Archives for 2002

'A fourth-round selection by Toronto in 1997, Mair had a goal and two assists in 24 games over two seasons with the Maple Leafs before being dealt to Los Angeles in March 2001 for defenseman Aki Berg.' … [Read more...] about Kings acquire C Rasmussen from Sabres

'"Erik will upgrade our team speed and size, and his physical style of play makes him difficult to play against," said Taylor. "He has an offensive upside and we feel strongly that with his size, speed and talent, he has a chance to be a legitimate power forward in the NHL."' … [Read more...] about Kings acquire forward Erik Rasmussen

'NHL spokeswoman Bernadette Mansur said Wednesday, "It would be inappropriate for us to comment."' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres owner Rigas arrested

'Two other former Adelphia executives -- James R. Brown, 40, the former vice president of finance, and Michael C. Mulcahey, 45, the former director of international reporting -- were arrested in Pennsylvania on the same charges.' … [Read more...] about Rigas and sons arrested

'The NHL took over control of the Sabres last month, helping clear the way for the sale of the team. The arrangement, which could continue into next season, follows an agreement with Rigas, who remains owner of the team in title only.' … [Read more...] about Founder and former head of bankrupt cable TV company Delphia, two of his sons arrested

'John Rigas and his sons -- former Chief Financial Officer Timothy and former executive vice president of operations Michael -- were arrested early Wednesday morning and are expected to be presented in Manhattan federal court later today.' … [Read more...] about Former Adelphia Execs Arrested for Securities Fraud

'John Rigas, the 77-year-old founder and former chairman and chief executive of Adelphia Communications, the bankrupt US cable television company, was arrested along with sons Timothy and Michael Rigas on Wednesday for conspiracy to commit securities fraud.' … [Read more...] about Adelphia founder and sons arrested

'"Arbitration is a fact of life. Whatever happens, happens. Right now I'm looking forward to the upcoming season."' … [Read more...] about Biron won't miss camp this time around

'"Mark is on his own time frame and no one else's. When he's ready to submit a bid, he will submit it," said Earl Wells, owner of E-3 Communications and Hamister's spokesman.' … [Read more...] about Hamister still preparing a package to buy the Sabres

'But it would be hard to imagine anyone finalizing the purchase of the Sabres - at least before Adelphia presents its reorganization plan under Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And that's not expected until November or December.' … [Read more...] about Sale of Sabres is unlikely to come soon

'"I believe I am a better coach today than I was five years ago," he said. "Back then, I just did it, I didn't analyse what I was doing. But now, I have spoken to so many different groups -- police officers, businesses, students -- and hockey's no different than those lines of work. It really is about motivating people and keeping them motivated. … [Read more...] about Nolan remains motivated for return to NHL coaching

'A deal to keep the Buffalo Sabres in town can be completed before the end of Adelphia's two-year reorganization. But a sale to local buyers will face review by Adelphia's creditors, who will want to see the company collect as much of the team's $150 million debt as possible.' … [Read more...] about Adelphia is likely to cut 200 WNY jobs

'Biron's decision should be a relief to Sabres management.' … [Read more...] about Biron files for arbitration

'The real question is, how did Ray bleed $500,000 out of Darcy Regier? Since when do the Sabres high-ball players in negotiations?' … [Read more...] about Can Hamister be loyal? Ask his coach

Biron completed a two-year contract that paid him $750,000 last season, his first in taking over for Dominik Hasek as the starter. … [Read more...] about Arbitrator to settle Birons new contract