Archives for June 22, 2012

'The bottom line there is this. If you wanted your GM to do something, he did. Of course we want it to work. That should go without saying. We just have no way of knowing how these things will turn out and to a degree, neither do they. This isn't to take them off the hook. Eventually, if enough of your moves don't work out you shouldn't get to keep doing the job. And I … [Read more...] about Let’s Go!

'The Sabres entered the weekend holding two first-round picks, Nos. 12 and 21. In an ideal world, they'd trade one or both for a center who can help their team immediately. If the Sabres end up making their selections, they'd probably prefer a forward before a defenseman.' … [Read more...] about Sabres like deep crop of defensemen in draft

'"We believe that the earlier 7 p.m. start time will make the travel schedule easier for our players and will make it easier for our younger fans to follow the team on school nights."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ schedule reflects new philosophy

'They have nine selections, also picking at 73, 133, 163, 193 and 204 (via Florida). There are also strong prospects in the minors and junior. And, of course, the Sabres possess a core of established roster players. Following their third postseason DNQ in five seasons, should anyone be off limits?' … [Read more...] about Sabres have assets to deal at NHL Entry draft

'“(Owner) Terry Pegula tasked us with getting the best possible schedule for our players, regardless of whether it meant sacrificing prime home weekend dates,” Sabres president Ted Black said in a statement. “As such, our schedule-making requests and decisions this year were driven by a “Hockey-First” philosophy that sought to reduce back-to-back situations and maximize the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ 2012-13 schedule features fewer back-to-back sets

'Buffalo has been trying to move Roy for a full calendar year and there has not been a market for him. With the centerman going into the final year of his deal, it may become easier.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have options at the Draft

'“Terry Pegula tasked us with getting the best possible schedule for our players regardless of whether it meant sacrificing prime home weekend dates,” said Buffalo Sabres President Ted Black. “As such, our schedule-making requests and decisions this year were driven by a 'Hockey First' philosophy that sought to reduce back-to-back situations and maximize the amount of recovery … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 2012-13 regular season schedule