'While pulling Miller from the starting lineup before Game 5 and inserting journeyman backup Tom Askey created a stir, and also may have provided much-needed spark to the Amerks, it could also help Miller’s advancement as a pro. ”I think it’s just part of the growth process,” Regier told WNSA-FM (107.7). “This is not a straight line to the top … [Read more...] about Miller backs up Askey but knows it's part of process
The Sabres Report - Apr 29, 2004
Golisano, Wilson square off in charity match
'Tom Golisano had no idea what he was getting himself into when he agreed to Friday night’s charity tennis match against the wife of Bills owner Ralph Wilson. "I knew she was into tennis,” said the founder and CEO of Paychex. “But I thought she was just a recreational player like me.”' … [Read more...] about Golisano, Wilson square off in charity match
The Sabres Report - Apr 28, 2004
Sabres' games headed to WGR radio
'"Landing the Sabres will significantly boost that station's prospects," he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' games headed to WGR radio
The Sabres Report - Apr 27, 2004
Hecht Gets Garmany A Tie At World Championships
'Sabres winger Jochen Hecht scored a third period goal to help Germany tie Latvia Monday at the World Championships in the Czech Republic.' … [Read more...] about Hecht Gets Garmany A Tie At World Championships
The Sabres Report - Apr 26, 2004
Sabres at the World Cup
'Thomas Vanek, the Sabres’ top pick in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, is the leading scorer after Sunday’s action at the 2004 World Championships.' … [Read more...] about Sabres at the World Cup
Hecht And Noronen Lead Their Teams In The Czech Republic
'Sabres goaltender Mika Noronen made 15 saves as Finland opened the World Championships with a 4-2 win over the United States. Sabres captain Chris Drury had a goal for the Americans while Jeff Jillson has an assist.' … [Read more...] about Hecht And Noronen Lead Their Teams In The Czech Republic
The Sabres Report - Apr 25, 2004
Ruff assumes pole position on coaching merry-go-round
'Don't think for a second that Ruff is on deck for the chopping block. His job is safe for the foreseeable future.' … [Read more...] about Ruff assumes pole position on coaching merry-go-round
The Sabres Report - Apr 23, 2004
Entercom to buy WNSA for $10.5M
'Entercom will likely shift the Sabres games and sports programming over to its own WGR-AM and put a music format on WNSA.' … [Read more...] about Entercom to buy WNSA for $10.5M
World Championships Update
Sabres’ defenseman Jeff Jillson scored Team USA’s fourth goal in the 4-0 exhibition win over Germany Wednesday. Jillson knocked in a drop-pass in the center slot that went through the five-hole and into the center of the net. … [Read more...] about World Championships Update
Rammer Provides Bolts With Balance - And Stories
'He played 1,159 games in 14 seasons for Buffalo and never took a night off. He chased Bobby Orr and checked anything that moved. He had eight 20-goal seasons while hounding the awesome likes of Guy Lafleur and Mike Bossy. Ramsay was 175 pounds of pain in the butt, especially at penalty killing. He played 776 consecutive games, the fourth-longest streak in NHL history. It … [Read more...] about Rammer Provides Bolts With Balance – And Stories
The Sabres Report - Apr 21, 2004
Buffalo Sabres 2003-2004 Season Review
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The Sabres Report - Apr 20, 2004
Ten Sabres take aim at the Worlds
Representing Team USA are forwards Chris Drury and Mike Grier, along with defenseman Jeff Jillson. Drury and Grier have had quite a history together after winning the NCAA Championship in 1994-95 season. … [Read more...] about Ten Sabres take aim at the Worlds
The Sabres Report - Apr 15, 2004
2004 Buffalo Sabres Hockey School
The Buffalo Sabres Hockey School is designed for youth hockey players looking to sharpen their basic on-ice skills, stickhandling, passing and shooting. It also gives each participant the opportunity to learn from their favorite Buffalo Sabres Players! … [Read more...] about 2004 Buffalo Sabres Hockey School
The Sabres Report - Apr 12, 2004
Veteran Patrick Provided Leadership, Positive Influence
'“James Patrick has a big influence on this team. This is a guy who really leads by example. While he may be the oldest player on the team, he certainly doesn’t act it. He’s probably in better shape than the rest of us. In fact, he’s in tremendous shape. He puts the rest of us to shame."' … [Read more...] about Veteran Patrick Provided Leadership, Positive Influence
Sabres brass sees a solid foundation
'Yet the reality is the team lost $10 million and there is a very real possibility the NHL may have a shortened season in 2004-05 because of prolonged negotiations between the league and the National Hockey League Players' Association over a collective bargaining agreement. The team's losses were about 40 percent more than what Golisano had initially projected … [Read more...] about Sabres brass sees a solid foundation