[Buffalo, NY] - The buffalo Sabres made their first trade in the OTHL on thursday night, and not only was it their first, it might be the ones fans will come to love the most. The sabres sent their 9th rd draft pick in the 2004 draft to Ottawa for the rights to long time Sabre #32 Rob Ray. Ray was one of the most popular Sabres when he was here, and no doubt will be again. His heart, and the fans love for him, has never left.
"I'm elated to be coming back. I want to retire a Sabre, and after this season I will be able to do that, should this season be my last" ssaid Ray from his Buffalo home.
Rob will immediatly bring a veteran presence to our club, and add some toughness. He has been through the battles and will be a great player for our youngsters to learn from. It is a pleasure and an honor for me to bring him back to the Buffalo Sabres." said GM Fisher from his home in Pittsburgh. Look for Rob to wear his famous #32 come training camp.