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I don’t think in the end it really will be any big issue other than for gossip. Its clear Travis is under contract to Buffalo and if he wishes to be paid he must fulfill his contract. As far as players on the team, most understand the business side of football and will see Travis as doing what he needs to do and Bills management of doing the same, I don't see it as issue in room. He has two choices sit at home be unhappy for nothing damaging his reputation greatly or join the team and sit on sidelines for over a million dollars. In the end Travis will be crying all the way to the bank this season, rather than crying running from the bank. Poor guy it will be hell but I know he can do it.

the horror I didnt have my glasses on and missed a "r" , you do see I have corrected it, got to give out awards you must have caught that in record speed...... and yes , one would think football reference would do better

Doug Brien Better stats Rian Lindell

Bernie Taupin and Elton John co-wrote together, Taupin providing the lyrics

i am not going to get myself all in trouble

Elton John has announced plans to marry his partner of 11 years, David Furnish, before Christmas — not long after same-sex civil partnerships become legal in England. John told England's Daily Mirror newspaper that he will skip the honeymoon because he'll be on tour, but that he's very excited to marry. "We definitely want to do it about the middle of December," John, 58, told the paper. "Meeting David has been the greatest thing to happen to me." Elton and David

Giving a listen to our management I think we are fortunate to have these people Draft Recap

Orr: Get deal done or get out of the way By Bobby Orr Special to The Eagle-Tribune © Eagle-Tribune Publishing Company Last September our game shut down because of the headstrong attitudes and selfish motives of some. To date, I have resisted the urge to publicly comment on the subject. My personal belief was that the leaders of our sport were professional and conscientious and would diligently work for a fair contract and a win-win resolution of their standoff. Ultimately, I had faith that both sides would be motivated by a common goal, namely, the health of our game. That is no longer the case. After spending over six hours in their latest negotiating session, the league issued a statement indicating that no substantive progress was made. It said the two sides would attempt "a more aggressive meeting schedule over the next several weeks in an attempt to move the process forward." A top union official said in a statement that he failed to see "how we can make any progress if the NHL maintains their single-track approach." Does that sound like two groups trying to make a sensible agreement? This disconnect between the two sides is ridiculous. With the unacceptable lack of progress and the continued bickering, I am no longer convinced that there was a genuine interest in getting a fair deal done. The win-at-all costs attitude of both sides in this process has been disastrous. Both NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Players Association Executive Director Bob Goodenow have wasted time and squandered goodwill. They now have a responsibility to either lead or get out of the way. Because of what has happened, our sport is in danger of becoming irrelevant unless both sides immediately put an end to this nonsense. The collateral damage caused by their refusal to compromise is a disgrace. Our fans have been used and abused. Those associated with our game have had their careers severely damaged or ruined. What about the families of those who depend on NHL hockey for their livelihood? Where is the sense of accountability to them by those to whom the game has been entrusted? These people and the history of our game deserve more than hollow apologies and empty promises. Somebody asked if I'd be concerned about what Gary Bettman or Bob Goodenow would think when I publicly said what was on my mind. In reality, by now they may be immune to what anybody says or feels. What concerns me far more is the lack of care about the game and its future. What about the fans? What about the down-to-earth working families who support our game? Don't they count anymore? Where is this game going? How can rational people continue to justify the irrational behavior that has resulted in this standoff? It is time to end it, time to produce, time to think about the good of the game and time to think about those affected by the shutdown. The game has never needed more caring, more focus and more guidance. Forget the finger-pointing and the blame game. Forget trying to squeeze every ounce of advantage out of a new deal. Stop the PR spins. Use common sense and creativity to get this sport back where it belongs. The reckless death match has gone on far too long. We all are hostages to the so-called leaders who disrespect the game and the people in it. Are a few greedy owners going to control the destiny of the NHL? Is the entire league supposed to suffer for past inept management decisions? Are some multimillion-dollar players going to keep saying no to a new contract without caring about where our sport is headed? Do they care about the future players of the game? Will they come back and play harder? Will they care about performing the way they should in every game? These are questions I've been asking myself for months. Let's get our focus back. It's time to stand up and make a commitment, to quit killing this game and start caring about it.. Most of us are sick and tired of the way the sport is being strangled by those responsible for serving it. They've made no progress in two years, and they have no excuses. There is much work to be done by players and team management to repair the trust destroyed by the implosion of the process. It is clear that the priority of every person involved with pro hockey needs to be a mutually healthy league with a vision for moving our game forward. There is no more time to waste. To every player, and every club owner, it's time for those of you who care about our sport to insist that those who have accepted responsibility for getting a deal done meet without interruption. And to demand that they continue until an agreement is made or they announce that they have failed to come to a resolution and are stepping aside. Enough is enough.

