Archives for September 2001

'"I think it is extremely hard for the players to focus," commented Ruff, following the team's first day of practice. "It is not an easy process to be going through right now. This type of tragedy has touched everybody, including hockey teams." But as world leadership, especially President George W. Bush of the United States, has indicated, life … [Read more...] about Life goes on

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff on Thursday said only one of the seven defensive slots is really available, while General Manager Darcy Regier indicated the trade of a defenseman could be in the offing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres find themselves fully loaded on defense

'Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier and Rasmussen's agent, Brian Lawton, have been talking this week. Regier on Thursday seemed confident an agreement eventually could be reached. In the meantime, however, everyone else is in camp, and Buffalo's group of forwards has started to develop without Rasmussen, who made $481,250 last year.' … [Read more...] about Rasmussen not helping his own cause

'"A lot of people have asked me 'How do you feel about being No. 1?' but I haven't won that yet," he said Thursday morning after the team's workout at Jack Gatecliff Arena. "Nothing is for certain. I had a pretty good camp last year and I was there, and this year I want to be the guy in there for Game 1. I want to be the guy that's … [Read more...] about Biron's time has come

'The Sabres had scheduled various off-ice activities, including visits to the Niagara Peninsula Children's Centre, bowling outings with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, and The Standard autograph session at the Pen Centre. Katzman said the club is arranging for Big Brothers and Big Sisters to attend a pre-season game in Buffalo against … [Read more...] about Sabres stick to hockey

'Kozlov spent his first 10 NHL seasons with the Wings, winning two Stanley Cups. Some of his first words after the trade indicated he wasn't entirely pleased about coming to Buffalo, telling the Detroit Free Press he would play out his contract this season, sign a qualifying offer for one more and then become an unrestricted free agent the following year. On … [Read more...] about Motowner no more

'"I don't think you can stop living over this," Ruff said. "Obviously, there's a lot of meaning in getting back to work and doing what you're doing. We're going to have to carry on."' … [Read more...] about Brass jolted by jet attack, but it's work time

'"Maybe you have to be an American to appreciate this or work with them on a daily basis, but talking with them all morning they literally believed their country has been under attack similar to a wartime situation," he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres decide to put camp on hold

'"There were compromises from both sides. I'm pretty happy. My goal was a three-year deal, but I think Buffalo Sabres give me a fair offer."' … [Read more...] about Sabres head to camp with Zhitnik in fold

'A decision on whether any trips will be made to St. Catharines -- sessions are scheduled for tomorrow, Friday and Saturday -- hasn't been made. The team still plans to travel to Charleston, S.C., on Sunday for their bonding week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres move training camp to Amherst

'"We've always tried to create an identity as a team that can win without Dominik. And for a long time people have said, 'They'll go as far as Dominik can take them,'" defenseman Jay McKee said on Tuesday. "I think we've had something to prove for a long time."' … [Read more...] about Sabres prepare to open post-Hasek era

'The Buffalo Sabres postponed plans to open training camp at St. Catharines, Ontario, fearing delays at the Canadian border following Tuesday's terrorist attacks. Instead, the Sabres will open camp at their suburban-Buffalo practice facility Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Terrorist attacks force Sabres to change plans

'He will make about $6.5 million in the first two years, which are guaranteed. The Sabres hold the option for the final year of the contract, worth about $4 million.' … [Read more...] about Zhitnik signs with Sabres

'With that kind of commitment to extracurricular activities, Katzman said it's crucial to have the co-operation of the players and management. "They (hockey department) know it's part of the business side of hockey and have always been very receptive to it," Katzman said. As far as the players go, Katzman said he's been very happy with their … [Read more...] about Sabres arrive Tuesday

'Rick Martin said the goal is simple. "Our idea," he said, "and this is something we thought about three or four years ago, is to make our business a one-stop operation."' … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabre makes point in high-tech markets