'Questions were raised after the team, which finished last place in the Northeast Division in 2004, made moves to get rid of high profile — and high-priced — players such as Miroslav Satan and Alexi Zhitnik. Fans were also unsure how young goalie Ryan Miller would respond to being a starter in the NHL. It didn’t take long for the speedy Sabres to establish themselves as a contender…'.
Sabres march grabs region's attention
Source: Niagara Gazette