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Mike Augello: KULEMIN’S A KEEPER

11, Mar 2010

In a season where signs of improvement have been pretty scarce, the progress made by forward Nikolai Kulemin has been a high point. Early in the season, Kulemin was relegated mostly to checking line duties, but as the season has progressed, his ice time and his responsibilities have become more prominent. To this point, his 2009-10 offensive numbers (62 GP, 13 Goals, 12 Assists, 25 Points) have…

Jesse Connolly: B’s Blow Three Leads, Fall to Leafs in OT

10, Mar 2010

On Tuesday night in Toronto, the Maple Leafs erased three one-goal leads held by the opposing Bruins. When the Leafs finally jumped ahead on the scoreboard for the first time, their lead was safer than any the B’s had held throughout the entirety of the affair. Why, you ask? Well, Nikolai Kulemin’s go-ahead goal came with 50 seconds left in the overtime period. They don’t call it sudden death for…

Jesse Connolly: Bruins Will Battle Leafs Without Chara

9, Mar 2010

Phil Kessel can go ahead and thank his lucky stars, as Bruins’ captain Zdeno Chara will miss his first game of this season tonight. The B’s blueliner is suffering from a lower-body injury, keeping him from suiting up against the Maple Leafs.

Chara, who currently has five goals, 30 assists and a +6 rating on the year, proved be the other “shoe to drop” after the Bruins announced the emergency r…

Jon Jordan: The Heart of the Lightning is Hart-Worthy

9, Mar 2010

The hot topic right now for the Tampa Bay Lightning might be Steven Stamkos, thanks to the hot hand that has him on pace for a 51-goal sophomore season.

The impact of Steve Downie as a well-rounded force, offensively, physically and otherwise, might be the surprise story of their season.

And a reinvigorated Vincent Lecavalier down the stretch, sparked by the under-the-radar arrival of Teddy…

Andy Strickland: Can Blues Continue Push? Pierre Crosses Line

8, Mar 2010

The million dollar question among fans and media alike is whether or not the Blues can find a way to slide into the playoffs. It won’t be long before we find out.

It’s pretty hard to pick apart the way the Blues have been playing as of late. Winners of five of their last six games the Blues have once again asserted themselves into becoming part of the playoff picture.

When talking to B…

Howard Berger: Give Burke A Chance… For Two More Years

8, Mar 2010

TORONTO (Mar. 8) – If there is one aspect of day-to-day existence that has vehemently betrayed Brian Burke during his tenure as GM of the Maple Leafs, it is timing.

Well beyond hockey, we can only imagine Double-B pondering how things may have turned out for his family had son, Brendan, been driving in clear weather back on Feb. 5, rather than the blinding snowstorm that took the young man’…

Howard Berger: Give Burke A Chance… For Two More Years

8, Mar 2010

TORONTO (Mar. 8) – If there is one aspect of day-to-day existence that has vehemently betrayed Brian Burke during his tenure as GM of the Maple Leafs, it is timing.

Well beyond hockey, we can only imagine Double-B pondering just how differently things may have turned out for his family had son, Brendan, been driving in clear weather back on Feb. 5, rather than the blinding snowstorm that took…

Jesse Connolly: Cooke KO’s Savard, Bruins Fail to Respond

8, Mar 2010

There are times, especially in the great sport of hockey, when vengeance must be pushed to the back burner. For the Boston Bruins, Sunday’s tilt in Pittsburgh against the Penguins was not, in this writer’s humble opinion, one of those occasions. After a vicious elbow from Matt Cooke left Marc Savard, their star center, unconscious, the B’s proceeded to….

A) Rearrange Cooke’s kisser?
B) Pumme…

Mike Augello: SATURDAY NIGHT’S ALRIGHT FOR FIGHTIN’

7, Mar 2010

Last night’s 2-1 victory over the archrival Ottawa Senators was an encouraging moment for the post-trade deadline Toronto Maple Leafs. Jonas Gustavsson, who had not played well for over a month, stopped 22 shots in the 65 minutes of regulation and overtime, as well as not allowing a goal against Alexei Kovalev and Jason Spezza in the shootout. Phil Kessel, who has struggled to find the net recentl…

Bill Meltzer: Flyers Gameday: 3-7-10 vs. Maple Leafs

7, Mar 2010

PREVIEW (7:30 AM)

