Former Sabres star Thomas Vanek happy to be with Canadiens after short Isles tenureSource: Olean Times Herald ‘“I have a lot of good memories in this building, in this town,” he said. “It’s something I’ll cherish forever.”’ Related posts: Thomas Vanek, hockey star, the portrait Sabres’ Vanek happy with short Austrian stint Buffalo Sabres left-winger Thomas Vanek named NHL first star of week Sabres star Thomas Vanek hasn’t requested trade, would like team to add more veterans Thomas Vanek strikes twice in Buffalo Sabres’ 2-1 win over Montreal Canadiens