Archives for 2004

'A college teammate of former first-rounder Zach Praise, Stafford had 11 goals and 21 assists in 36 games as a freshman with the Fighting Sioux. His father, Gord, played minor league hockey from 1980-87 and his uncle, Barrie, is the equipment manager for the Edmonton Oilers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select RW Stafford with 13th pick

'After Medicine Hat defenseman Cameron Barker, who's expected to be among the first five players drafted, the Sabres choices could come down to Canadian juniors Boris Valabik, Mike Green and Jeff Schultz, Michigan State's A.J. Thelen or one of the top-three ranked European blueliners.' … [Read more...] about Sabres intent on bolstering blue line at NHL Draft

“It was a Saturday morning and one of my chores was to do the lawn work, stated Danny Gare. “It was something to do. There was a three-hour time difference (from Montreal to Nelson, British Columbia), too, so it was mid-morning when I got the call." … [Read more...] about Taking the Draft One Step at a Time

The number 13 has not always been unlucky for the Buffalo Sabres. Three times in team history Buffalo has held the 13th overall selection in the NHL Entry Draft. The Sabres most notable pick at the 13th overall spot was their first-round selection in the 1978 Draft. That year, Buffalo chose a hard-nosed defenseman by the name of Larry Playfair. … [Read more...] about Lucky Number 13

One lucky Sabres fan can win the Sabres Mini Cooper in September by entering the contest at the Rotary Classic Car Show at the Amherst Pepsi Center on August 1, 2004. … [Read more...] about Three Amherst Rotary Clubs Join the Buffalo Sabres Insiders Campaign

'"I don't think it's any secret that, all things being equal, our preference would be to acquire a defenseman," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said. "But the draft varies from year to year. It's important that, first and foremost, we take the best player, the player with the best opportunity to play in the National Hockey … [Read more...] about Sabres thinking defensively

'The Sabres were title contenders throughout most of his 14 seasons, yet made only one appearance in the finals, that in 1975. He retired while still in his prime, after winning the Selke Trophy as the league's top defensive forward in 1984-85, because he thought his impact might be greater as an assistant coach. It's a decision he came to regret.' … [Read more...] about A Cup was worth the wait for Ramsay

He is still progressing. He has certainly gotten better, Regier said, adding that Connolly is working out under the teams supervision. But concussions are a very gray area and you have to have a comfort level going forward. … [Read more...] about Sabres not sure whether to re-sign Connolly

I don’t think it’s any secret that all things being equal, our preference would be to acquire a defenseman. The draft varies from year to year. I think if you look at 1998, the number is somewhere over 80 percent of those first-round selections are playing in the National Hockey League and you can have years in which it’s under 50 percent. … [Read more...] about Regier Talks About the Draft

Although no official information has yet been released, the announcement will pertain to something unprecedented in Sabres’ history relating to the ticketing plan for next season. … [Read more...] about Sign of Things to Come

The Slovakian honor was decided by a fan poll by Slovakian natives in which Satan received the most votes out of 10 nominees. The “Golden Puck” was bestowed on the Topolcany native at a festival in Bratislavia on June 19. … [Read more...] about Slovakian Golden Boy Honored

"If I had to chose one guy, considering where the Sabres ended up after the lottery, I would have to choose Boris Valabik. What more could you ask for in a 6'6'' big defensemen? He's a great all-around player with spite and spirit." … [Read more...] about GM for a Day with the Sabres Insiders

'Slovak national ice hockey team captain and Buffalo Sabres striker Miroslav Satan became the winner of the annual fan poll and was declared the best player of 2003/2004 season at a festive ceremony "Golden Puck" in Bratislava on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Miroslav Satan wins Golden Puck

'It has been a whirlwind year for Paille. He was captain of the silver medal-winning Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championships in Helsinski and recently signed a three-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres, but said something else stands out as the highlight of his year. “There are so many things, but the one thing I’d have to say is going to the … [Read more...] about Dan Paille honoured at hockey homecoming

'I think the goaltender position is always the most challenging because it is the key to every teams success. This challenge isn’t just with the Sabres, but each NHL team. If you look at the Stanley Cup Finals, both Khabibulin and Kiprusoff played integral roles in their teams success. You always have to keep in mind that your best forward plays 20 minutes a game … [Read more...] about Q&A with Darcy Regier