Archives for October 2001

Regier, who had originally expected a shorter-term deal, said it was the Rigas family that brought up the six-year offer. “It's tremendous confidence that they have in me, and it's a tremendous commitment on their part. Certainly it's a commitment that I take very seriously and I expect to fulfill it,” said Regier. … [Read more...] about The Darcy Deal is doneOe Finally!

He's never going to swing Buffalo News writer Melissa Geschwind around by her hair and bang her head into a locker. He's never going to bolt from the ice during a playoff game and disappear into the night only to be found the next morning in an emergency room getting handcuffs cut off. And he's never going to show up for a press conference some day in a yellow … [Read more...] about Sabres, Biron blessed in first win of the season

The Buffalo Sabres new captain had to prove his worth Saturday night in HSBC Arena. Before the opening game of the season, Stu Barnes had been appointed as the new captain of the Sabres. Unfortunately for Barnes and his teammates, Buffalo could only muster 1 goal against the Atlanta Thrashers in a 2-1 defeat. This time, Barnes was determined to prove his merit. Barnes came … [Read more...] about The new captain comes up big

'"Last year, on more than one occasion, it was a difficult decision deciding between the two," centre Curtis Brown said. "When you start comparing players, it's not fair, and obviously everyone has to be very careful. Marty, for instance, is a lot younger, but he has great potential."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' Biron emerges from Hasek's shadow

'"The goaltending, obviously, at both ends of the ice was unbelievable," Barnes said. "We played strong in the third and there's no question that it's a great victory, coming back against such a good team. It's so hard to come back against them."' … [Read more...] about Barnes settles goaltending duel

'In four games against the Rangers last season LW J.P. Dumont scored five goals on 10 shots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Rangers

'The Rangers are 2-5-1 in their last eight home openers, including a 3-1 victory over Montreal last season.' … [Read more...] about Rangers-Sabres scouting report

'"We could have rolled over, but to our credit the guys battled back to get it done," Sabres center Curtis Brown said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' captain nets winner at crunch time

'The Sabres announced Saturday that General Manager Darcy Regier has signed a new six-year contract. As per team policy, terms of the deal - which was signed sometime during the offseason - were not disclosed. Regier, who has held his post since June 11, 1997, said his own salary is in line with the team's famously frugal tendencies.' … [Read more...] about Regier signs extension through 2007

'When Stu Barnes became Buffalo's first captain in 18 months Thursday, it was somewhat overlooked that Woolley had been defrocked. Rob Ray retained his "A," while Rhett Warrener became a permanent assistant in place of Woolley.' … [Read more...] about Woolley taken off the 'A-train'

'The Senators were guilty of 10 giveaways and allowed an alarming five odd-man rushes in the first period, but luckily escaped down just 1-0 thanks to Lalime.' … [Read more...] about Lalime can't save Sens

'If Atlanta and Tampa Bay flounder as expected, that legitimately leaves 10 teams -- Toronto, Pittsburgh, Boston, New York Rangers, Carolina, Florida, Ottawa, Buffalo, Montreal and the Isles -- fighting for the final five playoff spots.' … [Read more...] about Sens, Sabres provide an Isle of opportunity

'The Buffalo Sabres have many leaders, but it was their new captain that gave them their first win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3, Senators 2

'Last season, Buffalo was just 2-23-2 when trailing after two periods.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Ottawa 2

'General manager Darcy Regier signed a six-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres, who reached the Stanley Cup finals once during his four years with the team. Regier came to the Sabres before the 1997-98 season from the New York Islanders. In each of his four seasons with the Sabres, the team reached the playoffs. In 1999, the Sabres lost to Dallas in the Stanley Cup … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Regier to six-year contract