Archives for July 13, 2012

'"It was an elective [surgery], a choice," Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier said Thursday night during the team's development camp scrimmage in First Niagara Center. "He could have played. He did play with it. It was a decision made by that organization. I spoke to Joe before when we went through all the medical records prior to when we made the trade. [Roy] was rehabbing, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Regier, Ruff say Roy ready

'"One thing I am sure of: [Hasek] has no doubt in his mind that he can play," Regier told reporters Thursday night during a break in the team's development camp scrimmage. "I think it probably gives him a little bit of lift seeing somebody like [Martin] Brodeur play at 40 in the Stanley Cup final. I know better than to question Dom's desire and his ability. Unfortunately, it's … [Read more...] about Regier wishes Dom the best – out west

'Team President Ted Black said the statue is just a step. The Sabres are creating their own "Alumni Plaza" with the sculpture as its centerpiece. The plaza will honor every Sabre. All 401 players will be put on plaques, which will go in brick columns that support a walkway above the plaza. Sabres fans can also purchase for $100 and reserve custom plaques to be placed among … [Read more...] about Team to make a special ‘Connection’

'“We’re very confident in the decision by our medical staff,” Regier said Thursday inside the First Niagara Center during the second intermission of a prospect scrimmage. “He played with it last year. He could’ve played with it next year. It was a decision by the Dallas Stars. It was as simple as that. We were very comfortable with his situation and remain so.”' … [Read more...] about Regier says Sabres dealt healthy Roy

'Sabres President Ted Black announced the project Thursday. He says the statue is inspired by a photo taken during a 1975 game and is being sculpted by Texas artist Jerry McKenna. It'll be unveiled Oct. 12 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the French Connection's first playing together in 1972.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres commission statue of famous line

'Hasek last suited up for the Detroit Red Wings in 2008, helping the club win their fourth Stanley Cup in an 12-year span thanks to a 27-10-3 mark with a 2.14 goals-against average and five shutouts.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pass on potential Hasek comeback

'"I think we've got maybe as heavy a load of talent as we've had," the head coach summarized. "Some real good skill, some good size. We've got some good skill on the back end and up front I think we saw some of that talent there in the scrimmage."' … [Read more...] about Wise, Girgensons lead Blue to 7-3 win over Gold

'"I think the big names are still out there and as far as free agents Shane Doan is out there, but there really aren't many left. I think there will be a lot of competition for a few names," Regier said. "I think it will move at some point, but no one seems to be in a hurry right now."' … [Read more...] about Regier comments on stagnant market, Roy surgery

'"We are in discussions with a number of teams and are pursuing a multi-year contract for him. He is ready and feels he can continue playing for a few years at an extremely high NHL level."' … [Read more...] about Hasek Meets with Sabres about Return to NHL

'"I didn't really know what to expect coming in. I just tried to play my game," Wise said following the game. "I'm kind of like a physical guy, I'm good around the net and I get pucks out. So I was just trying to do that and I was lucky enough to get a few goals so it was a good game for me."' … [Read more...] about Wise scores three as Blue tops Gold in scrimmage

'The statue will be part of a larger ‘Alumni Plaza,’ which is in the planning stages and will be set in the plaza directly outside of the arena. A special unveiling of the statue will take place on Oct. 12 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the French Connection first playing together in 1972.' … [Read more...] about French Connection to be honored with statue at First Niagara Center