'Varada is the kind of player that is loved by the Sabres and hated by 29 other NHL teams. But all 29 other teams would love to have Varada on their team if they had the chance.' … [Read more...] about Varada marked man?
Archives for November 12, 2001
Sabres call up rookie Kotalik
'The Buffalo Sabres called up wing Ales Kotalik from the minor league Rochester Americans. Kotalik, who has never played an NHL game, leads Rochester with six goals in 13 games. He had 48 points in 52 games in the Czech league last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres call up rookie Kotalik
League sticks Varada with three games
'Varada, who could not be reached for comment Sunday, maintained his innocence Saturday night, saying, "I thought it was clean. The puck was in his skates, his head was down. I just came in and finished the check."' … [Read more...] about League sticks Varada with three games
Sabres vs. Panthers
'The Sabres have outshot opponents, 399-282, since Oct. 14 but are 5-7-1 during that span.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Panthers
Lindros Hit Nets Varada 3-Game Ban
'For his part, Lindros was as silent on the issue of the ruling as he had been following Saturday night's game. Low and Fleury also toned down their comments, though Fleury couldn't help but crack: "Three games ... ha-ha."' … [Read more...] about Lindros Hit Nets Varada 3-Game Ban
Varada gets his due
'"I can show you tapes from 100 games where Varada tries to take someone's knee out or cross-checks somebody from behind," Rangers forward Theo Fleury said. "His sole purpose for being on the ice is to try to hurt someone."' … [Read more...] about Varada gets his due
Buffalo's Varada suspended three games
'Varada is considered a "repeat offender" by the league. In October, Varada was suspended for one game for kneeing Montreal goalie Jose Theodore, who sustained a concussion.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo's Varada suspended three games
Sabres RW Varada suspended three games for careless stick use
'Varada loses $28,048, or 3/82 of his annual salary. He will miss games Monday at Florida, Tuesday at Nashville and Friday vs. Florida. He will be eligible to return Saturday at Boston.' … [Read more...] about Sabres RW Varada suspended three games for careless stick use
Varada receiving 3 game suspension
'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff was unimpressed by the incident saying, "Lindros has hit more guys in the head with his stick than Varada ever has. The big man took a dive. Tell the big man to stand up."' … [Read more...] about Varada receiving 3 game suspension