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I just wanted to take the opportunity to announce that we have come to terms with Adam Mair on a three-year deal. We are delighted to have him in the fold for the next three seasons. He adds a lot to our hockey club with respect to his grit, character and leadership. We think that we can expand on the leadership that he showed last year. There is a great opportunity here for … [Read more...] about Darcy Regier Comments Part 1

I think that it is both. He gets to determine what he wants to do and we get to determine what we think is in the best interest of the organization and of Thomas. He can certainly make his own decision and we can make our decision. When I say 'leaning', we feel that he could probably play in the National Hockey League this year but it would be on a limited role, and in all … [Read more...] about Darcy Regier Comments Part 2

'Golisano understands that the only way he can truly be the savior of NHL hockey in this economically depressed region is by giving fans a reason to spend their hard-earned entertainment dollars on a team that has been mostly pitiful since the trades of future Hall of Fame goalie Dominik Hasek and former captain Michael Peca. Golisano has done that by overseeing the … [Read more...] about Sabres finally get moving beyond turmoil of torturous Rigas fiasco

'"We feel that he could probably play in the National Hockey League this year," said Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier, "but it would be in a limited role, and in all likelihood he would be best served with the continuation of his development at the University of Minnesota."' … [Read more...] about Vanek will return to Gophers, Buffalo GM says

'The Sabres have five free agents left to sign: Curtis Brown, Chris Drury, Ales Kotalik, Jay McKee, and Miroslav Satan.' … [Read more...] about Free agents Boulton, Tallinder sign

'Sabres managing partner Larry Quinn confirmed Friday that he is trying to get one of the top four local network affiliates to carry up to 10 games in the upcoming season. The Sabres can't do that without permission from Adelphia, which has exclusive rights to any Sabres game produced. "Adelphia is willing to work with us," said Quinn.' … [Read more...] about Limbaugh and Cox give ESPN some controversy lightning rods

'"Eric provided us improved play and toughness last season," general manager Darcy Regier said. "He has developed tremendously over his three NHL seasons and we look forward to his contributions to our organization and community in the future."' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign LW Boulton, D Tallinder

'Boulton, who led Buffalo with 178 penalty minutes last season, signed a two-year deal, which he agreed to before an arbitration hearing earlier in the day. The contract is expected to provide Boulton a raise over the $400,000 he made last season, his third with the team. Tallinder agreed to a one-year, $836,000 contract by accepting the team's qualifying offer. The … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Boulton, Tallinder

'In another roster development, Regier indicated dynamic winger Thomas Vanek, whom the Sabres selected with the fifth overall pick in this year's draft, will return to the University of Minnesota for his sophomore season rather than turn pro. "We feel that he could probably play in the National Hockey League this year," Regier said, "but it would be in … [Read more...] about Sabres settle with five restricted free agents

'“What was hard to accept was the things that were said about what went on (in Buffalo),” he said. “If I couldn’t coach, so be it. But, the rumours went beyond that, to the point they called my integrity into question.”' … [Read more...] about Nolan&#8217s new perspective focused on aboriginal youth

'"Adam has been a solid contributor to our organization on and off the ice," Buffalo Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. "His physical presence and grit added tremendously to our team last year, and we look forward to his contributions for the next several seasons."' … [Read more...] about Mair signs three-year deal with Sabres

'Forward Steve Begin has settled his arbitration case and will receive a one-year contract.' … [Read more...] about Mair, Four Others Get New Contracts

'Connolly, 22, had 12 goals and 13 assists in 80 games last season. Acquired with Pyatt in the June 2001 deal that sent former captain Michael Peca to the New York Islanders, Connolly had the third-longest consecutive games streak before he was suspended for a high-sticking incident against Atlanta's Garnet Exelby.' … [Read more...] about Sabres agree to terms with C Connolly, four others

'Buffalo Sabres forward, Eric Boulton, is scheduled for an arbitration hearing on Friday, August 1, at 9:00 AM.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign posse of young guns

'Connolly...$1.2 million...Pyatt...$1.1 million...Kalinin...$935,000.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres announce signings