Archives for June 3, 2011

'“It was important for us to get Drew locked up,” said Regier. “What we saw from Drew this season is exactly what we envisioned when we drafted him. Drew will continue to be an important part of our team in the coming years.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with Drew Stafford

'Stafford, who was slated to become a restricted free agent this summer, established career highs with 31 goals -- one behind Thomas Vanek for the team lead despite missing 20 games due to injury -- and 52 points in 2010-11. The Wisconsin native's four hat tricks tied him for the most in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Stafford to multi-year deal

'In four-plus seasons, Stafford has 94 goals and 196 points in 317 career games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign RW Stafford to multiyear contract

'Possible replacements for McCutcheon include Clarence native Kevyn Adams, currently the Sabres’ player development coach, and popular former team captain Mike Foligno, an Anaheim assistant.' … [Read more...] about Sabres decide not to bring back McCutcheon

'McCutcheon's next assignment likely won't be determined until the Sabres decide whether to place their minor-league team in Portland or Rochester, a decision expected within the next few weeks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Ruff letting associate coach McCutcheon go

'"After you're drafted, the next goal is to prove to the team that picked you that you deserve a contract. Then the next step is making the team," said Pysyk, who feels his game has improved. "I've tried to be more of a leader vocally."' … [Read more...] about Oil Kings’ Pysyk signs three-year deal with Sabres

'The 23rd overall pick in the 2010 draft, Pysyk posted six goals and 34 assists over 63 games with the Edmonton Oil Kings of the Western Hockey League. The games played, points and assists were all career-highs for the 19-year-old Edmonton native.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign first-round pick Pysyk

'McCutcheon spent three seasons as the head coach for Buffalo's AHL affiliate, the Rochester Americans, before joining the Sabres in 2000. He complied a 128-82-9 record with Rochester, winning back-to-back Western Conference titles and making two appearances in the Calder Cup Finals.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo, associate coach McCutcheon part ways