Archives for May 2008

'Enroth will likely play in the AHL next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ink Enroth

'“We’re very happy to have Jhonas under contract,” said Regier. “He’s performed very well in Europe, and we look forward to his continued development as a member of our organization.”' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres sign Jhonas Enroth

'Some of the Sabres present included Randy Cunneyworth, Matt Barnaby, current Sabres Adam Mair, Andrew Peters and Patrick Kaleta. Broadcasters Rick Jeanneret, Kevin Sylvester and Mike Robitaille were also present.' … [Read more...] about Sabres alumni hold fishing tournament on Lake Ontario

'And what about that controversial goal Brett Hull scored in the crease to give the Stars the Stanley Cup against the Sabres in 1999? "It was a long time ago," said Ruff, who coached the Sabres that season. "People should forgive and forget, shouldn't they?" Hart hasn't. "A rule is a rule," he said. "It wasn't a goal."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fan receives ultimate gift, a round with coach as caddie

'“You have to walk a fine line,” Miller said. “They’ve already trimmed it down once. I suffered for it from breaking my thumb [during the 2005-06 season]. That situation wasn’t well thought out. They had dimensions and said, ‘Here, this should work.’”' … [Read more...] about A little tweaking with equipment can go a long way

'"You know what? I think the mood is completely different," Briere said before the Flyers boarded a plane for Pittsburgh for today's crucial Game 5 against the Penguins. "Last year, it felt like we just kind of squeaked by (in Game 4) and we kind of got lucky. We had lost (Dainius) Zubrus and we had a couple more guys (who) got injured really bad. They didn't … [Read more...] about Briere played do-or-die Game 5 on same day with Sabres in ’07

'Looking to the future, though, the Sabres are in the position to do some dealing this summer as they could have 15 NHL-calibre forwards, or more, on hand. For a team with holes on the blueline, there should be a match to be found that would allow the Sabres to shed some of their talent up front in order to solidify the back end.' … [Read more...] about Off-Season Game Plan: Sabres

'Fans have started to receive invoices for the 2008-09 season, and backers in every section will pay 8 percent to 18 percent more than last year. Season-ticket prices are rising $3 to $6 per game. That is a per-seat increase of $123 to $246 for the 41-game season. Costs for a family of four would jump between $492 and $984.' … [Read more...] about Sabres&#8217 season-ticket prices rising

'The Sabres are leaving their American Hockey League base of Rochester after 29 years, and Portland is the likely destination. The Pirates are in their third season as the top affiliate for the Anaheim Ducks. Even those with a cursory knowledge of geography know it’s a long way from Maine to California - it is the farthest trek in the AHL at more than 3,000 miles - and … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Maine Place

'The NHL has enough problems generating interest in markets that haven’t been established. The last thing it intends to do is yank a team from a passionate hockey town.' … [Read more...] about A sale of Sabres wouldn&#8217t be reason to panic

'The suit involves a case Ray brought against the union in December 2004. During the lockout, the NHLPA was paying its players a stipend of up to $10,000 a month. The money came from a fund the union collected in anticipation of the work stoppage. Ray did not receive payments because the union considered him retired, but he sued saying he wasn’t. The case was settled for … [Read more...] about Ray sues players&#8217 union for post-lockout payout

'“The Buffalo Sabres strongly believe in continuing to promote youth hockey programs throughout Western New York,” stated Buffalo Sabres Owner, B. Thomas Golisano. “The Buffalo Jr. Sabres gives these players the ability to develop their talent locally against the highest level of competition."' … [Read more...] about Sabres and sabres Alumni Association assume control of Buffalo Jr. Sabres

'The latest lawsuit is a follow up to Ray's first case against the NHLPA filed in December 2004 and settled out of court the following September. Ray had accused the NHLPA of refusing to pay him a monthly stipend -- ranging between $5,000 and $10,000 -- during the lockout which wiped out the 2004-05 season.' … [Read more...] about Retired Sabres enforcer, Ray, sues NHLPA again

'"The hardest part was first learning English. I couldn’t speak a word of English when I got there. My billet, friends, teammates helped me out. I talked to my billet the whole day and the hockey players too. The small ice, the intensity is different in Europe as well. Just everything took some adjusting to."' … [Read more...] about Q and A with Felix Schutz

'“I knew my role at the start of the tournament -- I’m going to play everywhere, in all types of situations,” said Roy, who has a goal, an assist and plays more than 12 minutes per game. “I’m taking on that role, and I’m enjoying it. I’m enjoying playing with great players, and the adjustment’s fun.”' … [Read more...] about Roy showing his versatility