Sabres Patrick retires after 21 years in NHLSource: AP ‘Veteran Sabres defenseman James Patrick, who spent 21 years in the NHL, retired Thursday and accepted an assistant coaching position with the team.’ Related posts: Adelphia Founder John Rigas Gets 15 Years; Son, 20 Adelphia founder sentenced to 15 years Good news for Sabres Senators sign free agent LW Hamel Hasek retires as one of the true greats