Archives for June 11, 2006

'They have too many forwards and not enough space to accommodate any emerging players from Rochester. Then there will be critical choices to render on their unrestricted free agents, especially defenseman Jay McKee.' … [Read more...] about Paying the price

'Golisano said it was "a little scary" that the operating profit was only about $600,000 before the bonus of the eight home playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Playoff run brings Sabres hope for strong future

'Tinkering that promotes the continued flow of play is worth considering. But, like Ruff said, anything that hints at digression should be out of the question. The new rule book serves its purpose. The NHL has been revitalized. The approach to next season should be reduced to a two-word game plan: continued enforcement.' … [Read more...] about Since the game is fixed, the league shouldn’t break it

'The Oilers had their eye on Martin Biron early in the season and were dangling defenseman Steve Staios. The Sabres first wanted to see how Ryan Miller stood up to NHL competition and later were forced to keep Biron after Miller broke his thumb. Edmonton eventually lost patience, backed off Biron and swapped a first-round pick for Roloson before the NHL trade deadline. The … [Read more...] about LaFontaine’s role with Isles will grow

'Buffalo Sabres co-captain Danny Briere will be in attendance with his family as honorary chairman of Camp Good Days & Special Times "Under the Big Top" fifth annual creative black tie gala June 24 in Hyatt Regency Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Briere to attend Camp Good Days fund-raiser

Latest Amerks' raffle winners announced (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage