Archives for July 2006

'Only this turf war had nothing to do with Nolan. Look, the guy isn't about to cause trouble less than two months into the job after serving a nine-year sentence on charges that are still unclear. This was all Wang, the brilliant billionaire owner with a 5-cent brain when it comes to running an NHL franchise.' … [Read more...] about Nolan stuck in middle of Isles mess

'Briere, 28, earned $1.938 million US last season when he put up with 58 points (25-33) in only 48 games and added 19 points (8-11) in 18 playoff games. It's expected he'll get a one-year award of between $4 million to $6 million.' … [Read more...] about Briere goes ahead with hearing case, Kapanen avoids arbitration

'The rumored new design features a modified version of the buffalo, in blue and yellow. And although the team has not officially released the design, it is sparking lots of controversy.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Not Crazy About Rumored New Logo

'Last week, Luce was fired as Sabres director of player personnel after 19 seasons in their front office. "All I know is they called me in and said they weren't renewing my contract," said Luce, who would only say he wasn't surprised to be fired. "I could see the direction they were taking."' … [Read more...] about Luce lips sink ships, not OHL rumours

Florida agrees to terms with LW David Booth (Amerks.com) Thorburn at Henrietta Countrymax Saturday (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'"I think that the team now in Edmonton will be not the same like last year," Spacek said by phone from the Czech Republic. "I was there for four months, and we had a great run in the playoffs, but we barely made the playoffs. We had to get big help from San Jose and Anaheim. With what I was watching from Buffalo, I think that it's a younger team and I … [Read more...] about Spacek's arrival a bit late

'That's one of Regier's greatest strengths. He's committed to doing what's best for the long-term health of the franchise and, by extension, the fans. He's not about trying to win at all costs, baiting big fish with big bucks. As a result, few if any hockey departments operate with less room for error. But Regier embraces the challenge. Always … [Read more...] about Darcy's way helps Sabres stay healthy

'The speculation has been that the Sabres won't trade Biron until starting goalie Ryan Miller is re-signed, wanting to keep as much leverage as possible in contract talks with the restricted free agent, but Regier downplayed that Wednesday. "It's not a necessity," he said. "I suppose on one hand, it might be nice, but on the other hand it's … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Darcy Regier still taking calls for goalie Martin Biron

'"This kicks it off and next week is a much fuller week," Sabres GM Darcy Regier said Wednesday. "We may have set a league record." Essentially an arbitration hearing features a club knocking down a player's worth and the agent highlighting his value before an independent arbitrator delivers a one-or two-year award no more than 48 hours … [Read more...] about It's salary arbitration time in the NHL with Briere case kicking it off Thursday

'The 28-year-old could be in for a big payday. The Chicago Blackhawks recently reached a three-year, $18 million deal with forward Martin Havlat, who has similar career numbers. Briere has 241 points in 290 games over his last four seasons.' … [Read more...] about Briere first to go in arbitration hearings

'The first case of the year will feature co-captain Daniel Briere, who averaged more than a point per game last year while making $1.9 million. Similar players have been getting substantially bigger contracts this summer, and the center has a successful record at the hearings. He earned a $950,000 raise in 2004. Left wing Ales Kotalik, with a hearing set for Tuesday, is … [Read more...] about Briere to lead off hearings

'“It looks like a colostomy bag.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans say new logo stinks

'"I have NO intention of disrespecting Mr. Malarchuk," says Pennsylvanian Bill Herold, who admits he received many negative emails from people who accused him of poor taste. He says he cut off the sale early, taking $40 (U.S.) from an anonymous buyer. "It was simply done to show his courage and bravery. ... Hockey players always get stitched up and get right … [Read more...] about Fitting tribute or just bloody poor taste?

'Pyatt earned $989,720 US last year on the Sabres fourth line and was deemed a luxury the financially-strapped team couldn't afford.' … [Read more...] about Grabbing a slice of Pyatt

'You can buy a great meal in an upscale Buffalo-area restaurant for two-thirds what it would cost in Boston or New York; or park your car, enjoy a night on the town or rent an apartment, do a myriad of things for a fraction of what it would cost in a big market. What you can't do is re-sign a $4 million defenseman.' … [Read more...] about Jay walking keeps Sabres off one-way street