Archives for September 2005

'In 2003-04, Patrick still averaged nearly 19 minutes a game of ice time at age 40, but missed 27 games due to injuries. He had a plus-minus rating of plus-11 with four goals and seven assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres D Patrick retires, accepts assistant coaching position

'As Buffalo's development instructor, Patrick will work with all players in the Sabres organization, including the Rochester Americans and all drafted amateur players, focusing on defensive play.' … [Read more...] about Patrick Retires, Becomes Coach

'The Buffalo Sabres in conjunction with WGR-550 would like to offer the ability to purchase $5.50 tickets for any preseason game at HSBC Arena to any fan that registers to become a Sabres Insider prior to September 28.' … [Read more...] about $5.50 Preseason Tickets

'He will stay with the Sabres as a skill development coach.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Patrick Announces Retirement

'Veteran Sabres defenseman James Patrick, who spent 21 years in the NHL, retired Thursday and accepted an assistant coaching position with the team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Patrick retires after 21 years in NHL

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'"I don't want to say what Buffalo offered, but I took the best deal. . . . I got four years, the deal that I wanted."' … [Read more...] about Satan, Zhitnik look to opener vs. Sabres

'"We have a lot of offensive talent," Connolly said. "Briere is an exceptional player and J.P. Dumont can score. Hecht and Afinogenov are very creative. We have a lot of guys capable of putting the puck in the net."' … [Read more...] about Connolly key to Sabres' revival

'In 2003-04, the Sabres were six points in back of the Islanders for the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. They could close that gap even more this season. But it will take a committed, consistent effort on the part of everyone. Buffalo is relying on the team approach instead of putting all its hopes in the hands of a couple of star players.' … [Read more...] about Sabres aim for a postseason run

'As Levy explained later, the Sabres are a community asset, not just a toy for a wealthy businessman, owner B. Thomas Golisano.' … [Read more...] about Club forms to help Sabres with ticket sales

'When the Sabres play any regular-season NHL game in Rochester, it is a significant sports happening and the thing to do on that particular night. But I wouldn't count on annual capacity crowds with such steep ticket prices ($35 to $77) to watch Wednesday night games against bottom-shelf opponents such as the Capitals.' … [Read more...] about Capitals-Sabres will be tough sell here

Join the Amerks fun team (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'The writing is on the wall, as plain as a dasherboard ad.' … [Read more...] about McKee could be next to leave Sabres

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'The Sabres will make three appearances in Rochester during their month of preseason training. They hold an open practice at Thomas Creek Arena in Fairport between 6:00PM and 9:00PM on Friday, September 23, and another the following day at the ESL Centre from 10:00AM until 1:00PM. Buffalo hosts the Minnesota Wild in an exhibition game September 30th at Blue Cross Arena at … [Read more...] about Sabres Training Camp Set