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James Patrick comes out of retirement
Associated Press
9/30/2005 9:16:24 PM
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) - James Patrick's retirement didn't last long. The Buffalo Sabres' newly hired assistant coach has decided to play for Frankfurt of the German Ice Hockey League.
Patrick informed the team Friday, Sabres general manager Darcy Regier said. The change of mind came two months after Patrick announced his retirement, ending a 21-year NHL career.
Regier said Patrick got the offer to play from Frankfurt coach Rich Chernomaz, who is a family friend.
''I understand it, he wants to play, he's looking at a life experience,'' Regier said. ''If that's something James wants to do, I have that much respect for it and understand it.''
Regier added the team left Patrick a standing offer to return as coach whenever he's done playing.
Upon Patrick's retirement, the Sabres added him to their staff by creating a new position, skill development coach.