He did it!

Sorry ladies, Marty is going to be a Flyer for real now!

Jordi, I didn't buy my jersey in time to jinx it!

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I'll Miss You Marty!

I know how much everyone here at HLOG loves the sweet, funny, easy-to-like Marty Biron, so I'd thought I'd announce that he has indeed been traded. With out him- *ugh* I no longer have so many things-

• Someone to enjoy watching get into a goalie fight
• Someone to laugh at when ever they are mic'd
• Someone to relax the Sabres
• Someone to make me laugh, even when we lose a terrible game
• Someone to stand between the pipes, and give the ever hardworking Millsy an ever needed break

I now can only hope that the Sabres can find someone who has a personality like his, even though I don't think it can be done, especially among skilled hockey players. Of course, a goalie fight is a memorable way to say goodbye. I'm happy for him b/c he'll now have a chance to finally be a starter, just like he deserves. Yet, I do feel sorry, because after so many years, and now that we will have a best playoff run since forever, he won't be able to finish his legacy with a Stanley Cup. Marty, I'LL MISS YOU! :-( and so will the entire Buffalo area. Kristin- I'm afraid I am now nearly a Philly fan. Count your blessings, and take good care of him.

Along with Biron, the Sabres have also traded Jiri Novotny, but received Timo Helbling and Dainius Zubrus, from the Washington Capitals, even though Zurbus is an unrestricted free agent after this season. Also, to replace Marty, we have acquired Ty Conklin from the Columbus Blue Jackets for our new back-up. We also acquired another d-man from the Predators, Mikko Lehtonen. It's great to add some depth to our defence.

^The above has also been posted on my blog, along with some more.^

Now, since I didn't think I should just write about the trades done on the Sabres, I thought I'd answer the Weekly Challenge- so, who do I secretly cheer for? Let's see... there's a few.

Sidney Crosby- Yes, I have a soft side for this little wonder. Maybe it's because he's nearly my age and hot as hell. Maybe it's that he is the best player in the league. It just seems like he has it all. I'm actually a new semi-fan of the entire Penguins team. I also like Malkin- I love Russians.

Zdeno Chara- I know he a giant, I know he's scary, and I know he's just a little creepy, but I am in total awe. It's amazing someone as monstrous as Chara can be so graceful, and over a hundred mile shot, oh my god. If I was a goalie blocking that shot, I think I'd pee my pants.

Jaromir Jagr- I know everyone hates him, but as a player, I have a lot of respect. He has been through it all, and has the expeirence to prove it.

-Paige

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Keep Falling for the Joke, Rook

Not as funny as some of the other things WGR has done, but for Marty
fans it's worth listening to for the "Hey, Lindy" bit stuck in the
middle. Warning: This is clearly coming from the
Buffalo point of view.

The Ottawa Song: Brawling Remix

Also, Marty with the Rookies (of whom there are MANY right now...:::sigh:::)

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What can I say?

What can I say? There isn't much I'm dissapointed in. I can't really complain that we arn't winning enough, but I can say who has made me especially proud of! Even if there are a few who I expected more of.

The Surprises

Danny Paille
It looks like I have a new Danny boy to add to my list! Paille started the year as a healthy scratch, but lately he has been playing great. When playing the Bruins he even scored 2 goals in a game. Also, after the Sabres played a quite miserable game, Ruff said that he was playing the best on the team, and keeping the game in check. Ruff once threatened him that if he didn't play better and put his all into the game, Ruff had the power to keep him from ever having a career in the NHL. And Paille answered! He still travels down to the Rochester Americans, but he is now playing nearly every game. I was also especially proud of him after he "nailed" Chara!

Marty Biron

I think Marty was just destined for greatness. It's really great to know that even your backup is amazing. Marty has really made Miller's life easier by taking the pressure off Ryan's back. It does help that we probably are not keeping him for next year, so he's trying to show himself off, but he does do his job, and he does it well. I'm also proud that he could have back-to-back wins against Boston. But, Lindy is concerned for him leaving (and for good reason) because Marty B has a way of loosening up the team, so they don't get so stressed and worried. I also love his personality, but seriously, who doesn't? He loves to talk, and he loves to laugh, and everyone loves him for it. I'll seriously miss him next year, and I'll probably become a fan of whoever is lucky enough to snatch him up first.

The Dissapointments

Tim Connolly

I know Tim is an amazing player, and one of the best on the team. But he's no use if he isn't playing! I seems like an awful waste to pay someone 3 million dollars, and he doesn't skate until over half the season is over. It looks like he'll be playing soon, but he won't be at his best until the playoffs (if we're lucky). It's really quite a shame, but I can't wait to see him skate again and let the memories come back!

Well, it seems the only player I can really think of anything wrong with, isn't playing! So other than that I'm happy with the team. There are some players who don't score goals, and there are some that get lots of penalty minutes, but they weren't signed expecting to be stars. I am perhaps dissapointed in Andrew Peters though, but that's because I don't feel he is as much of an enforcer, and more of someone who just enjoys fighting.

But, overall, I am more than pleased of the outcome of the Sabres so far this season.

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