What The Signing Of Mike Grier Means To The Buffalo Sabres

The Buffalo Sabres shocked most of their fans on Monday signing free agent Mike Grier to a one year, 1.25 million dollar contract. Sabres fans will never forget Grier's words on his way out of Buffalo after the 05-06 season.  "I don't like the direction this team is going in." At the time, it seemed like a strong statement being made by the right winger. But now after 3 seasons away from Buffalo, Grier is singing a different tune. The reacquired right winger was interviewed this morning on WGR 550 am, and his comments were a completely about saving face from just three seasons ago with departing.   "I like that they have some of their young players locked up". players like Ryan Miller, Derek Roy, Thomas Vanek, and Jason Pominville." The problem with me lies in the fact that for the season of 2006-2007 the Buffalo Sabres have underachieved vastly. The front office has taken heat from fans and media alike for some of ...