Archives for July 2002

'Noronen went 4-3-1 with a 2.66 goals-against average and .894 save percentage in 10 games with Buffalo last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with G Noronen

A rally to keep the Buffalo Sabres in Buffalo is now postponed. The Support Our Sabres campaign planned to hold the event in Niagara Square on July 26th. … [Read more...] about Rally to Keep Sabres in Buffalo Postponed

'Ruff, in Rochester for the Tour's Challenge golf event, said current Amerks coach Randy Cunneyworth and former Amerks coach John Van Boxmeer are both being considered.' … [Read more...] about Ruff searching for assistant

'The Sabres are decorated with finesse players, softies who show up once every three games. Regier has not provided an education, but here's hoping he's getting one. Nobody wants a team filled with goons, but they are demanding one team filled with heart. Fans will spend their hard-earned money if they see an honest effort in return.' … [Read more...] about Will Sabres stick around? It's up to you

'The 32-year-old Smehlik made $1.65 million for the Sabres last season, one that was plagued by injuries and an occasional benching from coach Lindy Ruff. Smehlik missed 15 games with a shoulder injury and finished with three goals and a career-low nine points in 60 games.' … [Read more...] about Smehlik heading for Atlanta

'The 32-year-old Smehlik had three goals and six assists this past season in 60 games with the Sabres. He has 47 goals and 135 assists in 589 career National Hockey League games, all with Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Atlanta Thrashers Sign Free-Agent Defenseman Richard Smehlik

'Cunneyworth would offer something the Sabres coaching staff has lacked the past two years -- someone not far removed from playing. He retired after playing the 1999-2000 season with the Amerks and was skating for the Sabres the year before in the Stanley Cup finals.' … [Read more...] about Cunneyworth makes bid to join Sabres' staff

'Smehlik, 32, will receive $2.5 million this season, an increase from his $1.65 million deal last year with Buffalo. But that is the only part of the agreement that is guaranteed. The Thrashers have one-season options for the next two years at the same salary.' … [Read more...] about Smehlik to shore up defense, teach young guys

'While no NHL club was mentioned, Powers believes the group was interested in bringing the financially-troubled Buffalo Sabres to town. The NHL recently took over day-to-day operations of the Sabres pending the possible sale of the franchise to an owner committed to keeping the team in the Queen City. The group in contact with Hamilton had indicated territorial … [Read more...] about Pricetag of $75m kills city's NHL dream

'The Atlanta Thrashers, trying to address a glaring weakness on defense, signed free agent Richard Smehlik on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Thrashers sign free agent defenseman

'"We are very pleased to have added a player with Richard's experience to our lineup," Atlanta general manager Don Waddell said. "He is a proven veteran who will provide us with leadership and stabilizing presence on our blue line."' … [Read more...] about Thrashers sign free agent D Smehlik

Thursday, October 10th vs. NY Islanders … [Read more...] about Sabres Schedule Announced

'Picture a Buffalo Destroyers game: loud music, games, giveaways, cheerleaders and fan promotions - and that's all before you reach your seat. Hamister, who owns the arena football team, thinks the same technique can work for Sabres hockey.' … [Read more...] about Hamister's star rises as Sabres suitor

'City officials held serious talks as recently as 11 days ago to discuss the possibility of a National Hockey League team moving temporarily to Copps Coliseum...While no specific NHL team was identified, Powers believes the group was interested in bringing the financially-troubled Buffalo Sabres to town. "There appeared to be an urgency to the situation. I think it … [Read more...] about NHL team pondered a brief move to Copps

Although terms have not been finalized, Smehlik is expected to get a one-year contract with an option for a second season. He made $1.65 million last season with Buffalo. … [Read more...] about Thrashers close to deal with Smehlik