Happy Friday, everyone! And finally, after almost a week off, the Sabres are in action again tonight against Columbus. Read all about the new lines in the Sabres Edge link below.
Lindy looking for line sparks – Sabres Edge
The Sabres will trot out new combinations on three of their four lines Friday when they host the Blue Jackets, and the reasoning is quite simple: The team that is averaging fewer than 2.5 goals per game wants to score more.
NOTEBOOK: STAFFORD SET TO RETURN – News
The newly-formed line of Luke Adam centering Jason Pominville and Drew Stafford remained intact during Thursday’s practice.
HAMILTON: Sabres Are Not Pegula’s Yet – WGR 550
Sabres owner Tom Golisano has indeed been in serious talks with Terry Pegula to sell the team to him. There has been no letter of intent signed. As of Wednesday, Golisano hadn’t even reviewed a formal offer from Pegula.
Police recover stolen Pat Burns items as community rallies – Puck Daddy
News that the widow of NHL coaching great Pat Burns had her car looted hours after his memorial service on Monday was equal parts depressing and deplorable. The aftermath has been inspirational and, today, somewhat optimistic.
If you can’t stand the Heatley – The Globe and Mail
Ottawa fans play the blame game ahead of San Jose sniper’s return to Ottawa.
5 Interesting Details from the 2010 Forbes NHL Team Valuations – The Hockey Writers
Forbes has released their annual NHL franchise valuations for 2010 and, for the most part, results were as anticipated.
Not even Christmas changes rink-build schedule for 2011 Winter Classic – NHL.com
It will be another race against the clock for Dan Craig and his top-notch crew in charge of building the rink for the 2011 Winter Classic.