark pointless, and...
New Jersey Devils7 hours ago

ISLES CALL UP TWO PLAYERS

New York Post — The Islanders, who will be without Kyle Okposo (hand injury) tonight when they bring a season-high, three-game winning streak to Newark against the Devils, called up Mitch Fritz from Bridgeport yesterday to take his place. Fritz didn't pick up a...
New York Islanders7 hours ago

RANGERS LOOK TO REBOUND FROM EARLY GAME STRUGGLES

New York Post — Chris Drury said the Rangers have to play better at the beginning of games. Coach Tom Renney said the team has to show it can rebound from a rout. These were some of the assessments after the Rangers' ugly 6-3 loss to the Canucks Wednesday night...
New York Rangers7 hours ago

Kings Take Lead In Second, Defeat Capitals 5-2

ESPN Video — Alex Ovechkin's five-game goal streak was snapped with loss to Kings
Washington Capitals7 hours ago

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