Archives for July 2, 2010

'The rugged winger played in three playoff games for the Sabres this past postseason after accumulating a team-high 168 penalty minutes in 66 games with the AHL Portland Pirates.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with F Cody McCormick

'McCormick had previously played in 190 NHL games over parts of five seasons with Colorado from 2003-09, accumulating 30 points (9+21) and 250 PIMs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with McCormick

'McCormick has some offensive skills, is good defensively, sticks up for teammates and as his charge at Chara showed, he's not afraid of anyone.' … [Read more...] about McCormick re-signs with Sabres

“You’re going to see someone who has very good skating ability, is a good defensive player and can bring some offense,” Regier said Thursday night inside HSBC Arena. “He had 11 goals this year. I think that’s something that we’re going to look to him to continue.” … [Read more...] about Sabres Bolster Defense With Leopold After Losses

'"I'm excited," Leopold said by phone. "Right when I found out Buffalo was interested, I talked to Tommy Vanek, gave him a call, and my wife talked to his wife. We talked about the area. I've got three kids [6- and 4-year-old girls and a 1-year-old boy], and it's one of those spots I really don't know much about, but he filled me in and I was real excited and … [Read more...] about ‘D’ train: Leopold’s in; Tallinder and Lydman out

'Yes, opportunities were there.' … [Read more...] about Sabres miss chance to improve

'Jordan Leopold may be a “nice player” to complement Tyler Myers on the blue line, but he does not fit a need area for the team. Add to the fact that other d-men like Joe Corvo remain on the open market as Day Two opens for business, and this was a clunker of a day for the Sabres’ front office. It also has become even more clear that Mike Weber and … [Read more...] about Same Needs For Sabres After Day One