Archives for 2004

Relive all the excitement of last season with “2003-04 A Season in Review”. This six-part DVD highlights the Sabres entire 2003-04 season. … [Read more...] about 2003-04 A Season in Review

'``I think I got a lot out of it. It wasn't a slap across the face,'' Biron said. ``It's time for me to take the bull by the horns and take this group of guys to the playoffs.''' … [Read more...] about Biron awarded $2.8 million deal; Sabres re-sign Dumont, Brown

'"J.P. provided us with solid play and leadership throughout last season," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. "He is a tremendous competitor and has developed into a solid NHL forward at both ends of the ice."' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign F Dumont, D Brown; settle with G Biron

'"Marty had a strong finish to last season and we look for him to solidify into a top NHL netminder," Regier added. "He has experience as a starter in the NHL and we look forward to his continued development with our organization."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo re-signs two; settles with Biron

“Brad came in and right away supplied us with a physical presence and stability,” said Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier. “He is a strong and reliable defenseman and it will be great to have him on the backline for a full season.” … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign Defenseman Brad Brown

“Marty had a strong finish to last season and we look for him to solidify into a top NHL netminder,” said Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier. “He has experience as a starter in the NHL and we look forward to his continued development with our organization.” … [Read more...] about Biron Signs One-Year Deal

"J.P. provided us with solid play and leadership throughout last season," Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said. "He is a tremendous competitor and has developed into a solid NHL forward at both ends of the ice." … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign JP Dumont

'Hecht and the team agreed to terms on a one-year contract earlier this morning, avoiding an arbitration hearing which had been scheduled to take place on Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Avoid Arbitration With Hecht

'The 27-year-old Hecht registered a career-high 52 points last season, despite playing in just 64 games due to a pre-season injury. The 27-year-old German broke his left arm in an exhibition game against Columbus, but returned to record 15 goals and 37 assists with an impressive plus-minus rating of +17.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Hecht

'The deal represents an $800,000 raise from last year and includes a $50,000 bonus if he matches last season's career-high 52 points. An arbitration hearing had been set for Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Hecht to one-year $2.1 million deal

'"Jochen was a strong contributor to our team on the ice and in the locker room last season," Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. "Statistically, he has proven that he is one of our top forwards and is part of the leadership core of players in our organization."' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign LW Hecht to one-year deal

'Biron's agent Gilles Lupien told The Associated Press Thursday that he believes his client deserves a $2.7 million to $3 million contract, comparable to what other goalies of Biron's caliber and experience have received.' … [Read more...] about Sabres G Biron seeks raise heading into arbitration

'Goalie Martin Biron is scheduled to plead his case Friday. Top two-way forward Jochen Hecht is on the docket for Sunday, third-leading scorer J.P. Dumont for Monday, top scorer Daniel Briere for Wednesday and defenseman Brad Brown for next Thursday. Teams can negotiate contracts with their players up until their respective hearings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' payroll likely rising

'Consequently, management's mandate this summer is to keep the team's young nucleus together, hoping that the additional maturity level of its roster will be enough to propel the team into a playoff position in the upcoming season. As a result, Buffalo GM Darcy Regier will likely spend the summer getting his in-house affairs in order, rather in becoming a big … [Read more...] about Sabres know kids are all right

'The team also had five players - forwards Norm Milley and Andrew Peters, defensemen Doug Janik and Dmitri Kalinin, and goalie Ryan Miller - fail to accept their qualifying offers by Saturday's deadline. While the Sabres retain the players' rights, the team must negotiate new contracts with them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep Rory, Connolly, Noronen