Archives for September 2007

'To make matters worse, Numminen learned Thursday night the Sabres had suspended him for failing to report to camp in good physical condition, a move the team declined to announce publicly.' … [Read more...] about Numminen faces surgery, suspension

'“My initial thoughts from my end were maybe to a rotating basis to create a little competition from month to month. That is a possibility, but we’re going to see where we’re at.”' … [Read more...] about Ruff mulls captain-of-the-month plan

'Buffalo sports fans may get a chance to own a piece of local sports history as the city contemplates selling off seats, lockers and other items from Memorial Auditorium.' … [Read more...] about Fans may get crack at Aud mementos

'"We're still going to be at a high level," Miller said on Thursday as players reported for preseason physicals. "I think the panic button was pushed way too early. As much as I respect Danny and Chris, it's far more than two guys that make up a team. They helped us, but we also helped them."' … [Read more...] about Sabres open camp ready to move on without Briere, Drury

'"It's early in the process," Regier said. "We'll move along at his schedule and see where he goes with it and what he wants to do."' … [Read more...] about Sabres: Defenseman Teppo Numminen needs surgery to correct heart problem

The Sabres are solid enough in goal with Miller and newly-acquired backup Jocelyn Thibault. The defensive corps remains intact, and the team has plenty of depth on the wing … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Preview

'Prospects Michael Funk and Andrej Sekera are on the rise, and looking to make an impression this week at rookie camp.' … [Read more...] about Future blueliners

'The Buffalo Sabres reported for physicals today and already they are down a defenseman.' … [Read more...] about Numminen needs heart surgery

'The league is set to announce next week that the Sabres will host the Pittsburgh Penguins in an outdoor game at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Jan. 1, a person familiar with the event told The Associated Press.' … [Read more...] about NHL to announce Sabres to host Penguins in outdoor game Jan. 1

City still working on aid to Amerks (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'But the Sabres say there is a way for the general public to beat some of the rush, by signing up online -- at no charge -- to be what’s called a Sabres Insider.' … [Read more...] about For scarce tickets, Sabres Insiders get edge

'"I have everything I need," Vanek said. "Obviously the contract and the money's nice, but it's still about playing in the National Hockey League and winning the Stanley Cup. "Money can't buy the Stanley Cup."' … [Read more...] about The good life

'“I think that these type of guys have had a lot of help along the way, so when they do get to that point, they want to stand up and say, hey, I had a lot of help getting here, so I want to go out and help other people,” Ray said. “Those are the type of guys in the different cities people can relate to.”' … [Read more...] about Ray Day in Wellsville

'All 30 NHL teams will sport a revamped look with Reebok’s innovative Rbk Edge uniforms, consisting of a lightweight fabric that repels moisture. The uniforms are geared toward helping players skate faster and more comfortably with a formfitting fabric that prevents the absorption of water and sweat while providing a greater range of motion.' … [Read more...] about New jerseys for Sabres? No sweat

'There’s that small bit of uncertainty surrounding the captaincy position,” Sabres goalie Ryan Miller said, “but I don’t think anybody around here should be worried about it. We have a young group, and we might even get younger this year, but I think the core group of guys has seen enough and been around long enough to understand what to expect and to … [Read more...] about Captainless Sabres ready for camp