BUFFALO, N.Y. - Ron Rolston has been hired as the Buffalo Sabres interim coach for the remainder of the season in taking over hours after Lindy Ruff was fired amid growing criticism for the team's slow start.
Time off and a brief but sweet homecoming last fall did wonders for former Stampede star Thomas Vanek. It was a European vacation Vanek credits for rekindling his passion for the game and helping him rediscover his scoring touch with the Buffalo Sabres.