Archives for August 4, 2001

'Bob Essensa knows that he's joining the Buffalo Sabres wearing a scarlet "B" for backup, and he's OK with that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Essensa as backup

'Entering his 12th NHL season, Essensa, 36, went 18-12-3 with a 2.68 goals-against average and .892 save percentage in 39 games for Vancouver last season. He was released by the Canucks on June 26.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with free agent G Essensa

'Essensa most likely will back up Marty Biron, who has taken over as starter following last month's trade of Hasek.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goalie