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'"We have to get back on the ice and show people that (2003-04) wasn't a fluke, and we really do have a good team and a team that can do some damage", said Daniel Briere, who served as captain for February during the 2003-2004 season. "We have players that can step-up and maybe take a better offensive lead to this team."' … [Read more...] about Offense ready to roll

'“My job isn’t finished. Every year I know I have to prove myself,” Peters said Monday morning after a vigorous fitness skating drill as the Sabres opened training camp at HSBC Arena. “I want to be here for a long time. I want to make Buffalo my home some day and become like Rob Ray, who had a long stint and was counted on to protect his teammates … [Read more...] about Peters polishing his game

'The most intriguing part of this training camp will be what happens to the Sabres’ three goaltenders, Ryan Miller, Martin Biron, and Mika Noronen. One of the three will finally get the boot out of Buffalo, with an uncertain return. The Sabres currently hold the rights of only two goaltending prospects, Michal Valent, who remains in Europe and Adam Dennis, who turns … [Read more...] about Sabres training camp preview

'"Miro's the type of guy who waits around a lot, finds the hole in the high slot for a big shot," Briere said. "We have players, you look at myself and Chris Drury ... we're the type of players that when we have a hole, we take it to the net."' … [Read more...] about Satan gone and forgotten by Sabres teammates

'Chris Drury and Daniel Briere are thrilled to be rid of Miroslav Satan. Drury says Satan needed a change and they needed a change from him too.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres Are Finally Back

'"There will be a bit of an edge," Biron said. "It's going to be more competitive, more intense, a higher pace, more productive. Everybody is battling for a roster spot or a better position than before. Guys have developed in the way you knew they would and are ready to step in. You'll have guys working hard, and I think the guys welcome … [Read more...] about Sabres are back in business

'"My frame of mind is I'm a Buffalo Sabre," McKee said. "I'm here, and I'm more than happy and excited for camp to start. Now I can concentrate on my main goal of helping this team get into the playoffs."' … [Read more...] about McKee remains a Sabre

'"The biggest thrill for me was the '99 Stanley Cup finals," Patrick said, referring to his first season in Buffalo. "Also the biggest disappointment to lose."' … [Read more...] about Game over for Patrick

"Buffalo's longest tenured player, McKee was the Sabres first round choice (14th overall) in the 1995 NHL Entry Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Defenseman Jay McKee signs one-year contract

'The Buffalo Sabres, in conjunction with WGR Sports Radio 550, announced today that fans will be able to purchase tickets at the special price of $5.50 for the Sabres pre-season home games at HSBC Arena on Saturday, September 17 against the Washington Capitals, and Wednesday, September 28 versus the Ottawa Senators.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Announce Ticket Offer For Pre-season Games

'Darcy Regier said on Thursday that McKee still fits in the Sabres team, but he must prove he can get through a season without being hurt.' … [Read more...] about McKee In The Fold

'McKee will earn $1.6 million this season before becoming an unrestricted free agent in 2006.' … [Read more...] about McKee accepts Sabres qualifying offer

'Drafted 14th overall in 1995, McKee is the longest-tenured current Sabre, having made his debut in 1995-96. In 507 career games, he has 12 goals, 70 assists and 413 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign D McKee

'"We're very glad to have Jay under contract," said general manager Darcy Regier. He's been a valuable contributor to this team for the last eight years. We can now begin training camp on Monday knowing that we have all of our players under contract."' … [Read more...] about McKee signs with Sabres

'TSN has learned that the Buffalo Sabres and restricted free agent defenceman Jay McKee have agreed to a one-year, $1.6-million contract for the upcoming season.' … [Read more...] about McKee signs