Archives for March 10, 2003

'''It's a cold, harsh, stark reality of where we are as a franchise,'' Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. ''But it's an opportunity to reaccelerate the building process for what will amount to focus on not only next season, but even more so, beyond a new collective bargaining agreement.'' Regier said he consulted … [Read more...] about Sabres trade two veterans

'``It's something you play for ever since you were a little kid, to lift that cup over your head,'' Barnes said. ``I'm looking forward to being part of it, to be part of another chance for a Cup.''' … [Read more...] about Stars get C Barnes, D Odelein in separate deals

'Barnes, 33, had 11 goals and 21 assists as Buffalo's captain this season. In four-plus seasons with the Sabres, he had 67 goals and 105 assists.' … [Read more...] about NHL's Stars Get Odelein From Chicago, Stu Barnes From Buffalo

'"Stu has been a tremendous leader for our organization," said Buffalo general manager Darcy Regier. "He is a tremendous individual and has been a great asset to the organization and the community. We wish him the best in Dallas."' … [Read more...] about Sabres send Barnes to Stars for Ryan, second-round pick

'A menacing presence on the ice Ray has just 40 goals and 50 assists but has led the NHL in penalty minutes twice during his 14 seasons.' … [Read more...] about Senators Trade for Tough Guy Ray

'Barnes was a key member of the Sabres team that played the Stars in the 1999 Stanley Cup Finals and should strengthen the third and fourth lines. Barnes was Buffalo's third-leading scorer with 32 points, including 11 goals.' … [Read more...] about Stars acquire two players for stretch

'"That's why this time I was just trying to stay focused with Rochester. I'm well aware of how many injuries the Sabres have had up here this year and how many Rochester has had. I know that there have been a lot of players called up this year from Rochester. I didn't let it bother me because I felt that sooner or later I would get the call."' … [Read more...] about Last chance at NHL?

'Ray has no points and 92 penalty minutes in 41 games this season. For his career, he has 40 goals and 50 assists.' … [Read more...] about Senators Obtain Ray From Sabres a Day Before Trade Deadline

'The Stars have also acquired veteran centre Stu Barnes from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Mike Ryan and a second-round draft pick...Ryan (6'1'', 180 lbs.) was the Stars first choice (32nd overall) in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft. As a senior at Northeastern University, Ryan led his team in scoring with 18 goals, 14 assists, and 32 points in 34 games. Eight … [Read more...] about Stars add Odelein, Barnes

'A Sabres spokesman had no comment regards the transaction, but a source in Dallas said the deal was done and that Barnes would be joining the Western Conference leaders perhaps in time for Tuesday’s game vs. Columbus.' … [Read more...] about Stars acquire Barnes, is Gilmour next?

'``His contributions on and off the ice, and his leadership and dedication to the Buffalo Sabres have made him a team player in every sense,'' Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres deal Ray to Senators

'Ray, a right wing whose 3,189 penalty minutes rank fifth all time in league history and the most ever with one team, does not have a point in 41 games this season. But he adds a toughness to the Senators, who lead the Eastern Conference with 94 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ship Ray to Senators

'"Rob has been an invaluable member of our organization for the last 14 seasons," said Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier. "His contributions on and off the ice and his leadership and dedication to the Buffalo Sabres have made him a team player in every sense. We wish him the very best as he joins Ottawa in their playoff push and quest for the … [Read more...] about Sabres deal popular Ray to Ottawa

'The compensation is yet to be determined, but sources tell FOXSports.com that it’s contingent on how much time Ray plays in the remaining games and the post-season. It’s not likely, however, that it will go beyond a fourth or fifth-round draft pick.' … [Read more...] about Sens deal for Sabres' enforcer Rob Ray

'The 14-year NHL veteran has spent his entire career with the Sabres, recording 40 goals, 50 assists and 3,189 penalty minutes in 889 games. In 55 career playoff games, Ray has five points (3-2) and 169 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Senators add muscle in acquiring Rob Ray