Buffalo Boy's Blog

 Well, it wasn't the outcome we all wanted but at least we know they won't be perfect early on this year. Remember last years streak of 11 wins in a row to start a season? The Islanders assured us that it will not be a repeat of last years early season run with a 6-4 win.

Maybe they can go 11-1 to start the season. Last night was typical of early season hockey, sloppy play in both ends and lots of goals. Ryan Miller did look sharp in spurts, The goals he let in were more a function of sloppy play in front that left him out to dry.

The offense scored 4 but how many of those were because the Islander's defense is awful. The powerplay also started where it left off in the playoffs. 0 for the season so far. Any bets on when the first powerplay goal will be scored?