SabreCast #19: Sabres @ Devils
Tuesday, November 4th, 2008 12:26 am by Mike
The Buffalo Sabres recorded their second consecutive shutout versus the New Jersey Devils. Ryan Miller started in net again and turned away all 24 shots faced. Jason Pominville scored the game winning goal in the first period on a two-man advantage and Kaleta scored his first goal of the season in the third to help seal the deal.
Episode Contents
Game Synopsis
- The Sabres dominated the first period, drawing five penalties and outshooting New Jersey 20-3.
- Jason Pominville scored his fourth goal of the season on a two-man advantage late in the first period.
- The Sabres’ penalty kill was perfect and survived five hooking calls and a redoubled Devils effort in the second and third periods.
- Kaleta scored his first goal of the season in the third period on a deflection off Sekera’s shot-pass.
- Craig Rivet returned to the lineup ahead of schedule and helped solidify the defense in a tight game.
Predictions
- Matt’s Prediction: 4-1 W (Kotalik, Roy, Rivet)
- Mike’s Prediction: 3-2 W (Kotalik, Roy, Sekera)
- Prediction Game Results
- 2008-09 Prediction Challenge
Three Stars
- Matt’s Three Stars: Miller, Kaleta, Weekes
- Mike’s Three Stars: Miller, Pominville, Spacek
- SabreCast Three Stars
Get the Full Episode (MP3 15.2mb) – Running Time 33:00