Jessie Lumsden from McMaster University in Hamillton, was winner of Hec Crighton Trophy as Canada's Player of the Year. He was a Canadian who was selected to play in the senior bowl and played very well. It would be great to see him get a shot and a fair one. He is a very tough running player who could be solid backup. Jessie Lumsden edit - to late Lumsden signed by Seattle

Injuries Ben Wilkerson INJURY REPORT 2002: Underwent right knee arthroscopic surgery to repair meniscus debriment in May and the grade three sprain would prevent him from working out for eight weeks … Missed the Miami (Oh.) and The Citadel games with right knee and ankle sprains … Sat out the Cotton Bowl match vs. Texas with a lower back (L4-L5) herniated disc. 2003: Underwent surgery Jan. 16 to trim out his herniated disc. 2004: Suffered a torn left knee patella tendon in the Vanderbilt contest (10/30) and underwent surgery on Nov. 2, missing the season's final four games.

nice name KC pick......Craphonso Thorpe...... wr

Audio of Picks comments and Tom Donahoe. Everett another very confident young man asked how he compares to other great Miami tight ends , he says he is as good or better..... Buffalobills.com

Jason Brown very good center........

Travis gave his all as a Bill and did improve each year, hope he finds place on good team and gets a financial deal that end of his career he will have something to build on.

The USA Hockey site have audio of games. Notice for instance Sunday USA plays Canada for the World CHampionship under 18 at 11:00 am. These games have been very good USA Hockey

I think a number two pick, but when its all said and done Bills will trade for Shedon exchange picks moving up to 44 in second. At present it makes no sense for Bills to make this trade known early as it would give others teams time to arrange moving past them. In those terms the later they make deal the better. Draft looks like Baas will be gone, Spencer may be available. (hope)

Canada and U.S.A played a tuneup game tonight for hockey world championships interesting happenings before game as singer attempted national anthem from notes NOTES - The pre-game national anthems were not sung after the singer, Caroline Marcil of Montreal, tried twice to complete the Star Spangled Banner but forgot the words each time. Finally, she decided to go back toward the dressing room, presumably to get the words, but when she returned to the ice the carpet slipped out from underneath her and she fell on her rear end. It was then decided to proceed with the opening faceoff without the singing of either anthem . . . hockey

I shouldn supply answer as this person I am familier with Grant Freeman (Millbank, ONT): Former teammate Roydell Williams of Tulane is up to be drafted this Saturday. How would you feel about him being one of your targets as a Buffalo Bill? JPL: We talked about it. He's all for it. He's ready to go somewhere where he knows somebody. I could help him out. Roydell and Chris Bush, another receiver at Tulane, I definitely wish I could have them here but it's not up to me

JP is a most confident young man this answer to question : Terry Long (St. Marys, PA): If you were in the 2005 NFL Draft, where would you project yourself among the top QB's like Alex Smith and Aaron Rodgers? JPL: I don't know. I have no idea. I thought I was the top quarterback last year and look what happened. It all depends on the coach and the style he wants. I can only be myself and the type of player that I am. If I'm not impressive to one coach but another coach loves me… I just want to play with whoever likes my style. I think I found a home here. The coaches love my attitude and my work ethic and they love the way that I play the game taking advantage of my mobility so as far as this year's draft I have no idea. Every coach is different and every organization is different. I'm not thinking about the draft at all. I'm thinking about the playbook and about our mini-camp the weekend after the draft. I have two friends that are going into the draft so hopefully they do get drafted and get drafted rather high. If they don't I hope they find a home in free agency. That's pretty much all I'm looking forward to in this year's draft. I'm excited for the players that I played against and had relationships with.

Hope you have a most special day Happy Birthday.......

Congratulations to Grandmother, Grandfather and family the special Joy of a child…..

No comparison, and Clarrett is going to prove people wrong.......

I think I will keep this mans e-mai addressl and when JP proves him wrong I will send him a e-mail reminding him of his comments .

Greetings Wwovince You have a really fine day Happy Birthday...

I think you must have missed the talk about Joe Mesi , a Buffalo person, and Brads conversation with Joes dad tonight. Joe Mesi to some a most significant subject. IMO Brad is growing and becoming better host as he gets opportunity. I also think this is where a WGR can be huge for those in industry to offer opportunity and time to grow for young people . One thing about Brad , its apparent he cares much for community and the local teams, not every single host need be so slick they slide its alright at times to listen to just a regular person, as so many in this industry can be so full of themselves. A few years back Brad worked with Mike Manescalco who now has regular gig on station in West Virginia , WGR gave him his shot and good for them. We all have right to our likes and dislikes , I support Brad and hope for him and the Sports format in Buffalo to succeed, and to do it with Local people where possible.