'Lalime, who has spelled starter Ryan Miller for each of the last two seasons, went 4-8-2 with a 2.81 goals-against average and .907 save percentage in 16 games (13 starts) a year ago.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring back Lalime for one year
Archives for July 7, 2010
Sabres agree to terms with Ptrick Lalime
'Lalime - who turns 36 today - has spent the past two seasons with the Sabres after signing as a UFA on July 1, 2008.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Ptrick Lalime
Butler gathering the troops
'"It's something I've always wanted to do," Butler said of heading to the Middle East. "Even doing the Tickets for Troops this year when the guys would come in the locker room and they'd tell me how they stay up until 3 a.m. over there just to watch the games - you develop an appreciation. It's kind of cool."' … [Read more...] about Butler gathering the troops
Sabres bring in Niedermayer
'Originally taken fifth overall by Florida in the 1993 draft, Niedermayer has 181 goals and 450 points in 1,082 career games with the Panthers, Flames, Ducks and Devils.' … [Read more...] about Sabres bring in Niedermayer
Sabres sign free agent Rob Niedermayer
'Niedermayer became Buffalo’s second free agent signing since July 1. The Sabres also signed free agent defenseman Jordan Leopold last week to a three-year contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign free agent Rob Niedermayer
Sabres Agree To Terms With Rob Niedermayer
'Niedermayer (12/8/1974, 6’2”, 200 lbs.) is a veteran of 16 NHL seasons, and won a Stanley Cup with Anaheim in 2007. Niedermayer was also a member of the Florida Panthers team that advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1996. The 35-year-old Niedermayer has 39 points in 109 career playoff games, including 10 (5+5) in 21 games during Anaheim’s 2007 Cup run.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Agree To Terms With Rob Niedermayer
Buffalo's Mike Weber signs qualifying offer
'Buffalo Sabres GM Darcy Regier announced today that defenseman Mike Weber has agreed to his qualifying offer and signed a one-year deal with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Mike Weber signs qualifying offer
Kassian Working His Way Back
'On May 23, Zack Kassian reached the pinnacle of his young life, winning junior hockey’s championship, the Memorial Cup, with his hometown Windsor Spitfires. Less than a week later, however, the 19-year-old Buffalo Sabres prospect tumbled to his nadir, getting arrested and charged with assault following an alleged bar fight in the Canadian border town.' … [Read more...] about Kassian Working His Way Back
Will Goalie Jhonas Enroth Crack the Sabres Lineup?
'The numbers scream it. After two dazzling seasons in Portland, goalie Jhonas Enroth has outgrown the AHL. The apprenticeship should end. The 22-year-old appears ready to graduate to the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Will Goalie Jhonas Enroth Crack the Sabres Lineup?
Spartans lose Tropp to NHL
'"This is the reality of college hockey - good players are leaving school after their sophomore and junior seasons,'' Comley said then. "Obviously, we're going to miss a player of Corey's caliber. We wish him the best as he pursues his dream to play professional hockey.''' … [Read more...] about Spartans lose Tropp to NHL
Sabres' prospect Kassian learns bitter lesson
'"I'm prepared to do anything," Kassian said. "I've thought it all through, and obviously my heart's here in Buffalo. I want to play for this team and help this team win a [Stanley] Cup. If so be it, I'll go back to Windsor, be a leader and try to three-peat it [a third straight Memorial Cup]. ... I'm just here to work hard, and all that stuff will handle … [Read more...] about Sabres’ prospect Kassian learns bitter lesson
Myers unfazed by return to camp
'“They asked me to come, and I said OK, I’ll be there,” Myers said. “They bring guys back throughout their rookie contracts and that’s fine with me. I’ll get my skating legs back.”' … [Read more...] about Myers unfazed by return to camp
Sabres sign winger Corey Tropp
'“It’s exciting," Tropp said after development camp at Dwyer Arena on Tuesday. “Three years ago after I got drafted it was one of my goals to get a contract with Buffalo.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign winger Corey Tropp
Sabres Analyst and NHL Alum, 5 Months After Life-Changing Car Accident
'But he's making progress. While Robitaille has to wear a neck collar 80 percent of the time, his rehab is on schedule and the prognosis is good. He says he will "absolutely" be in the broadcast booth this fall when the Sabres begin their season. He's been an analyst for over 25 years and misses work, saying that his return will be a very happy day.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Analyst and NHL Alum, 5 Months After Life-Changing Car Accident