Sabres vs. Flyers: Game Seven Practice Update
by Andy Boron on Apr 26, 2011 12:08 PM EDT
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PrintSabres Practice Update Update: Contrary to what was posted here before, Jordan Leopold did not skate this morning, making Andrej Sekera the sixth defenseman. There were conflicting reports and in my crazy person mental state I misunderstood the meaning of one. I'll now do fifty Hail Ricos as penance.
The Sabres practice this morning had a few new lines thanks to fresh faces and possible injuries. I should stress that this doesn't guarentee that anybody is or isn't playing tonight, but seeing as how I'm pacing back and forth at work developing an ulcer while waiting for this game to start, I figured you guys wouldn't mind a little extra info.
First the possible returnees: Derek Roy was skating, but not with Thomas Vanek as many people thought - he was centering Staford and Ennis; Roy has since confirmed that he is playing tonight. Jochen Hecht was also on the ice playing on the wing for Niedermayer and Vanek. Mark Mancari rejoined the active roster, having been reunited with former linemates Paul Gaustad and Nathan Gerbe, though neither Hecht nor Mancari would say 100% whether or not they were in tonight and neither would Lindy Ruff. Finally, Andrej Sekera was on the ice as the sixth defenseman.
Notable absences (other than Tim Connolly and Jason Pominville) included Mike Grier and Patrick Kaleta, and no word was given either yesterday or today as to their availability as Lindy Ruff merely joked that "I took Kaleta out for counseling." Most media covering the team is speculating (again, speculating) that they will both be out tonight. Jordan Leopold also did not skate, with Sekera recieving practice time as his replacement. Ruff said that Leopold would be a game-time decision. Here's how all four lines looked today, according to the Sabres Edge blog:
Gerbe-Gaustad-Mancari
Ennis-Roy-Stafford
Vanek-Niedermayer-Hecht
Ellis-McCormick-Boyes
Mike Harrington also noted that the power play units have been shuffled with the loss of #19 and 29, though Roy did practice with the second unit. Tyler Myers may actually play on both PP units tonight, though Mark Mancari was also given a little time on the point for the second unit, along with Butler.
Game Seven starts in 7.5 hours.
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With the addition of Playoff Niedermayer and Roy, we actually don’t’ need another center. Strange i know.
On the Mike Weber bandwagon!
Sabres took the scenic route, but they still MADE IT TO THE PLAYOFFS!!!1
“Playoff Niedermayer”
Just that made me laugh. So true. It’s like he evolved.
"What wins the majority of the time is blocking, tackling, throwin', catchin' and kickin" - Chan Gailey
by dragonwag0n on Apr 26, 2011 1:34 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Ruff isn’t afraid to change his lines from practice to game (or in the middle of a game) but I agree that the need for Hecht to play center is minimized with Roy’s return. Would he really be a mroe effective fourth line center than McCormick? Because he’s not cracking the top 3 centers right now, as sad as that is.
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What injury did Hecht have anyway? i can’t even remember.
On the Mike Weber bandwagon!
Sabres took the scenic route, but they still MADE IT TO THE PLAYOFFS!!!1
True, true...
Id rather have Hecht in the top 9, other than centering the 4th line. Pretty happy about him coming back for the PK tho with Connolly goind down.
Lets Go Buff a lo!!!
seeing as how I’m pacing back and forth at work developing an ulcer while waiting for this game to start
totally feeling you on that one bro
"Just when I think you couldn't possibly be any dumber....you go and do something like this....and totally redeem yourself!"
I actually am… i’m gonna have to go home from work sick…
On the Mike Weber bandwagon!
Sabres took the scenic route, but they still MADE IT TO THE PLAYOFFS!!!1
lol
I know the feeling!
If the penalty calls are even, then we have a great chance. I do feel we have been thoroughly outplayed 5-on-5 for the most part, but in a Game 7 I will take Miller over Boucher any day.
"Slide DiMaggio, slide!" "Hey, my name isn't DiMaggio, my name is mm..mmmm...mmm....mud."
That’s the thought that’s keeping me optimistic. It’s a one-game playoff, and we’ve got Ryan Miller.
