Archives for July 2005

'Sabres GM Darcy Regier told WGR 550's Paul Hamilton that he has not yet spoken with Satan, but plans to do so by Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Make Zagrapan Top Pick; No Offer For Satan

'He turns 19 in December and is expected to continue playing in the juniors next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select C Zagrapan with first-round pick

'"There is, in the right situation, an opportunity to be able to draft a prospect from the Western New York area," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said. "There are (local) kids in this draft we're going to consider."' … [Read more...] about Sabres scout homegrown talent

Ryan Miller to attend Team USA Training Camp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'Kalinin, among the Sabres' top two blue-liners, will make $1.33 million next season.' … [Read more...] about Kalinin, Fitzpatrick back with Sabres

'"We went into last year's draft, as we're going into this year's draft, looking for a defenseman again," Regier said this week. "But you end up looking at a defenseman and a forward, and you can't go by the forward to get the defenseman, so you end up with another forward."' … [Read more...] about Sabres focused on bolstering defense in draft

On Thursday, USA Hockey announced the 39 players who have been invited to compete for a roster spot when Team USA vies for the Olympic gold medal in Turino, Italy this February. Among the group were Buffalo Sabres Chris Drury (pictured left) and Ryan Miller. … [Read more...] about Pair of Sabres Invited to USA Hockey Camp

Sabres.com examines four players who may be available around picks nine through 12: Ryan O'Marra; Carey Price; Marc Staal; and Jack Skille. … [Read more...] about 16 Players in 4 Days, Part 3

'"We won't really have an idea how it will shake out until the first six or seven players are drafted," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open-minded about the draft

'MacArthur will begin his pro career with the Rochester Americans, but he is one of the Sabres' top prospects. He had 30 goals and 44 assists in 58 games last season for Medicine Hat of the Western Hockey League. "He's a complete player with a solid two-way game," Regier said. "He's a very responsible player, has strong character, is a terrific competitor and can create some … [Read more...] about Kalinin, Fitzpatrick, MacArthur in fold

'MacArthur, a second-round 2003 pick of the Buffalo Sabres, said the contract process was nervewracking at times following the NHL signing a new collective bargaining agreement last week. "The first day I think everyone got pretty much lowballed in the whole league, so we were all sweating," he said while vacationing with his family in Penticton, B.C. "It … [Read more...] about Trio of Tigers sign at deadline

Fueled by two goals in the first period, the Western Region rolled over New York City, 5-1, in the opening round of the 2005 Empire State Games. … [Read more...] about Empire Blog: Western Steamrolls New York City, 5-1

"Clarke is an excellent addition to the organization and he's a Buffalo-type of player with a strong work ethic and a great competitive spirit." said Regier. … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign MacArthur

'A play-making forward, MacArthur spent the past three seasons with Medicine Hat of the Canadian junior Western Hockey League. He's a two-time 30-goal scorer, and finished with 30 goals, 44 assists and 74 points in 58 games last season. He also represented Canada in last winter's World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign 2003 third-round pick

'The Sabres have given 2003 third round pick Clarke MacArthur a three year entry level contract.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign 2003 Pick