‘A lot of credit can go to Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier for building a team that could compete in the “new” NHL. Coming into the 2005-06 season, with Regier and Coach Lindy Ruff spearheading the efforts, the Sabres built a contender. But now, it appears the honeymoon is over, well over.’
General mismanagement
Source: LetsGoSabres.com