Archives for June 2007

'The Amerks have renewed their dual affiliation and will remain the development team for the Buffalo Sabres and Florida Panthers for the 2007-08 American Hockey League season.' … [Read more...] about Amerks will keep dual affiliation

'Drury’s chief concern immediately after the season wasn’t whether he would get his money. He wondered how Buffalo would be better if his getting a hefty salary meant Briere was forced to leave. The Sabres have already made it clear they’re going to be cautious with payroll. That’s where I see Drury hitting the roadblock and ultimately hitting the road.' … [Read more...] about Ducks, Colts show Sabres how to do it

The following are rough English translations from German language sites: Despite NHL contract Gogulla remains a shark (Kolner Stadt-Anzeiger) Gogulla remains with Cologne sharks (Rheinische Post) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Philip Gogulla Coverage

'“We didn’t talk about (where I’d play next season). They’re pretty stacked on the defence right now, but that’s all right with me,” said Gragnani of a Sabres d-crew that had 189 regular-season points in 2006-07. “I don’t mind doing one or two years in the AHL and improve.”' … [Read more...] about P.E.I. Rocket’s Gragnani inks deal with Sabres

'“It’s getting close,” Regier said. “I have no intentions of going anywhere. It’s well on its way to completion. It just hasn’t been on the forefront. Lindy is in a similar position to where I am. I don’t foresee a problem in my situation. I don’t foresee a problem in his situation.” … [Read more...] about Regier, Ruff close to contracts

'In the case of the Sabres, they will have another busy offseason. They didn't offer co-captain Daniel Briere a long-term deal last year, instead leaving it up to an arbitrator to decide Briere's salary. That salary became $5 million for 2006-2007. Now, Briere is set to receive a substantial raise again, possibly in the area of $6 million to $7 million next season and the years … [Read more...] about Flawed policy

'"Both of us expect to be back," Regier said Monday, referring to himself and Ruff, whose contracts expired after this season. "There's been work that's been positive and I don't expect any changes going forward. We'll get there at some point."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Regier confident he’ll be back; Drury, Briere uncertain

'Globe and Mail columnist Eric Duhatschek was on CBC over the weekend saying that most people he's been talking to said Chris Drury is gone from the Sabres. The Calgary based writer said Drury is likely to land in Los Angeles.' … [Read more...] about Drury's Agent Not Commenting

'It was thought that Gogulla would go back into the NHL draft pool because his signing was not announced before Friday’s 5 p.m. deadline. However, the hockey club was waiting approval of some language in the contract by the NHL. The league completed its review of the pact on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres add Gogulla

'This is no time for Golisano and the rest of the front office to scream “Retreat!” If anything, this is when the suits upstairs should start playing, in hockey lingo, a little out of character, show some gumption, reward Sabres boosters for their fanatical loyalty, finish the darn job. And if it costs the franchise a little more money than desired, if it has the … [Read more...] about The bottom line is, Sabres should reward loyal fans

'Gogulla, 19, is from Dusseldorg, Germany, and has spent the last three seasons with the Cologne Sharks of the German Elite League.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Gogulla

'The 6'2 winger scored eight goals and 13 assists in 44 games with Cologne of the German Elite League. He projected as a played that can navigate the wall and is a strong skater. He was the only German taken in the 2005 draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Sign Another Draft Pick

'“Phillip Gogulla is a strong skater with extensive elite league and international experience for someone who is just 19 years old,” Regier said. “We believe that he has tremendous potential, and look forward to watching his development in the years to come.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Ink Gogulla to entry-level deal

'Both Gogulla (2005) and Fabry (2003) were second-round selections, and the two forwards will now be eligible to re-enter the upcoming 2007 NHL draft.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign one, lose two former draft picks

'Gragnani, signed to a three-year entry level deal, clearly was the best player of the bunch. The 6-foot-1 Montreal native was Buffalo’s third-round selection in 2005. This past season he finished fifth in scoring among all Quebec Major Junior Hockey League defensemen with 22 goals and 68 points in 65 games for P.E.I.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign defenseman Gragnani to entry-level deal