Topic: Garnet Exelby

Luke Schenn and Fredrik Sjostrom scored third-period goals Thursday, lifting the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-2 decision over Buffalo.

Patrik Elias scored a go-ahead goal Saturday night as, the New Jersey Devils rallied to beat the Atlanta Thrashers, 6-5.

Justin Williams scored twice Saturday night to boost the Carolina Hurricanes past Atlanta, 4-1, in a battle of teams fighting for a playoff spot.

Marian Hossa and Slava Kozlov each had two goals and two assists Thursday night as the Atlanta Thrashers beat Colorado, 6-3.

Forwards Scott Mellanby and Steve Rucchin have been placed on the injured reserve list by the NHL's Atlanta Thrashers.

Matt Pettinger scored a pair of goals Monday to lead the Washington Capitals to a 6-4, comeback win over Atlanta and end the Thrashers' playoff bid.

Slava Kozlov scored the lone goal in the shootout Monday to give the Atlanta Thrashers a 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers.

Niclas Wallin had a goal and an assist Thursday night as Carolina beat the Atlanta Thrashers, 5-1.

Dany Heatley scored a power-play goal with 5:48 left in the third period Friday night as Atlanta edged New Jersey, 3-2.

The Buffalo Sabres agreed to terms with five players Thursday, including center Tim Connolly.