Archives for September 25, 2007

'"Over the past 26 years, Jim provided expert analysis during our broadcasts and his knowledge of the play on the ice was second to none," said Larry Quinn Managing Partner of the Buffalo Sabres. "We wish Jim all the best and know that as a former player and broadcaster, he will always be a part of the Sabres family."' … [Read more...] about Jim Lorentz Retires

'During the final three preseason games, the team will use three different former Sabres players as the color commentator during the radio broadcasts -- Matthew Barnaby (Wednesday vs. Toronto), John Tucker (Friday at Pittsburgh) and Mike Robitaille (Saturday vs. Pittsburgh).' … [Read more...] about Jim Lorentz announces his retirement

'"This was a tough decision to make," said Lorentz. "But after 43 years of travel as a player and broadcaster, I based my decision on an unwillingness to tackle another long season and grueling travel schedule."' … [Read more...] about Lorentz, longtime Sabres broadcaster, announces retirement

'The moves leave the Sabres with a 28-player roster heading into their final three preseason games, starting with a game at Toronto on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres demote 6 to minors; return 2 to Germany

'Heading to Rochester are forwards Dylan Hunter and Patrick Kaleta; defensemen Mike Card, Marc-Andre Gragnani and Mike Weber; and goaltender Adam Dennis.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Make Six More Moves

'Forwards Philip Gogulla and Feliz Schutz were also returned to their DEL clubs in Germany. This leaves the Sabres with 28 players still in training camp.' … [Read more...] about Six assigned to Rochester Americans

'It is unclear how long it will take for Numminen to return to action, but he hopes to be on the ice as early as December.' … [Read more...] about Sabres update Numminen's condition after heart surgery

'Numminen, an 18-year NHL veteran, has had a heart murmur since childhood and was diagnosed with a dilated aorta in 2004 wile playing for the Dallas Stars. Numminen missed five games because of the condition before he was cleared to play.' … [Read more...] about Numminen expected to be released from hospital within days

'“I have been in close contact with Teppo’s attending physician at the Cleveland Clinic and he’s extremely pleased with Teppo’s post-operative recovery," said Hartrich. "Teppo is feeling stronger every day, and hopefully, he will be released from the hospital in the next several days."' … [Read more...] about Sabres physician gives update on Numminen

'Buffalo heads up to Toronto on Wednesday night for a preseason match up against the Leafs. Faceoff is set for 7:30 pm.' … [Read more...] about Rolston Leads Wild To 2-1 Win

'The Sabres will finish second in the Northeast Division and fifth in the Eastern Conference.' … [Read more...] about 2007-08 Team Preview: Buffalo Sabres

'Buffalo's only goal came on the power play during the second period, when Marek Zagrapan fed Phillipo Gogulla across the crease for an easy score.' … [Read more...] about Rolston leads Wild past Sabres

''Minnesota won the game 2-1, but Stafford stole the show. The second-year pro played on Buffalo's top line (alongside former Minnesota player Thomas Vanek and center Jochen Hecht) and received the loudest ovation when the starting lineups were read.' … [Read more...] about Stealing the show

Rolston scores two goals in preseason victory over Sabres (Minneapolis Star Tribune) Backstrom is the same as he always was (Minneapolis Star Tribune) Former first-round draft pick Benoit Pouliot finally shows what he can do (St. Paul Pioneer Press) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Minnesota Coverage

'Rolston, who led the Wild in goals last season, netted the game-winner early in the third period when left alone between the faceoff circles. Pierre-Marc Bouchard won a battle along the boards and slid the puck to Eric Belanger, whose pass from the corner set up Rolston's one-timer.' … [Read more...] about Minnesota 2, Buffalo 1