Regier seemed to indicate that he wanted Vet D depth. Mentioned a 2-way contract for Pardy was an option. (Pardy wanted a better chance but was waived by the Jets today).
Darcy also gave Sulzer the chance to test free agency to see if there was something better out there. Probably told him that you can still come back and accept our one-way deal, but we can't guarantee that you will be with the big club.
Sulzer is probably not thrilled, but probably not surprised and will be professional and provide an ample vet D presence for Amerks, and depth for Buffalo.
As stated by others here, don't think Sulzer will be claimed. All the other teams had a chance to sign him in July.