NeverForgetMac25

That certainly helps. Here's hoping he not rusty and doesn't re-injure himself.

QFT

This was the example I was going to use for Don Corleone. Konstantinov's center ice hit against the Flyers in the 97 finals was against a player who didn't "have" the puck, but it was in the vicinity. As long as the puck is near the player, and the hit was within the rules of the game, its not a penalty. Thus Lilja's hit was fine, and a good one at that. See Above

Lilja hit Grier from the side before the period ended. Even the refs saw nothing wrong with it.

The last scheduled game of round 2 was scheduled for Wednesday. *Generally* the next round starts 2 days after the final scheduled game 7 of each round. I would put my money that the Conference Finals will begin on Friday (May 11th).

The thread starter. I wasn't referring to you Salviaman.

Sidenote: Saying the Sabres have played picture perfect doesn't coincide with your analysis of them being outplayed by the Rangers.

If the big line in Ottawa can keep things rolling and Emery continues his stellar play, I actually like the Sens in 7. Buffalo just hasn't been too impressive recently.

Seriously, these are awesome!

Just like the entire Red Wing core would be eaten up by the big, strong Sharks?

And aside from a little physical play, Sammy hasn't done much either. One PP goal after 27 shots isn't exactly success. I already stated that I am pleased with Sammy's physical play so far this series, its his offensive prowess I'd like to see greatly improved (which Hudler has already shown he's capable of in this playoff year). You can't just give one game as an example of Hudler's overall play. If that was the case, you could rip every single Red Wing for one bad game or another in these playoffs alone. Edit: Spelling

Fine, I'll be the guy that brings down the thread. I'll give no kudos to Sammy. While he may be playing more physical, I still don't think he's brought anything of real value to the table these playoffs. 1 goal (on the PP no less) on 27 shots, which is 3.7% doesn't deserve any kudos if you ask me. True, he's helping out in other ways, such as physicality against a big, physical SJ offense, but he's not helping out in the scoring department practically at all. I'd rather have Hudler out there.

I love that the Rangers salute the crowd win or lose. Extremely classy.

What an awesome crowd! Cheering "Let's Go Rangers!" even after the game and series has ended.

Final score 5-4 Series over - Buffalo wins 4-2

MSG is ELECTRIC!

This has been a wild third!

Holy Hell!

Buffalo scores 5-3

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Who else just saw that?

Miller and Jagr with matching minors. That leaves the Rangers with the short end of the stick.

Sabres PP over

.....and Jagr nullifies the penalty.

I noticed that as well. I just checked my settings to make sure it wasn't on my end, but its definitely some mixup with LGW. Matt will take care of it soon enough.

Rangers PP coming!