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'“In talking to our coaches he should really end up on one of our top two lines,” Poile said. “He is a good all-around player, but I think he is going to be a real good offensive player. I’m thinking and hoping that if he has a healthy season he is going to hit his career highs here in Nashville. He has really good hands and good vision. The people … [Read more...] about Buffalo&#8217s loss is Preds&#8217 gain

'"I talked to (former Predator) Joel Bouchard and he told me good things about the town and organization,'' Dumont said. "He told me that it would be the best pick by far, and he didn't even know who the other teams were. He said (the Predators) really know how to treat everybody as a family. I wanted to go somewhere where I feel wanted and … [Read more...] about Predators get boost on offense

'"It would be great if he was, but we realize it's a possibility he may not be ready for camp," Regier told the paper. "It's possible. We're not ruling it out, but it really is one of those things that we'll monitor, and we'll just move along as time moves along."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Connolly still having concussion symptoms

Predators sign winger Dumont to two-year deal (Nashville Tennessean) Predators sign Dumont to two-year deal (AP) Winger J.P. Dumont agrees to $4.5-million US, two-year deal with Predators (CP) Predators sign RW Dumont to two-year contract (Sportsticker) Predators sign Dumont (The Sports Network) Predators sign free agent J.P. Dumont (NashvillePredators.com) Dumont Signs … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s J.P. Dumont Coverage (Updated 8:30 p.m.)

'The Sabres have already been thinned out up front this summer, with Mike Grier leaving as a free agent, Taylor Pyatt getting traded to Vancouver and J.P. Dumont on the open market after the Sabres walked away from his arbitration award. With so many departures, it will leave spots open for young players like Derek Roy and Jason Pominville to take on greater roles, while … [Read more...] about Report: Connolly still feeling effects

(In French): The Newspaper Le Journal de Montreal is reporting that J.P. Dumont will sign with the Nashville Predators. … [Read more...] about Dumont à Nashville?

'The playmaker is still suffering symptoms from his May 8 concussion, and General Manager Darcy Regier says Connolly may not be cleared to participate when camp opens.' … [Read more...] about Connolly doubtful for Sabres camp

'Let's face it, teams aren't exactly beating down his door, and there aren't many that would throw him on their top scoring line. He would get that opportunity in Buffalo, where he would flank a terrific player in Daniel Briere and become a leader on a Sabres roster dotted with youth. His value should increase.' … [Read more...] about Arbitration didn't work for Dumont

'After garnering some of the highest ratings of the season on OLN, the network announced it will use its exclusive rights to hoard seven Buffalo games this season.' … [Read more...] about OLN wants to hoard Sabres games

'Team officials have finally used the influx of Canadians who come to see Toronto to their advantage, with creative ticket pricing that fluctuates between opponents and game nights. All four home dates with the Leafs carry a hefty price tag -- tickets that climb to $150.' … [Read more...] about Poor Canadians might not get tickets

Amerks announce possible roster for 2006-07 season (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'But 3,000 people? In the middle of August? “It was crazy,” said Kevin Snow, a spokesman for the team. “We knew interest was high, but...”' … [Read more...] about SabreFest a bigger success than expected

'Detroit is considered a front-runner, but many are speculating that Dumont is comfortable in Buffalo and might return for something similar to the $1.596 million he made last year.' … [Read more...] about Canadiens yet to make offer to Dumont

'"In all the summers I've been here, there's never been this amount of excitement or interest about the Sabres," said Michael Gilbert, the team's director of public relations.' … [Read more...] about Scalpers take note: Sabres become hot ticket

Minus veterans, Amerks look to talented youth (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage