Daily Links for Saturday, Dec. 5

by Andy Boron on Dec 5, 2009 6:00 AM EST in Daily Links Comment 6 comments

It's Hockey Night in Buffalo tonight, with the Sabres hosting the slumping Rangers. Make sure you check after the break to check out our daily hockey gift idea and to see who got fired yesterday (hint: it rhymes with Schmon Schmevens.)

Rangers at Sabres - Game Previews | nhl.com
A preview of tonight's game from the big daddy site.

NOTEBOOK: NO TIMETABLE FOR BUTLER | Buffalo Sabres
Some words on the internet about Butler's return, the recent scoring binge, Lalime's Portland debut, and a chance to get an original Aud brick signed by Gil Perreault.

Sekera proving to be a tough out | Buffalo Sabres
The Buffalo News must be reading Rafal's articles, because today they posted this look at how Sekera has played his way into the lineup and is making it tough for Ruff to scratch him.

Flyers fire John Stevens as coach, hire Peter Laviolette | ESPN
The Flyers got off to a good start, but have failed to live up to the Stanley Cup aspirations that many experts (and fans) had of them. Laviolette was still under contract from Carolina after getting fired by hem in December 2008, but received permission to peak to Philly by th Carolina brass.

Shanahan joins NHL offices in executive role | TSN.com
Brendan Shanahan didn't stay retired for long. The three-time Stanley Cup champion was named the NHL's vice-president of hockey and business development Thursday, less than three weeks after ending his 22-year playing career.

Hockey Gifts: Hockey Tie Edition
If you've got a hockey dad in your house, he should already have at least one hockey tie in his closet. If he doesn't (or if he just needs more) then click the link above to take you to hockeygear.com and some nice, subtle hockey-themed ties. For a classy Buffalo Sabres tie, check out this link.

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Man, our retro jerseys are so sharp. I wish they were our first jerseys. Stupid slug!

by Traver on Dec 5, 2009 8:43 AM EST reply actions

no doubt.

"I don't know how to explain it but we seem to find eachother on the ice and make things happen... Yeah. Pass, shoot, score... Yeah. Pass.. Shoot.. And score."

by bflo on Dec 5, 2009 9:13 AM EST up reply actions

Thanks Andy

For the shout-out on my Sekera piece. Nice job with the links as usual.

by Rafal Ladysz on Dec 5, 2009 12:23 PM EST reply actions

Lalime

He’s probably better off getting a couple starts in Portland so he doesn’t have to jump in cold with the Sabres. Tough schedule coming up – Devils, Caps, and Hawks all in a row. I wouldn’t be surprised if Lalime came back up for the start at the Rangers next Saturday.

by Frank Reich Revolution on Dec 5, 2009 3:05 PM EST reply actions

I just hope he isn’t playing on Monday against NJ, because I have tickets and really wanted to see Miller play. Its bad enough that Gaustad (favorite player) is injured. I only get to go to a couple games per season so I hope the Sabres can keep up the strong play and put on a good show.

But for road games, I’d love to see Miller get a rest now and then. Hopefully the conditioning helps Lalime. Looks like he lost in a shootout last night, 3-2. He needs to win tonight for Portland, to prove that he can at least out-duel an AHL goalie…. We’ll see.

by lassathrax on Dec 5, 2009 6:34 PM EST up reply actions

Lalime went 0-1-1 in his 2-game conditioning assignment with Portland, losing 3-2 in a shootout and 4-3 in regulation, both to the Providence Bruins. In the shootout loss he made 41 saves and was named first star. In the regulation loss, his numbers looked much less promising. Hopefully the action helped him warm up for the big club, he needs a win to restore some confidence from the coaching staff and fanbase.

by lassathrax on Dec 6, 2009 11:20 AM EST reply actions