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I really like these lines....
and I like Roy not being with Vanek. Even though they have a lot of history together, Vanek has looked so good in the second half of the year without Roy. He carries the puck more, and is more of a playmaker that goal scorer without him. I would rather have them split up, so their talents can be spread more evenly throughout our team, instead of all stacked on one line.
"We’re gonna win the Stanley Cup. Then, you know what, we’re gonna win it again,"
-Terry Pegula
We know of the new D-pairings?
Or is Sekera just inserted for Leopold at the moment? I’m assuming its the same, just with Sekera in.
"We’re gonna win the Stanley Cup. Then, you know what, we’re gonna win it again,"
-Terry Pegula
TBN didn't say but
I would imagine Myers-Butler stay together, but after that who knows. Leopold may still play, so it could be a moot point.
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AHHHHHHHHHHHHH
TIME TO RIP OFF RICHARDS HEAD AND CRAP DOWN HIS NECK!!!!!!!
RETRIBUTION IS AT HAND!!! BRING THE SACRIFICIAL GOALIES TO THE ALTAR OF THE GOAL CREASE!!!!!
NO MERCY!!! AVENGE POMMINVILLE!!! AVENGE CONNOLLY!!!!
GAME 7 GAME 7 GAME 7 GAME 7 GAME 7 GAME 7
WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN
by Munchausen on Apr 26, 2011 2:06 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I must’ve forgotten to include this post-practice quote from Derek Roy in the article.
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by Andy Boron on Apr 26, 2011 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions 5 recs
Butler.....
He better not blow this game
by LetsGoBuffalo23 on Apr 26, 2011 2:46 PM EDT reply actions
Drink something
a lot of something
It will give you an excuse at least
The Sabres outplayed the Cryers, er, Flyers last game. I doubt seriously if they will lose to the Flyers again
Besides, I have my new Sabre’s hat to wear to watch thegame
I promise not to wear my Canes sweater though…..
only for about the first period
Proud provider of the PECO Power Play.
by coheedandtbs on Apr 26, 2011 4:28 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m hoping that my new hat helps too.
by Moiax on Apr 26, 2011 5:46 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
did I miss something? What happened to Leopold?
"Who else but Chris Drury!" - 2007
"Who else but...... um... yea.. about that.." 2010
He was rushed back into service and his hand is probably still bothering him. Game-time decision.
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Not to mention the facial injury last game.
Looked like he might have lost a few teeth.
by twoeightnine on Apr 26, 2011 5:19 PM EDT up reply actions
The only Game 7 victory in Buffalo Sabres history was won in overtime a #26
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QekOFHFThc
On this 26th Day of April, Let’s hope our #26 carries us into the next round. Let’s go Buff-A-Lo.
"Who else but Chris Drury!" - 2007
"Who else but...... um... yea.. about that.." 2010
I only bought groceries that had Sabres numbers as sell-by dates. Bread’s gonna go stale soon, but totally worth it.
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Yes.
Same design just with the swords replaced by Buffalo. Hasnt worn it yet.
by twoeightnine on Apr 26, 2011 5:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Paul Hamilton is reporting:
dont be surprised to see Sekera and Leopold in tonight with Monts being the scratch.
Lets Go Buff a lo!!!
80 mins left
To puck drop.
A few hours more in Flyers’ season.
by Munchausen on Apr 26, 2011 6:10 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Whats the over under on Boosh getting pulled after the first?
eh?
Drinking the Pegul-Aid since 2011
Get Well Soon Tim!!
Hehe just figured out how to post pictures here so Im going crazy
eh?
Drinking the Pegul-Aid since 2011
Get Well Soon Tim!!
Make sure to add a title though.
It allows people to click on it to minimize the pics, otherwise threads can draaaaaaaaaaaaag.
by twoeightnine on Apr 26, 2011 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
WAS IT OVER WHEN THE GERMAN BOMBED PEARL HARBOR!!!!
NOTHING IS OVER UNTIL WE SAY IT IS!!!
THEY’RE ALL DEAD!!!
BRIERE?? DEAD!!
RICHARDS?? DEAD!!!!!
NIEDERMAYER??? Oh, wait a minute…
Fuck this shit I'm going to the bar.
Then my lucky girl’s place. So far we’re two for two doing this. And she doesn’t even like hockey.
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