Mar
20
Sabres (7) vs. Lightning (4): You Went and Saved the Best for Last
March 20, 2008 |
Imagine a game where the Sabres enter the third period down 4-1 from a serious lack of energy and chances. The odds are against them, but we all have a little sense of hope. Then, two goals are scored in 16 seconds, followed by another three minutes later. A dream? Not at all. This was the exact scenario last night, and Buffalo didn’t just stop to tie the game: They scored three more times to take home a very important and hard-earned two points! Tampa Bay looked like they were going to pull off an easy win after skating all over HSBC Arena like they owned it. The strategy was to give them that false sense of security, and then strike at the 15:00 mark in the third period. It was, quite possibly, the most perfect comeback in a very long time. It also proved that the Sabres CAN stage a comeback in the third period. Even after struggling through the first two periods, they knew what they were capable of and did it.
Similarly, the last few games have simply been great hockey. Some might say it was a shame that the Buffalo Sabres waited until the end of the season to whip out all the talent, but we all can agree that it is better late than never! Maybe somebody went out and listened to a little Vanessa Williams… Add that song to the game playlist! The Sabres are still in a precarious situation, situated between Philadelphia and Washington in the ninth spot. Everything is going quite well, though, and does not appear to be slowing down. Word even has it that Numminen is skating with the team in practice! How I miss Teppo and his smile. The rest of the blueline is pretty banged up, yet I see no reason to panic. The only issue is being careful about pronouncing #3’s last name in an adrenaline-filled moment!
The Sabres take on the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday, March 21st, at 7:30 PM. Be prepared for another great rivalry, some possible fights, and more unbelievable hockey moments!