'The Sabres have been in a state of flux since former owner John Rigas of Adelphia Cable filed for bankruptcy, leaving the team under control of the league. Former Panthers defenseman Rhett Warrener said that despite the team's slow start, the players have for the most part been able to ignore the situation. "It affected some guys earlier when they were trying to get contracts," Warrener said.'
Jokinen leaves with hip injury
Source: Palm Beach Post