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Mar 1, 2008 1:04 AM CST

Habs, Plekanec Surpass Sabres

As Plekanec's hat trick, plus three more give Montreal a one point advantage over Ottawa in the Northeast

(Newser) - Though three was the important number for Tomas Plekanec last night, one is Montreal's magic number following a 6-2 pounding of Buffalo, the Montreal Gazette reports. Plekanec earned his first NHL hat trick, propelling the Habs to one point ahead of the reeling Senators in the Northeast Division, and one...

Sharks Take Bite Out of Wings

Feb 29, 2008 11:42 PM CST

Sharks Take Bite Out of Wings

Hasek appears rusty in return between the pipes for Detroit

(Newser) - Dominik Hasek returned from a three-week layoff thanks to a hip injury, and was greeted with a goal by Joe Pavelski on the first shot he faced in a 3-2 home loss to San Jose. Rookie Devin Setoguchi, called up from the minors on Thursday, had the Sharks' other two...

Stars Cash in on Trade to Beat Blackhawks

Feb 29, 2008 3:52 AM CST

Stars Cash in on Trade to Beat Blackhawks

Coyotes finish sweep of Blues, Islanders crush Thrashers' comeback

(Newser) - Niklas Hagman's hat trick for Dallas was eclipsed by new acquisition Brad Richards' five assists against a Chicago team that had also tried to nab him. After the Stars' 7-4 win, Richards can be glad the trade sent him where it did. "I'm just so happy to be a...

Ottawa Tumbles in Murray's Return

Feb 28, 2008 10:41 PM CST

Ottawa Tumbles in Murray's Return

Hossa also has painful Penguins debut; Rangers roll

(Newser) - Bryan Murray returned to coach for the Senators for the first time since the 2007 finals, but the early results weren't encouraging, as the Flyers won 3-1. Jason Spezza scored the lone goal for Ottawa, then was promptly ejected for fighting with Philly goalie Martin Biron. Mike Knuble and Scottie...

SO Win Brings Avs Into Reach of Playoffs

Feb 28, 2008 5:00 AM CST

SO Win Brings Avs Into Reach of Playoffs

Maple Leafs out shoot Panthers in extra time, 'Hawks blank Coyotes

(Newser) - Two shootout goals left Colorado with another extra-time win in a 3-1-1 road trip, this time 3-2 in Vancouver. The Avalanche forced overtime with a Joe Sakic goal with 15 seconds to go, and Sakic and Marek Svatos got past Roberto Luongo in the shootout, the Rocky Mountain News reports....

Wild Snap Skid, Edge Lightning

Feb 28, 2008 12:08 AM CST

Wild Snap Skid, Edge Lightning

Reclaim top spot of Northwest Division with 3-2 win

(Newser) - Despite a tense final ten minutes, Minnesota survived the third period against Tampa last night, holding on 3-2. The win, the Wilds' first in regulation since February 2nd, put a much needed end to a four game losing streak, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. "I will have a...

Bernier Leads Sabres Past Preds

Feb 27, 2008 10:00 PM CST

Bernier Leads Sabres Past Preds

Newest acquisition has big game in Buffalo debut

(Newser) - Newly-acquired winger Steve Bernier scored on his first two shots in his new uniform to lead the Buffalo Sabres past the Nashville Predators 8-4. The Quebec native, who also added an assist for his new club, was traded from San Jose yesterday for All-Star defenseman Brian Campbell. Buffalo's Toni Lydman...

Wings Tap Soaring Rally, Crashing Defeat

Feb 27, 2008 4:06 AM CST

Wings Tap Soaring Rally, Crashing Defeat

Three 3rd-period goals wasted as Oilers prevail 4-3 after shootout

(Newser) - The Red Wings' downward spiral almost looked as though it had reversed itself last night, when the team managed three unanswered third-period goals to take the lead over the Oilers. But Edmonton's tying goal with 29 seconds left, followed by a scoreless overtime period, put the advantage squarely with the...

With Foote on Hand, Avalanche Beat Flames

Feb 27, 2008 3:57 AM CST

With Foote on Hand, Avalanche Beat Flames

Stastny's assist and winning goal snag Colorado 3-2 OT victory

(Newser) - Adam Foote didn't get any points in last night's 3-2 defeat of the Flames, but the former and once again current Avalanche boosted team spirits just by taking the ice, reports the Rocky Mountain News. "You could see the smiles on everyone's faces," said coach Joel Quenneville. They...

Thomas, Bruins Shutout Senators

Feb 26, 2008 11:04 PM CST

Thomas, Bruins Shutout Senators

Third period flurry pushes Habs past Thrashers, Stars best Blues

(Newser) - Tim Thomas stopped 22 shots to earn his second shutout of the season and led the Boston Bruins to a 4-0 victory over the Ottawa Senators. Zdeno Chara had two of the Boston goals; David Krejci also scored his first NHL goal. Ottawa, who leads the league in scoring, has...

