Archives for April 2013

'There are also questions surrounding the status of Ryan Miller and Thomas Vanek, arguably the team's top two players. Both are set to become unrestricted free agents in the summer of 2014, and both have made comments that suggest they may not be keen on sticking around through a rebuild. Regier said no decisions have been made on the pair's futures.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Black, Regier turn the page past forgetful season

'“We have tried some things,” Regier said Monday. “Some things have worked better than others. Some things have not worked very well.”' … [Read more...] about Regier ready to run Sabres rebuild

'“The fact of the matter is as soon as we made the decision we sent it out. It could have arrived on somebody’s birthday and they could have said how callous it was. It would be disingenuous to wait to Memorial Day weekend to send it or any time else. As soon as we made the decision, we sent it out.”' … [Read more...] about Black defends hike in Sabres ticket prices

'How reassuring it must be for fans to know that Regier is ready to suffer for the cause. Come on, people. Do your part. You can start by reviewing game films of the home losses to the Canadiens and Rangers earlier this month.' … [Read more...] about More suffering, Darcy? Are you kidding?

'“I’m willing to do it. I believe our fan base is willing to do it. We certainly don’t want to extend it for a long period of time. We want to make it as short as possible, and that’s the goal.”' … [Read more...] about Regier warns Sabres’ Stanley Cup goal ‘may require some suffering’

'An agitated Black sparred with the reporters, at one point telling one to “behave yourself professionally” and that he was showing his bias. Black later apologized and sought two of them out to shake their hands.' … [Read more...] about Sabres president Black grilled at season-ending news conference

'''It may require some suffering,'' Regier said, a phrase he repeated several times during a 45-minute session. ''I understand what we're talking about here. I understand our fan base. And I would like to think that people will give up some suffering in order to win the Stanley Cup.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Regier cautions fans of more ‘suffering’

'It seemed like the Sabres just changed their opinions on how to proceed, but Regier disagrees, “The vision probably started last season at the trade deadline where we began to move in the direction of that were are going have to acquire more top players. I think it began to come clear and Terry’s been very consistent about this, it’s about building for a Stanley Cup, not a … [Read more...] about Sabres undecided on many hockey issues

'The team with the top pick after the Draft Lottery is Colorado which jumped up from the number two slot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres retain the 8th pick

Rochester Amerks face daunting task down 2-0 to Toronto (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'During the past six seasons, only seven teams have made fewer postseason appearances than Buffalo – Edmonton (zero) and Carolina, Columbus, Florida, the New York Islanders, Toronto and Winnipeg/Atlanta (one each).' … [Read more...] about Sabres are in midst of a dry spell

'“I think I’m ready,” Enroth said about being a No. 1 goalie. “I’m pretty comfortable when I have back-to-back starts and stuff like that. I think I’m ready. We’ll see what happens here.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres backup Enroth feels ready to be No. 1 goalie following strong finish

Rochester Amerks' futility vs. Toronto continues (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Toronto Marlies shut out Rochester Americans (Toronto Star) D'Amigo helps Marlies to playoff win over Americans (CP) Amerks fall to Marlies, in Game 2 (Amerks.com) Marlies Ahead by Two Games Over Rochester in Round One (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage

'“Let’s be honest. I’m not stupid. I know I have a year left and they can probably deal me for prospects, young guys, whatever else is out there,” Vanek said. “Yeah, I’ve thought about it. If it looks like it’s a long rebuild, then it probably makes sense for both parties to move on.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek open for any situation

'He desperately wants to win a Stanley Cup, but I don’t envision a parade committee assembling any time soon. The Sabres have made numerous mistakes but kept the man who made them. If you needed a reminder, they have missed the postseason two straight years, four times in six years and seven times in 11 years.' … [Read more...] about How much can fans take?