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'Ray expects his role with the team to be pretty much unchanged in providing leadership to the up-and-coming Sabres stars. "It's something older guys, we take pride in," said Ray, who has seen the club part with veteran players like Dave Andreychuk and Doug Gilmour over the summer months. "It's not just on the ice, it's off the ice and away … [Read more...] about The Razor's edge

'"It's a big step for me," he said. "I'm just going to go down there and work hard and go up and down the wing, bump and grind and hopefully put the puck in a few times. My goal is just to go out there, feel 100 percent and have no regrets out there."' … [Read more...] about Milley's goal is to make playing in the big leagues the norm

'"It is one of the greatest honors that I could have ever accepted," he said. "I was a little nervous at first. But after a while, I felt as though I really fit in. Hopefully, come December, I'll be on the roster."' … [Read more...] about Sabres' McKee elated by call from Canadian Olympic team

'He recognized that look of trepidation on prospects' faces this week at his 14th Sabres camp. Some of these young players, many still just teenagers, were nearly paralyzed by the thought of blowing their one big chance at realizing the dream of playing in the National Hockey League. Ray's position on the team is secure, but he can easily recall a time when it … [Read more...] about Ray tries to keep teammates loose

'But the Sabres have decided to make it substantially easier for young fans to get tickets in October. During "Sabres Kids Month" fans 16 and under will be able to sit in any level seat for only $10 with the purchase of one full-priced seat. Adults can buy up to eight of the specially priced kids' ducats.' … [Read more...] about Sabres offer kids discounts

'Patrick, an 18-year NHL veteran, played the first 10 seasons of his career for the Rangers. During that time, Patrick, a native of Winnipeg, became enamored with what he calls The City. He said Friday that he always felt safe in New York City, and that he views it as a great home to cultural diversity. "I think this is a tragedy against the world, the Western world, … [Read more...] about Patrick still numb over attack

'The Sabres are scheduled to fly to South Carolina tomorrow to continue their training camp. The team had planned to stay in South Carolina through Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres worried about travel

'Brian Campbell's chances of earning a spot on the Buffalo Sabres' defense were enhanced yesterday when highly touted rookie Henrik Tallinder suffered a knee injury. Tallinder's left knee was badly sprained as it twisted awkwardly following a legal check by defenseman Dmitri Kalinin. The hit, which will keep Tallinder out indefinitely, was during a training … [Read more...] about Campbell may open season with Sabres

'"I think it is extremely hard for the players to focus," commented Ruff, following the team's first day of practice. "It is not an easy process to be going through right now. This type of tragedy has touched everybody, including hockey teams." But as world leadership, especially President George W. Bush of the United States, has indicated, life … [Read more...] about Life goes on

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff on Thursday said only one of the seven defensive slots is really available, while General Manager Darcy Regier indicated the trade of a defenseman could be in the offing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres find themselves fully loaded on defense

'Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier and Rasmussen's agent, Brian Lawton, have been talking this week. Regier on Thursday seemed confident an agreement eventually could be reached. In the meantime, however, everyone else is in camp, and Buffalo's group of forwards has started to develop without Rasmussen, who made $481,250 last year.' … [Read more...] about Rasmussen not helping his own cause

'"A lot of people have asked me 'How do you feel about being No. 1?' but I haven't won that yet," he said Thursday morning after the team's workout at Jack Gatecliff Arena. "Nothing is for certain. I had a pretty good camp last year and I was there, and this year I want to be the guy in there for Game 1. I want to be the guy that's … [Read more...] about Biron's time has come

'The Sabres had scheduled various off-ice activities, including visits to the Niagara Peninsula Children's Centre, bowling outings with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, and The Standard autograph session at the Pen Centre. Katzman said the club is arranging for Big Brothers and Big Sisters to attend a pre-season game in Buffalo against … [Read more...] about Sabres stick to hockey

'Kozlov spent his first 10 NHL seasons with the Wings, winning two Stanley Cups. Some of his first words after the trade indicated he wasn't entirely pleased about coming to Buffalo, telling the Detroit Free Press he would play out his contract this season, sign a qualifying offer for one more and then become an unrestricted free agent the following year. On … [Read more...] about Motowner no more

'"I don't think you can stop living over this," Ruff said. "Obviously, there's a lot of meaning in getting back to work and doing what you're doing. We're going to have to carry on."' … [Read more...] about Brass jolted by jet attack, but it's work time