'Not very strong, tends to shy away from physical contact although he has tried to work on that aspect of his game. His skills are highly regarded by NHL scouts but many question how and if his game will translate to the North American game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select Marek Zagrapan with #13 overall, Gogulla #48
The Sabres Report - Jul 31, 2005
The Sabres Report - Jul 30, 2005
Sabres draft Zagrapan, six defensemen
Sabres Trade for Buffalo Native
Originally a native of Buffalo, New York, Kennedy has appeared in 110 games for the Sioux-City Musketeers of the United States Hockey League the last two seasons. In that span, he recorded 39 goals and 41 assists for 80 points, while posting 154 penalty minutes. … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade for Buffalo Native
16 Players in 4 Days, Part 4
Sabres Make Zagrapan Top Pick; No Offer For Satan
'Sabres GM Darcy Regier told WGR 550's Paul Hamilton that he has not yet spoken with Satan, but plans to do so by Sunday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Make Zagrapan Top Pick; No Offer For Satan
Sabres select C Zagrapan with first-round pick
'He turns 19 in December and is expected to continue playing in the juniors next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres select C Zagrapan with first-round pick
Sabres scout homegrown talent
'"There is, in the right situation, an opportunity to be able to draft a prospect from the Western New York area," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said. "There are (local) kids in this draft we're going to consider."' … [Read more...] about Sabres scout homegrown talent
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Ryan Miller to attend Team USA Training Camp (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
The Sabres Report - Jul 29, 2005
Kalinin, Fitzpatrick back with Sabres
'Kalinin, among the Sabres' top two blue-liners, will make $1.33 million next season.' … [Read more...] about Kalinin, Fitzpatrick back with Sabres
Sabres focused on bolstering defense in draft
'"We went into last year's draft, as we're going into this year's draft, looking for a defenseman again," Regier said this week. "But you end up looking at a defenseman and a forward, and you can't go by the forward to get the defenseman, so you end up with another forward."' … [Read more...] about Sabres focused on bolstering defense in draft
Pair of Sabres Invited to USA Hockey Camp
On Thursday, USA Hockey announced the 39 players who have been invited to compete for a roster spot when Team USA vies for the Olympic gold medal in Turino, Italy this February. Among the group were Buffalo Sabres Chris Drury (pictured left) and Ryan Miller. … [Read more...] about Pair of Sabres Invited to USA Hockey Camp
16 Players in 4 Days, Part 3
Sabres.com examines four players who may be available around picks nine through 12: Ryan O'Marra; Carey Price; Marc Staal; and Jack Skille. … [Read more...] about 16 Players in 4 Days, Part 3
Sabres open-minded about the draft
'"We won't really have an idea how it will shake out until the first six or seven players are drafted," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres open-minded about the draft
Kalinin, Fitzpatrick, MacArthur in fold
'MacArthur will begin his pro career with the Rochester Americans, but he is one of the Sabres' top prospects. He had 30 goals and 44 assists in 58 games last season for Medicine Hat of the Western Hockey League. "He's a complete player with a solid two-way game," Regier said. "He's a very responsible player, has strong character, is a terrific competitor and can create some … [Read more...] about Kalinin, Fitzpatrick, MacArthur in fold
Trio of Tigers sign at deadline
'MacArthur, a second-round 2003 pick of the Buffalo Sabres, said the contract process was nervewracking at times following the NHL signing a new collective bargaining agreement last week. "The first day I think everyone got pretty much lowballed in the whole league, so we were all sweating," he said while vacationing with his family in Penticton, B.C. "It … [Read more...] about Trio of Tigers sign at deadline