Conklin Has 50 Saves as Pens Beat Isles

Feb 26, 2008 11:01 PM CST

Conklin Has 50 Saves as Pens Beat Isles

Hurricanes top Devils in overtime, Laich has 4 points in Caps win over Wild

(Newser) - Ty Conklin had a career-best 50 saves in the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 victory over the New York Islanders. Jeff Taffe had a goal and an assist for the Penguins, who were short several men because of blockbuster trade. Pittsburgh made the biggest move at the deadline by acquiring star forward...

Flyers Win, Snap 10-game Slide

Feb 26, 2008 6:29 AM CST

Flyers Win, Snap 10-game Slide

Philadelphia earns 4-3 victory over Buffalo in shootout

(Newser) - It wasn’t pretty, but the Philadelphia Flyers’ 10-game losing streak has finally ended. Daneil Briere beat his former teammate Ryan Miller in the shootout to give Philadelphia a 4-3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres; with the win the Flyers avoided setting a record for most consecutive losses. Jason Pominville...

High-Flying Leafs Crush Senators 5-0

Feb 26, 2008 4:00 AM CST

High-Flying Leafs Crush Senators 5-0

Toronto embarrasses Ottawa in flurry of goals

(Newser) - Ottawa added some intrigue to today's trade deadline after barely showing up in a 5-0 loss to the rival Maple Leafs last night, reports the Ottawa Citizen. Toronto captain Mats Sundin, who refused to waive a no-trade clause last weekend, opened the scoring, and his teammates followed with a four-goal...

Ducks' Hats Off to Selanne in Win Over Hawks

Feb 25, 2008 3:24 AM CST

Ducks' Hats Off to Selanne in Win Over Hawks

Oilers stun Avalanche in 3-2 comeback, Coyotes blank Blues 2-0

(Newser) - Anaheim is glad, very glad, that Teemu Selanne came out of retirement. The right wing bagged a hat trick that pushed him past Maurice "Rocket" Richard to No. 25 on the list of all-time scorers. Selanne's two assists also didn't hurt in the Ducks' 6-3 trouncing of the Blackhawks,...

Devils Remain Red Hot, Edge Capitals

Feb 24, 2008 8:03 PM CST

Devils Remain Red Hot, Edge Capitals

Elsewhere, Flames and Sharks both post one-goal road victories

(Newser) - New Jersey took over the lead in the Eastern Conference with a 2-1 win against Washington thanks to John Madden's overtime goal, reports the AP. The Devils were led by Martin Brodeur's 37 saves and have won seven of their last eight games. NHL goals leader Alex Ovechkin, stuck on...

Canucks Add to Wounded Red Wings' Pain

Feb 24, 2008 6:10 AM CST

Canucks Add to Wounded Red Wings' Pain

Kesler stings depleted Detroit with 2 goals in 4-1 Vancouver victory

(Newser) - The Red Wings have plenty of troubles without having to watch a hometown boy return to Detroit to pile it on, but that didn't stop Ryan Kesler from making two solo charges to the net in the third period of Vancouver's 4-1 triumph. With injuries depleting the defensive line, the...

Ribeiro Lifts Stars Past Predators

Feb 23, 2008 11:18 PM CST

Ribeiro Lifts Stars Past Predators

Leclaire, Jackets shut out Montreal, Bruins knock off Lightning

(Newser) - Mike Ribeiro lifted the Dallas Stars to their 11th win in 13 games with two goals and two assists in a 6-3 win over the Nashville Predators tonight, reports the Associated Press. Loui Eriksson also had two goals for the Stars; Ribeiro has 26 goals on the season. In other...

Rangers Take Key Points
From Sabres

Feb 23, 2008 9:58 PM CST

Rangers Take Key Points From Sabres

Flyers lose record 10th straight, Sundin scores in Leafs' win

(Newser) - The New York Rangers playoff chances got a big boost tonight with a 4-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres, reports the Associated Press. The Rangers, Sabres and the Boston Bruins were tied for the last three Eastern Conference playoffs spots when the night started. Sean Avery scored the winner for...

Hurricanes Blast Past Capitals

Feb 23, 2008 9:14 PM CST

Hurricanes Blast Past Capitals

Carolina collects more than 40 shots for the third straight game

(Newser) - The Carolina Hurricanes won at home for the sixth time in seven games and cracked the 40-shot barrier for the third straight game in a 6-3 win over the Washington Capitals last night, reports the Associated Press. Matt Cullen scored twice and Eric Staal had the go-ahead score in the...

Blackhawks Win Wild One in OT

Feb 23, 2008 8:46 PM CST

Blackhawks Win Wild One in OT

Chicago blows 4-goal lead in third period, but still beats Kings

(Newser) - The Chicago Blackhawks built a 5-1 lead in the second period last night, but the fun was just beginning. Patrick Sharp ended up scoring the game winner in overtime for Chicago after the Los Angeles Kings scored four third-period goals to tie, before losing 6-5, reports the Associated Press. Sharp,...