Archives for July 28, 2007

'Roy, who played four seasons with the Rangers from 1999 through the 2002-2003 season -- winning the Memorial Cup in his final year -- was Buffalo's second-round pick, 32nd overall, in the 2001 NHL entry draft. He played much of last season centring a line with high-scoring wingers Thomas Vanek and Maxim Afinogenov. He'll play a bigger role with the Sabres this … [Read more...] about $6-million man — times four

'Roy was surprised at the length of the deal, which extends three seasons into what would have been his unrestricted free agency. Roy and agent Larry Kelly requested a five-year contract, but the Sabres responded Thursday night with a six-year proposal. The Sabres then increased the money Friday morning. Roy was hooked.' … [Read more...] about Roy has millions of reasons to smile