Archives for July 17, 2001

'With the departure of Hasek and Peca, two of Buffalo's central figures from their 1999 Stanley Cup finals appearance, so goes the odds of Buffalo getting back to the finals any time soon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres moving in a youthful direction

'After nearly four months of negotiations, the teams finally agreed yesterday on a revamped four-year affiliation that gives the Sabres full responsibility for player personnel and ensures the Amerks financial viability.' … [Read more...] about Amerks, Sabres stay together

'The signing of highly touted defenseman Henrik Tallinder and right winger Ales Kotalik by the Buffalo Sabres means the Rochester Americans should have a new scoring threat up front but not necessarily a better defense.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign a pair of young prospects