Archives for August 25, 2003

'''The term of it shows a lot of commitment right there it's a long time,'' said Drury. ''Certainly in our business anything can happen, but I think the commitment shown by (the Sabres) that they want me here and it's a two-way street, I want to be here that's why I signed a four-year deal.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Drury to 4-year contract

'''He felt at this point it was in his best long-term interest to play in his home country for a year,'' said Evans. ''I don't think it was a matter of happiness or unhappiness. It's just something that he wanted to do.''' … [Read more...] about Kristek turns down Sabres to play in Czech Republic

'"We are proud to announce today that we have signed Chris (Drury) to a contract. He is going to be here, playing as a Buffalo Sabre and everyone is extremely enthusiastic and excited about it. Like many things that have been happening since last year, the team and its surrounding environment is looking more and more positive. Adding Chris Drury to the roster is just … [Read more...] about Drury is Signed to a Four Year Deal

'"Chris Drury is a top-line, NHL center who has won numerous championships at all levels," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said in a statement. "He is an excellent playmaker and has been a consistent goal scorer throughout his career."' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Chris Drury

'Drury's arrival leaves the Sabres with two unsigned restricted free agents -- leading scorer Miroslav Satan and stalwart defenseman Jay McKee -- two weeks before the start of training camp.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Drury

'Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier announced today the team has signed restricted free agent center Chris Drury to a four-year contract. … [Read more...] about Sabres Ink Chris Drury

'Probably not coincidentally, Chapman's former teammate and coach with the Moose -- Scott Arniel -- is an assistant coach with the Sabres. Chapman was the Moose captain for the past four seasons and is the franchise leader in games played with 447.' … [Read more...] about Chapman cuts deal with Sabres