Saturday, April 09, 2011

Fans Appreciate...

Sabres Fan - The Buffalo Sabres are headed into the playoffs!  After defeating the Flyers 4-3 in overtime, friday night at HSBC Arena, they clinched.  Gerbe scored two goals, Vanek scored the winner and Miller returned from injury to shutout Philly.  Who they play in Round 1 and when won't be known until Sunday evening when the NHL season ends.  The team plays its last regular season game tonite, in Columbus at 7PM, and could finish in 6th or 7th in the conference standings.

New owner Terry Pegula celebrated his hockey heaven dream with fans.  It began with a huge tailgate party in the plaza, the red carpet return of 80 alumni players and a home victory that clinched a post season berth.  The excitement from the team and organization has lifted WNY to a level of joy not seen in many years.  Happy days are here again.  Go Sabres!

Ryan Miller - Buffalo Sabres 2010 / 2011 NHL 8x10 Photo (studio)