Archives for August 2005

'"We're all about people that want to be here," Milbury said, calling the Zhitnik signing an "obvious decision," after Aucoin bolted for Chicago.' … [Read more...] about Isles ink Zhitnik

'``Alexei is a perfect fit for us,'' Milbury said. ``He's one of the best two-way defensemen in the game and he's a highly respected player. He's going to play big minutes for us in all situations.''' … [Read more...] about Islanders sign Zhitnik to four-year deal after losing Aucoin

'"The Islanders were at the top of my list of teams I wanted to play for," Zhitnik said. "I spoke with (general manager) Mike Milbury and (coach Steve Stirling), and they told me what's expected of me. I'm very happy to be an Islander."' … [Read more...] about Islanders sign D Zhitnik to four-year deal

'"I've played in the Eastern Conference for a decade and know what it takes to win," Zhitnik said. "The Islanders have been a playoff team the last few years and now I'm hopeful I can take us to the next level. The playoffs have always been when I have played my best hockey."' … [Read more...] about Zhitnik still in New York; signs with Isles

'After nearly 10 seasons with the Buffalo Sabres, defenseman Alexei Zhitnik has signed on with the New York Islanders. The deal will reportedly pay Zhitnik 14 million dollars over the course of four years.' … [Read more...] about Zhitnik Leaves Buffalo For The Islanders

'"Alexei is a perfect fit for us," said Islanders general manager Mike Milbury. "He's one of the best two-way defensemen in the game and he's a highly-respected player. He's going to play big minutes for us in all situations."' … [Read more...] about Islanders sign D Alexei Zhitnik to 4-year deal

'The Sabres - based on the new on-ice rules expected to stamp out obstruction and emphasize speed and scoring - are looking for a defenseman who can carry the puck, contribute offensively and gobble up ice time. In other words, they're looking for the same things as every other team in the league.' … [Read more...] about Playing the market

'"I have been a player who always performed better when he had trust from his coach," Satan said. "Those are the things as a player you're going to be looking for."' … [Read more...] about Satan looking forward to a fresh start

'With eight games in 14 days, the Sabres will play only two home games and close their schedule against Minnesota at Rochester on Sept. 30.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open preseason at home against Capitals, Sept. 17

'Season ticket holders will receive free tickets to both home games, and anyone purchasing a mini-pack will receive free tickets to one home game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Pre-Season Game Comes to Rochester

Buffalo will play two home games, five road games, and one neutral site game at the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, NY, on Friday, September 30 against the Minnesota Wild. … [Read more...] about Sabres Release Pre-Season Schedule

'The Sabres have released their preseason schedule. It featured 8 games in 14 days, including a game in Rochester on September 30th.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Release Preseason Schedule

'"There are some very good defensemen out there," Regier said. "The problem is there isn't enough to go around. It's something we're going to pursue. We're going to start talking to players (Monday) and see where it goes."' … [Read more...] about Sabres cut ties with Satan

'"It came down to an evaluation of what we were looking at from a budget standpoint, what our needs are, where we have a surplus - which is up front among the forwards - and looking at our defense - at least the loss of Alexei Zhitnik - I think when you put those things together, we just felt from a value standpoint, we wanted to move in a different direction," … [Read more...] about Sabres' don't give qualifying offer to Satan

'Canada, however, remains a tougher TV market to break into. Sabres officials covet a chance to show games in the southern Ontario market, but territorial rights dominated by the Toronto Maple Leafs and Canadian-content provisions are making that a tougher road. "We're still trying to figure out Canada," said Larry Quinn, Sabres managing partner.' … [Read more...] about Sabres try to unlock Canadian TV puzzle