Archives for May 8, 2008

'“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

'“Felix is a great competitor who plays at a high skill level,” Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said. “His experience in both the QMJHL and German Elite League last season has rounded his game perfectly for the professional level.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Schutz

'Former Buffalo Sabres enforcer Rob Ray is suing the NHLPA in New York Supreme Court over the payout of millions of dollars from the union's so-called war chest after the lockout was resolved. Ray originally sued the NHLPA after the union excluded him from receiving monthly payments during the '04-'05 lockout. After he settled that lawsuit, the union made lump-sum payouts to … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres enforcer Ray sues NHLPA