Archives for 2016

'A former first-round draft pick, Kane made his NHL debut for the then-Atlanta Thrashers in 2009 at the age of 18. His career has been a story of unfulfilled on-ice promise and clashes with teammates — now against a backdrop of increasingly sordid off-ice accusations.' … [Read more...] about NHL’s most odious punk adds assault suit to ugly offseason

'Kane's actions are described as "unwanted, unconsented to, violent and offensive in nature physical battery," according to court papers.' … [Read more...] about Woman sues, says Sabres’ Evander Kane injured her

'Court described Kane's actions as "unwanted, unconsented to, violent and offensive in nature physical battery," according to court papers filed in Erie County State Supreme Court.' … [Read more...] about Woman files suit against Sabres’ Kane

'"He certainly denies strenuously any wrongdoing," defense attorney Paul J. Cambria Jr. said outside the courthouse after Kane's court appearance.' … [Read more...] about Evander Kane pleads not guilty in Buffalo bar incident

'“The allegations that I read in the paper and so on are extremely exaggerated,” said defense attorney Paul J. Cambria Jr. “I’ve seen the video – the video doesn’t back these things up.”' … [Read more...] about Kane’s lawyer disputes bouncer’s claims

'“We are preparing the countersuit now with my partner handling the civil action,” said Cambria, Kane’s criminal attorney.' … [Read more...] about Evander Kane sued over December assault allegations

'Cambria maintained Kane’s innocence, telling reporters that video evidence “does not support” the alleged charges.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kane pleads not guilty

'His lawyer, Paul Cambria, has questioned why Kane was charged with trespassing when he was invited to the bar by its owner. Cambria called the allegations "extremely exaggerated" while saying his client "denies strenuously any wrongdoing."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kane pleads not guilty to charges in NY bar incident

'Kane did not speak during his court appearance, with his attorney entering the plea for him.' … [Read more...] about Sabres F Kane pleads not guilty to multiple charges

'"If he were convicted of a violation level offense, the maximum sentence to those is 30 days," said Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Flaherty. "If one were convicted of a B-misdemeanor offense, the maximum sentence to that will be 90 days. The reality is that for first-time offenders, whether you are a hockey player or just an ordinary guy, you usually rarely go to … [Read more...] about Kane Pleads Not Guilty to Misdemeanor Charges

'The depositions by three women who were customers and a man who worked as a bouncer at the club, with names redacted, were obtained Tuesday by The Buffalo News.' … [Read more...] about Women at Chippewa bar detail aggressive action by Sabres’ Evander Kane

'When the bouncer approached Kane to talk to him about the complaints from several women, Kane responded, "I'm going to pretend I didn't hear you."' … [Read more...] about Court documents: Sabres’ Evander Kane grabbed woman’s neck, fought bouncer at bar

'Why stop now? Truth is, there is merit to it all, because if the Buffalo Sabres were ever to auction off their troubled star, the Canucks would be one of the teams interested.But should Vancouver make a pitch for Kane if he’s ever made available via trade? There are plenty who think it’s a good idea. It’s not. Here are five reasons why...'. … [Read more...] about Five reasons the Canucks should pass on Evander Kane

'Kane’s work as a celebrity bartender, or guest bartender, does not figure into the SLA’s investigation, but rather how the bar handled Kane’s alleged misbehavior that resulted in police involvement, a source close to the investigation said. Two other law enforcement sources said Kane was allowed to go behind the bar and serve drinks.' … [Read more...] about State Liquor Authority investigating Evander Kane incident at downtown bar

'The Sabres have to also dump salary in two years to re-sign centres Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart and trading Kane to address other roster needs could also work in the Canucks’ favour. If Vesey goes elsewhere, the Sabres may want a left-winger in return, such as Baertschi, or a prospect like right-winger Jake Virtanen in a possible package deal. The Sabres also need a veteran … [Read more...] about Wayward winger Evander Kane would fill Canucks’ scoring needs