Archives for September 2006

'...Brian McCutcheon to associate coach, and James Patrick as Assistant Head Coach.' … [Read more...] about 2006-07 staffs announced

NHL veteran Mantha named assistant coach (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage

'The Web site hokej.cz also reported that 2005 first-round pick Marek Zagrapan has agreed to a deal. According to the site, the Slovakian agreed to a three-year, entry-level deal with the club. Buffalo selected Zagrapan 13th overall.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign three prospects

'The talent stable in Buffalo runs very deep, and this edition of the Top 20 includes five new faces while placing some accomplished resumes on the outside looking in. When looking at the skill level among the entire group of players, it is very possible that the bottom part of the Top 20 will be a revolving door for the next couple of seasons.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Top 20 Prospects

'Chris Thorburn and Jiri Novotny have both signed and were both on the ice today.' … [Read more...] about Out With The Old As The Kids Report, 2 More Sign

'"We're going to have that talk in training camp about expectations," Sabres goalie Ryan Miller said. "Expectations are going to be heightened. Managing that expectation is going to be a part of this season and it's going to be a part of building a legacy. The fact we're being mentioned in that regard just reflects what we feel on the inside, … [Read more...] about Sabres cope with high hopes

'"I just wanted to get a deal done because I enjoy being in Buffalo," Miller said from Michigan, where he was spending time with his family. "I had a blast last year. When you can bring back the group of guys that we have, it's special."' … [Read more...] about Miller signs 3-year deal with Sabres

'Miller, 26, made a huge splash in 2005-06, his first full season in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with G Miller on three-year deal

'The former 2001 Hobey Baker Award winner from Michigan State was originally drafted by Buffalo in the fifth round of the 1999 NHL Entry Draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goaltender Miller

'Miller also backstopped Buffalo to within one game of the Stanley Cup final, posting a record of 11-7 with a 2.56 GAA and .908 save percentage in 18 games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres re-sign starting goalie Ryan Miller to three-year deal

'Despite missing 18 games with a fractured thumb, the native of East Lansing, Michigan, finished among the league’s top 10 in wins, goals against average and save percentage (.914). Miller’s 30 wins tied him with Henrik Lundqvist for most among rookie netminders, and were the second-most by a rookie in Sabres history behind Don Edwards’ 38 in … [Read more...] about Sabres Agree On Three-year Deal With Ryan Miller

'Terms of the deal were not immediately known, but it is believed that Miller received a substantial pay increase from the $501,600 he made as a rookie last season. The 26-year-old was the final Sabres player who was not under contract for the upcoming campaign.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres re-sign starting goalie Ryan Miller to 3-year deal

'In 18 playoff games last season Miller was 11-7 with a 2.56 goals against average and .908 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Ryan Miller agree to terms

Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier announced today that the Sabres have come to terms on a 3-year deal with goaltender Ryan Miller. … [Read more...] about Ryan Miller Agrees to Terms

'The team will hit the ice at the HSBC Arena at 10:30 a.m. wearing the new home and road uniforms, along with the new retro third jersey. Fans will be able to see the new uniforms in action as two groups will then participate in a scrimmage. New Sabres merchandise will also be available for purchase in the Sabres Store.' … [Read more...] about Sabres To Unveil New Uniforms Saturday 9/16