‘Mair showed no signs of wear during two 45-minute practices in HSBC Arena. He remains on the injured list until further notice and will likely watch Thursday’s game against the Phoenix Coyotes. Given the offseason makeover that calls for more bite in their game, common sense suggests the Sabres want him back in the lineup sooner than later.’
Archives for October 6, 2009
Lydman trying to get ready
‘”I guess it’s a little better but there are still some issues there. It’s closer definitely. I can do full practice now and I don’t have to sit on the bench for some drills. I can go out there at least and feel like I’m part of this team. Shooting is right now the biggest issue. No slap shots at the moment, it’s just little wristers and they’re not very hard right now.”‘
No decisions for now
‘Tim Kennedy has a two-way contract that would allow him to be sent back to the AHL Portland Pirates without clearing waivers. Tyler Myers can also be sent back to the WHL and Kelowna Rockets. The remaining 22 players would have to clear waivers to be sent down.’