'"Things evolved ... changed, the marketplace jumped," he said. "The cost of doing of doing business in unrestricted free agency is always extremely high."' … [Read more...] about Drury, Briere shuffle out of Buffalo
Archives for July 2007
Sabres attempt to move forward minus Drury, Briere
'They acknowledged the Sabres could have been more proactive in attempting to re-sign both a year ago and didn't foresee Briere handcuffing their payroll when he received a one-year $5 million contract in arbitration last summer. As free agency approached, Quinn and Regier said signing Drury became the team's top priority because of his leadership skills and because it would be … [Read more...] about Sabres attempt to move forward minus Drury, Briere
Ramblings from the first day of free agency
'So much for the question, "Which one do we keep: Briere or Drury?" The Sabres showed why they're the worst organization in the league as far as taking care of players and their free agents. As I've mentioned in the past, if you're an unrestricted free agent (UFA) with the Sabres, chances are you can sell your house, pack your bags and move on to your next destination.' … [Read more...] about Ramblings from the first day of free agency
It's simply too hard to believe Quinn and Regier
'The Buffalo Sabres held a press conference this afternoon that did little to boast the morale of Sabres Nation. After listening to the Sabres' side of the story, one has to wonder if they are worth believing.' … [Read more...] about It’s simply too hard to believe Quinn and Regier
Woe is Buffalo
'No one ever said it was easy being a Buffalo sports fan.' … [Read more...] about Woe is Buffalo
Regier: Sky is not falling
'Drury, they said, decided he wanted to play for the Rangers, the team he grew up watching from his hometown in Connecticut. The Sabres were prepared to give Drury the same package the Rangers offered.' … [Read more...] about Regier: Sky is not falling
Quinn And Regier Meet The Press Monday
'Quinn said multiple times that it was Drury's decision to return home and accept the Rangers' terms. "They never once countered. They did not want to give us a number and ultimately said they did not want to come back and wanted to go to New York."' … [Read more...] about Quinn And Regier Meet The Press Monday
Regier puts rep, Sabres' future on line
'Drury takes a lot more than goals and grit with him to Manhattan. He also provided the rest of the Sabres with an up-close-and-personal role model, an example of how the game is supposed to be played. At least according to the chemistry-first mantra espoused by Lindy Ruff. As he did with Michael Peca, though, Regier showed the rest of that locker room what happens when … [Read more...] about Regier puts rep, Sabres' future on line
Experts Weigh In On Captains' Departures
'Mair said he's confident that the departures of Briere and Drury won't hurt the team too much. "I think hockey players to a certain extent are opportunistic, and you'll have guys like Tim Connolly or Derek Roy or Thomas Vanek eat up the ice time that's left over from those two guys," Mair said. "Tim Connolly's... gonna move up and … [Read more...] about Experts Weigh In On Captains' Departures
Larry Quinn and Darcy Regier Press Conference
Larry Quinn and Darcy Regier will address the media at 2:00 pm today according to WGR55. … [Read more...] about Larry Quinn and Darcy Regier Press Conference
Sabres’ captains now a part of Buffalo's past
'“Tell the fans that I was sincere when I said I wanted to stay in Buffalo,” Briere told The News. “That was my priority when the season was over, but at the same time, with any job or anything you do in life, with any employer, you want to feel wanted. What I feel bad about is losing my teammates, losing my coaching staff, and I feel bad being on another team … [Read more...] about Sabres’ captains now a part of Buffalo’s past
They're history
'Briere didn’t give the Sabres a chance to match the Flyers’ offer. Briere revealed that his agent, Pat Brisson, hadn’t spoken to Regier since rejecting a five-year, $25 million proposal Thursday.' … [Read more...] about They're history
Sabres get a lesson in business
'For some reason, such as arrogance, the Buffalo Sabres figured they could get away with trying to muscle co-captains Chris Drury and Daniel Briere when, in fact, General Manager Darcy Regier and owner Tom Golisano didn’t have an ounce of leverage. Apparently, they thought they were smarter than legions of people who have wailed all season to get something done. Boy, … [Read more...] about Sabres get a lesson in business
With The Cap'ns Away, Youth Should Be Paid
'The onus lies on Regier to lock up his younger folk to the those lengthier deals. Throw five- to- seven years and a little more money than hes worth right now at 28 year old Brian Campbell and toss him a letter, 'A' or 'C' will work, for his jersey. Lock up 23 year-old Thomas Vanek for a good term, and give him Ilya Kovalchuk money -- $5 million -- a little early with the … [Read more...] about With The Cap’ns Away, Youth Should Be Paid
Don't blame Drury and Briere
'While Briere probably felt all along he'd be gone, and the Sabres probably knew he would be as well, the loss of Drury is the bigger disappointment by far, as I see it. We hear the Sabres offered Drury a $30 million dollar deal over five years, which is certainly a fair offer. But the NHL isn't about being fair, and the Sabres are learning all about that.' … [Read more...] about Don't blame Drury and Briere