Archives for June 26, 2001

'Since being traded to the Sabres in March 1999, Barnes has scored 39 goals and had 53 assists. He leads all Sabres in postseason scoring over the last three seasons with 14 goals.'

'"Stu and James have been a big part of the success of our organization over the last three seasons," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. "To have both of these veterans back this season makes us better at both ends of the ice."'

'This is a fabulous deal for Buffalo. It may be the best the Sabres have made since trading Alexander Mogilny to Vancouver in 1995. Ironically, that was the trade that brought Peca to Buffalo.'

'"We came from a team that's trying to make the playoffs to a team that's trying to win the Stanley Cup," he said. "It's a hardworking team, and I'm really looking forward to playing in the playoffs."'

'"We're sad to see Michael go," Warrener said Monday. "He's a big part of the team, but I guess now we have to just move on."'