Archives for October 2004

My living arrangements have changed a little this year. Last year, I was living with “Roysy” (Derek Roy) but this year I decided to stay on my own. I never realized how much stuff I needed, like a kitchen table, sofa and all the other little things around the house. … [Read more...] about Pominville's Journal: 10/20

'"It is important to note this date was selected by the organization so the affected employees have ample time to consider alternative employment opportunities. This decision was made by the Sabres in response to the current uncertainty."' … [Read more...] about Continued lockout will cost Sabres' employees jobs

'The Bills will always be our connection to the sporting big-time. The Sabres are a distant second, and they play in a league with major problems. But we're a town that loves hockey, and it looks like we're in for a long, empty winter.' … [Read more...] about Lack of hockey leaves feeling of emptiness

MacArthur, 19, was drafted in the third round (74th overall) by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2003 NHL entry draft. … [Read more...] about Player of the week – Clarke MacArthur, Medicine Hat Tigers

The layoffs will leave the team with about half of its normal 150 full-time staff. Anticipating a potential dispute, the Sabres have cut dozens of jobs through attrition since last spring. … [Read more...] about Lockout leads Sabres to issue layoff notices to 25 employees

'Peters played nine games for Bodens, collecting a goal and four points while racking up 101 minutes in penalties. Surprisingly, Peters said he didn’t get into one fight -- the excessive minutes spent in the box were from misconducts.' … [Read more...] about Peters home after piling up penalty minutes in Sweden

'The Sabres were supposed to be preparing to play the Tampa Bay Lightning in Rochester, but managing partner Larry Quinn called an 11 a.m. meeting in HSBC Arena to inform employees of the decision to terminate around 25 people.' … [Read more...] about Sabres plan to lay off 25 workers

'Everybody will work through November and all will receive severance packages if the NHL lockout is still not solved.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lay off 25

'HF: What has Buffalo told you that you want you to work on? PG: Just kind of the overall game, my skating. Improve every aspect of my game as much as possible. Definitely my foot speed needs to get better. I think I’m improving on that the last three years.' … [Read more...] about Q&A with Paul Gaustad

"As soon as Leary said that, the hat was up in flames. Holding true to his word, the sponsor wrote Leary a check for $10,000 right on the spot. Everybody in the place went nuts." … [Read more...] about Danny Gare: Leary's Hockey Game Heats Up

'"Get together and get it settled."' … [Read more...] about Sounds of silence surround Sabres

'Sabres employees could be facing layoffs any day. Managing partner Larry Quinn said last month the front office would begin to look at possible cuts today, but Sabres executives have been reticent lately, and for good reason.' … [Read more...] about While Sabres span the globe, Amerks ready to roll

'"Everyone has their opinion, but I think I can do it," shrugs Vanek, whose three goals and two assists helped his team to a 5-0 preseason mark. "The goal of every player in the AHL is to make an impact, because there will be coaches and GMs down here watching every game. It's a chance to show what I can do."' … [Read more...] about Vanek patiently waits for NHL shot

'He'd be very involved with the Sabres again this season, if not for the lockout. But because NHL owners and the players' association are butting heads over a salary cap and other monetary issues, the season is on hold.' … [Read more...] about Roy thrives in spotlight for Amerks

"I always wanted to be a police officer and then I could put my criminal justice background to use," stated Paille. … [Read more...] about Daniel Paille Answers the Quick Quiz