by John Vogl -- News Sports Reporter It’s a good thing Daniel Paille spent time building his upper body. It appears he may have a little more weight put on his shoulders. The Buffalo Sabres left winger is noticeably bigger this training camp. The chest puffs out further. The shoulders bulge a little more. It’s from Paille’s dedication to an offseason training program. Paille did the work because he saw an opening. He signed a new two-year deal with the Sabres, and he saw a chance to establish himself within the team and become part of the rapidly expanding core. What he may not have foreseen came into view Thursday. Coach Lindy Ruff said he plans to play Jochen Hecht at center even with Tim Connolly healthy. That means the left wing spot on the second line is available. That’s merely a chance to play with Jason Pominville, possibly the Sabres’ best all-around player, and Hecht, a perennial 50-point guy. Mr. Paille, meet Mr. Opportunity. “I’d feel very privileged,” Paille said. “The first thing I’d need to do is take that as a privilege and try to take advantage.” Paille put himself in line for a bump in stature with a solid season last year. He scored 19 goals, including three short-handed, while winning over fans and surprising his coach. Buffalo News
