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The Buffalo Sabres new captain had to prove his worth Saturday night in HSBC Arena. Before the opening game of the season, Stu Barnes had been appointed as the new captain of the Sabres. Unfortunately for Barnes and his teammates, Buffalo could only muster 1 goal against the Atlanta Thrashers in a 2-1 defeat. This time, Barnes was determined to prove his merit. Barnes came … [Read more...] about The new captain comes up big

'"Last year, on more than one occasion, it was a difficult decision deciding between the two," centre Curtis Brown said. "When you start comparing players, it's not fair, and obviously everyone has to be very careful. Marty, for instance, is a lot younger, but he has great potential."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' Biron emerges from Hasek's shadow

'"The goaltending, obviously, at both ends of the ice was unbelievable," Barnes said. "We played strong in the third and there's no question that it's a great victory, coming back against such a good team. It's so hard to come back against them."' … [Read more...] about Barnes settles goaltending duel

'In four games against the Rangers last season LW J.P. Dumont scored five goals on 10 shots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Rangers

'The Rangers are 2-5-1 in their last eight home openers, including a 3-1 victory over Montreal last season.' … [Read more...] about Rangers-Sabres scouting report

'"We could have rolled over, but to our credit the guys battled back to get it done," Sabres center Curtis Brown said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' captain nets winner at crunch time

'The Sabres announced Saturday that General Manager Darcy Regier has signed a new six-year contract. As per team policy, terms of the deal - which was signed sometime during the offseason - were not disclosed. Regier, who has held his post since June 11, 1997, said his own salary is in line with the team's famously frugal tendencies.' … [Read more...] about Regier signs extension through 2007

'When Stu Barnes became Buffalo's first captain in 18 months Thursday, it was somewhat overlooked that Woolley had been defrocked. Rob Ray retained his "A," while Rhett Warrener became a permanent assistant in place of Woolley.' … [Read more...] about Woolley taken off the 'A-train'

'The Senators were guilty of 10 giveaways and allowed an alarming five odd-man rushes in the first period, but luckily escaped down just 1-0 thanks to Lalime.' … [Read more...] about Lalime can't save Sens

'If Atlanta and Tampa Bay flounder as expected, that legitimately leaves 10 teams -- Toronto, Pittsburgh, Boston, New York Rangers, Carolina, Florida, Ottawa, Buffalo, Montreal and the Isles -- fighting for the final five playoff spots.' … [Read more...] about Sens, Sabres provide an Isle of opportunity

'The Buffalo Sabres have many leaders, but it was their new captain that gave them their first win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres 3, Senators 2

'Last season, Buffalo was just 2-23-2 when trailing after two periods.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 3, Ottawa 2

'General manager Darcy Regier signed a six-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres, who reached the Stanley Cup finals once during his four years with the team. Regier came to the Sabres before the 1997-98 season from the New York Islanders. In each of his four seasons with the Sabres, the team reached the playoffs. In 1999, the Sabres lost to Dallas in the Stanley Cup … [Read more...] about Sabres sign Regier to six-year contract

'Regier has acquired the likes of Stu Barnes, Rhett Warrener, Chris Gratton and J.P. Dumont, while also having to unload unsigned captain Mike Peca and star goalie Dominik Hasek.' … [Read more...] about Regier gets extension

'"His leadership and vision have already brought great benefits to the team and fans of Western New York and Southern Ontario," Sabres chairman of the board John Rigas said. "This long-term agreement will provide our organization with the stability and consistency it needs while striving to give fans exciting teams that can make a serious quest for the … [Read more...] about Sabres sign GM Darcy Regier to six-year contract extension