'"The area itself is one big reason why I returned to the Sabres," commented Patrick who resides with his wife, Deborah, and their two daughters, Brenna and Quinn in the WNY area throughout most of the last four years. "We think the schools and the kids programs here are second to none. The housing and cost of living are fantastic. In fact, we would consider remaining here, depending on how things go with my post-hockey playing career."'