With losses in their last two games, it’s crucial for the Flyers to get back on the winning track in their fourth game of the post-Olympic stretch drive. Tonight, they return home to play the woeful Toronto Maple Leafs, who have already won a game against the Flyers this season (an ugly 4-0 shutout). Tonight’s tilt is the third of four meetings and marks the start of a four-ga…

Mike Augello: ONE LEFT, BUT NOT FOR LONG

6, Mar 2010

The aftermath of the March 3 trade deadline has left the Toronto Maple Leafs with a roster of unproven youngsters and journeymen to complete the remainder of the 2009-10 season. With the exception of Phil Kessel, the team has no legitimate scoring threats. They will have to hope that the opportunity for increased ice time to players such as Tyler Bozak, Christian Hanson, Nikolai Kuliman and the re…

Jon Jordan: A Must-Have

6, Mar 2010

So, the Jeff Vinik era as owner of the Tampa Bay Lightning got off to an 0-1 start with Thursday’s loss to Washington.

So what?

The Caps are, well, the Caps. And, though there was certainly some sloppiness, the Lightning hung tight in that game, battling back from several deficits and showing some real character throughout.

A timely save or two down the stretch would have aided the cau…

HockeyBuzz Wire: Recaps, Updated NHL Standings and Today’s Schedule for March 5, 2010

5, Mar 2010

18 teams were in action on Thursday night in the National Hockey League. Home teams finished with a sparkling 7-1-1 record, with the Stars suffering the only loss in regulation among the nine hosts.

HOCKEYBUZZ HIGH FIVE
#1Paul Kariya (STL) – 2g, 1a, +2 in 6-1 win over Stars
#2 Chris Mason (STL) – 29 saves, 1 GA in 6-1 win over Stars
#3 Scott Walker (WSH) – 2g, 0a, +2 in 5-4 win over L…

Jesse Connolly: Thornton Pleased to Chip in as Bruins Down Leafs for First Home Win in 2010

5, Mar 2010

It had been a long time coming for the Boston Bruins. After beginning the calendar year with an 0-6-3 record at the TD Garden, the B’s finally picked up a victory on home ice with a 3-2 shootout win over the disturbingly listless Toronto Maple Leafs.

Nine home tilts, two-plus months and a full 64 days had passed since the last time the Black and Gold came out on top in their own building. And…

Andy Strickland: Blues Turn Page On Plaushaj

3, Mar 2010

I think some fans are slightly shocked that the St. Louis Blues have so quickly moved on from a player who was so highly regarded just a few short months ago.

When you think about Aaron Palushaj, a former 2nd round pick out of Michigan, you think about a player the organization had categorized as a big part of the future moving forward.

I’ll never forget members of the management staff r…

Andy Strickland: Blues Turn Page On Palushaj

3, Mar 2010

I think some fans are slightly shocked that the St. Louis Blues have so quickly moved on from a player who was so highly regarded just a few short months ago.

When you think about Aaron Palushaj, a former 2nd round pick out of Michigan, you think about a player the organization had categorized as a big part of the future moving forward.

I’ll never forget members of the management staff r…

Shawn Gates: “What If…?” #18: Team “X” Had NOT Made Trade “Y” At The Deadline?

3, Mar 2010

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Mike Augello: LEAFS KNOW TEAMS THAT KABERLE WOULD WAIVE TO GO TO

3, Mar 2010

Per Nick Kypreos and Bruce Garrioch’s Twitter account, Tomas Kaberle is in play today and the Leafs know what teams he is willing to go to.

If this is true, it throws the trade market for a loop.

Stay tuned!!!

Mike Augello: UPDATE: CAPS PUTTING TOGETHER OFFER FOR KABERLE

3, Mar 2010

Per Howard Berger, the Washington Capitals are putting together an offer for Tomas Kaberle. The speculation is that Karl Alzner might be part of any offer.

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Per Nick Kypreos and Bruce Garrioch’s Twitter account, Tomas Kaberle is in play today and the Leafs know what teams he is willing to go to.

Jon Jordan: Deadline Day 2010: Live Chat With JJ – All Day, Right Here

3, Mar 2010

Hop in and out all day for trade deadline discussion, general puck chat, questions, comments and, with any luck, some breaking news from JJ …

We can even talk about last night’s 7-2 thumping the Lightning received from Philly, if we must. (Hey, at least we got another double dose of “Hammer Time”!

Deadline Day 2010 With JJ

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