Archives for August 5, 2008

'Sabres general manager Darcy Regier cites Dineen's coaching record in his three previous seasons with the Pirates, his ability to develop talent and familiarity with the Maine-based team in the announcement Tuesday. The AHL's 2006 coach of the year, Dineen has a 135-76-13 record with Portland.' … [Read more...] about Sabres retain Dineen as AHL Portland coach

'"It's been an exciting couple of weeks," Dineen said. "It took a lot of patience to hold out and let things play out in the proper way."' … [Read more...] about Pirates introduce Dineen as coach

'Pirates Managing Owner/CEO Brian Petrovek said, “This selection of Kevin Dineen as head coach expresses the Sabres’ commitment to putting together an exciting, winning team. Our fans have seen Kevin’s intensity and competitiveness, and also, his achievements over the past three seasons, and can expect more of the same moving forward. We’re just … [Read more...] about Dineen named Pirates Head Coach

'There also were indications Monday that former defenseman Eric Weinrich, who spent 17 seasons in the NHL, would be hired as an assistant under Dineen.' … [Read more...] about Dineen to coach in Portland

'"I'll be there (at the press conference)," Dineen said Monday night. "I'm excited about this opportunity."' … [Read more...] about Dineen will stay to coach Pirates