Archives for September 1, 2004

'"There were, because of the collective bargaining agreement expiring and because of the opportunity he had to play in Russia and the uncertain future, more considerations in respect to other deals that we've done," Regier said. "But Dmitri's agent (Jay Grossman) worked hard to find a solution, and in the end we were successful."' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to Kalinin deal

'``It was very important to our organization to get Dmitri under contract,'' Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. ``He's a young defenseman that really took a major step forward last season.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign D Kalinin

'Had he not re-signed with the Sabres before September 1, Kalinin would have been ineligible to play in the league next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign D Kalinin

'Kalinin was searching for a multi year deal, but didn't get it which makes me wonder if this was all a bluff by his agent.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres Get In Under The Deadline To Sign Kalinin

'For the second-consecutive season, Kalinin led all Sabres’ defenseman in goals (10), while setting career-highs in assists (24), points (34) and goals. He also led all Buffalo defenseman in games played (77) during the 2003-04 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Ink Kalinin to One-Year Deal