Archives for July 2006

'Lips are tight on why Luce won’t be back, but what’s bad for Buffalo might be good for the Tonawandas. Word has it Luce is a key player in the group that’s trying to pursue an Ontario Hockey League franchise. With his knowledge of the junior game and the escalating price to get into the league, he’d be a great candidate. He’s obviously got insight … [Read more...] about Luce is out, but is he coming to Tonawanda?

'"You always have mixed emotions about leaving a team like Buffalo and we had a great ride this year," Pyatt said. "But at this stage of my career, I think I needed a change of scenery. I'm just excited."' … [Read more...] about Canucks add another big body in Pyatt

'Pyatt was a numbers casualty. His departure trims $1 million off the Sabres' payroll and gives a younger player such as Daniel Paille a chance to crack the lineup on a forward-laden roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade Pyatt for fourth-round pick

'At 6-foot-1-inches and 196-pounds, Paetsch picked up one assist in his NHL debut against the New Jersey Devils on January 7, 2006. Paetsch made his Stanley Cup playoff debut in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against Carolina.' … [Read more...] about Sabres extend qualifying offers to Roy and Paetsch

'Pyatt played in 41 games for Buffalo last season and scored six goals with six assists. In five seasons in the league, the last four with Buffalo and his first year with the Islanders, he has 42 goals and 56 assists in 308 games.' … [Read more...] about Canucks acquire Pyatt

'Roy, 23, played in his second season last year and in 70 games posted 18 goals and 28 assists. He also added five goals and 10 assists in 18 playoff games. He has spent both of his NHL seasons with Buffalo and has scored 27 goals and 38 assists in 119 games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo inks Derek Roy

'Financial terms were not disclosed, but Roy made $782,000 with Buffalo last season, while Paetsch spent the majority of the campaign with Rochester of the American Hockey League.' … [Read more...] about D Paetsch, C Roy accept qualifying offers from Sabres

'“It took some warming up to get used to the ones we have now,” Celestino said. “But at that time there was a lot of change in the air. There was a new building and a new owner. It seemed like a good fit. Maybe it’s because I’m a little older now and a little more sentimental, but I just don’t see these working.”' … [Read more...] about Web site hopes to fix 'hideous' new logo

'Pyatt was originally selected by the New York Islanders in the first round, eighth overall in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft.' … [Read more...] about Canucks Acquire Forward Taylor Pyatt From Buffalo In Exchange For 4th Round Draft Pick In 2007

'Originally selected by the New York Islanders in the first round, eighth overall, in 1999, Pyatt has played in 308 games with the Islanders and Sabres. He has 42 goals, 56 assists and 170 penalty minutes.' … [Read more...] about Canucks acquire LW Pyatt from Sabres

'Pyatt recorded six goals and six assists in 41 regular-season games last year, but missed 27 games with a broken wrist and another five with a mild concussion. The native of Thunder Bay, Ontario, added five assists in 14 playoff games for the Sabres last season.' … [Read more...] about Canucks acquire Pyatt from Sabres

'Luce's contract expires in August and will not be renewed. He has been on the staff since 1984, holding his current position since 1987. Martin joined the organization in 1989. He spent four seasons as an assistant coach in Rochester followed by a year behind the Sabres' bench under Ted Nolan. He then worked for three seasons as a pro scout before taking the top … [Read more...] about Luce, Martin Leave Sabres' Front Office

'Taylor Pyatt has been shipped to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a fourth round pick in 2007.' … [Read more...] about Pyatt Traded; Roy And Paetsch Accept Offers

'Sekera, Buffalo's third-round pick in the 2004 draft, was selected the Ontario Hockey League's outstanding defenseman this past season, finishing with 21 goals and 55 points while playing for Owen Sound. The 6-foot, 191-pound blueliner was also a first-team OHL All-Star.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, D Sekera agree to terms

'Pyatt played 230 games over the last four seasons with the Sabres (2001-2006), totaling 80 points. In his NHL career, Pyatt has appeared in 308 regular season games, collecting 98 points.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade Rights of Pyatt To Canucks