What team beat writers are saying this afternoon:
- Andrew Ebbett is getting more confidence in Anaheim. They hope he can be what they thought they were going to get from Brendan Morrison.
- Stephane Yelle is going to be back in the lineup tonight for Boston. His veteran presence will only help the struggling Bruins.
- The Sabres don’t want to go into the third period tied. This team has to show some signs of life soon.
- Both Todd Bertuzzi and Rene Bourque took the ice for the Flames today. Not very close to returning, but definitely good signs.
- No Paul Stastny (foot) tonight for the Avs. He can’t stay healthy.
- Are the Stars done? Seems like it is over for the Stars this year, in a season that has been a disaster from the outset.
- Dave Staples examines the Oilers’ chances at making the playoffs. If they make it, they aren’t winning three games, never mind a round.
- What if the Panthers don’t make the playoffs and have to follow through on the organization’s promise? Florida is on the verge of some tough, tough times.
- A look at the Senators’ defense situation for next season. By all accounts, Karlsson is that good.
- Looks like Simeon Varlmalov will start tonight for the Capitals. Could he possibly be a playoff key?