Archives for September 19, 2008

'“I’ve been waiting for this,” Numminen said. “I feel good, I feel strong... I feel healthy.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Numminen return

'“For the team to come out and to sign guys that are (free agents), it’s a huge commitment by the team, by ownership,” Pominville said. “Again, that’s why everybody chose to stay here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres lock up Pominville for five years

'"Hopefully, we're a year older. And hopefully, we're a little more mature," Miller said. "We've got to take our lesson from last year."' … [Read more...] about Sabres eager to rebound after missing playoffs

'With the signings of Miller and Pominville, as well as the signings of Jochen Hecht, Derek Roy and Thomas Vanek, the Sabres have a core to work with and to build off of for the next few years. If you go just by the length of contracts, Miller, Pominville, Roy and Vanek will be together for at least five years. Combine that with draft picks like Nathan Gerbe and other up and … [Read more...] about Regier’s redemption

'Dineen possesses a proven track record as an NHL player and as an AHL coach. He should provide the young Portland roster with similar strong guidance that Randy Cunneyworth provided in Rochester. In addition, the hiring of NHL veteran defenseman Eric Weinrich as Dineen's top assistant should help the development of Portland's fresh-faced defense corps.' … [Read more...] about A new beginning

'Paetsch has basically been a regular in the Buffalo lineup since the 2006 Eastern Conference Finals against Carolina when he had to step in and play during a time when defensemen were going down at each turn. During the 2006-07 season, most people would have told you that they expected Paetsch to be a full-time NHL player in no time, but that never developed last season.' … [Read more...] about Paetsch, Weber to battle for seventh defenseman slot

'The Buffalo Sabres and Jason Pominville agreed to terms on a five-year, $26.5 million contract extension, keeping the right winger in Buffalo through the 2013-14 season. Pominville will earn $4.5 million in the first year of the deal and $5.5 million in each of the final four years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Pominville agree to five-year contact extension

'"I was talking to [coach] Lindy [Ruff]. The environment that we live in is very different than the pre-lockout CBA," Regier told ESPN.com. "With the offer sheets and unrestricted free agency at the latest at 27 -- it forces teams to make decisions earlier and to make them for a longer period of time. And, obviously, the players have the same decisions. And as … [Read more...] about Sabres rebounding from past offseason woes

'“Not only did we draft him, but he is someone who has grown up in this organization, along with others, and has continued to get better and better,” Regier said. “He just brings a lot of qualities. As was pointed out to me numerous times, he was the 19th-leading scorer in the National Hockey League [with 80 points]. Lindy [Ruff] and the coaching staff rely on … [Read more...] about Pominville will stay with Sabres

'On Thursday, you could see the Sabres’ future. You take one look at Myers, and it’s hard not to get excited about the Sabres’ potential.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are filling out quite nicely