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'Thomas Vanek, the Gophers hockey star who was drafted No. 1 by Buffalo two years ago, expects to hear this week whether the Sabres will pay him the maximum signing bonus to sign a contract. If not, Vanek will probably return to the Gophers for his junior season.' … [Read more...] about U newcomers provide depth

'"There were, because of the collective bargaining agreement expiring and because of the opportunity he had to play in Russia and the uncertain future, more considerations in respect to other deals that we've done," Regier said. "But Dmitri's agent (Jay Grossman) worked hard to find a solution, and in the end we were successful."' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to Kalinin deal

'``It was very important to our organization to get Dmitri under contract,'' Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. ``He's a young defenseman that really took a major step forward last season.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign D Kalinin

'Had he not re-signed with the Sabres before September 1, Kalinin would have been ineligible to play in the league next season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign D Kalinin

'Kalinin was searching for a multi year deal, but didn't get it which makes me wonder if this was all a bluff by his agent.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres Get In Under The Deadline To Sign Kalinin

'For the second-consecutive season, Kalinin led all Sabres’ defenseman in goals (10), while setting career-highs in assists (24), points (34) and goals. He also led all Buffalo defenseman in games played (77) during the 2003-04 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Ink Kalinin to One-Year Deal

'University of Minnesota hockey sophomore center Thomas Vanek was back from Austria and lifting weights with teammates this week, but word is the Buffalo Sabres are preparing to offer him whatever it will take to sign him. Chances remain strong that he'll end up turning professional. Classes at Minnesota begin Sept. 7.' … [Read more...] about Fan loyalty plays into Vikings bidding

'Vanek, who was drafted fifth overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 2003, is reportedly considering leaving school to play junior in an effort to become an NHL free agent if the Sabres don't sign him. "There's nothing definitive with his situation," said McCrimmon, who drafted Vanek in the 2001 Import Draft and still holds his rights on a special college … [Read more...] about Wheat Kings' Finn checks in

'Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said Friday the two sides held talks earlier in the day, and that negotiations are scheduled to continue through the weekend.' … [Read more...] about Sabres face deadline to re-sign D Kalinin

'The Buffalo Sabres have six days to sign defenseman Dmitri Kalinin to a long-term pact or they will lose him to a Russian club for the upcoming season.' … [Read more...] about Kalinin has Russian pact, forcing a deadline for Sabres

'The 2004 World Cup of Hockey is expected to be one of the most exciting international hockey tournaments in history. Eight hockey-playing nations featuring 150 NHL players, will compete in the two-week tournament that runs from August 30 through September 14, 2004.' … [Read more...] about Five Sabres Prepare for the Cup

'“I never hurt so many guys as I did last year,” said Peters, who led the Sabres in penalty minutes with 151 in just 42 games. “I don’t mean injuring them, but as far as the power of my punch and learning to throw a proper punch. “Before I’d throw a haymaker, now it’s short and accurate.”' … [Read more...] about Peters polishing pugilistic skills

'...but he found the time to sit down with Sabres.com to discuss some of the more personal aspects of his life.' … [Read more...] about Beyond the Boards… Daniel Briere

Relive all the excitement of last season with “2003-04 A Season in Review”. This six-part DVD highlights the Sabres entire 2003-04 season. … [Read more...] about 2003-04 A Season in Review

'``I think I got a lot out of it. It wasn't a slap across the face,'' Biron said. ``It's time for me to take the bull by the horns and take this group of guys to the playoffs.''' … [Read more...] about Biron awarded $2.8 million deal; Sabres re-sign Dumont, Brown