Archives for September 12, 2002

'"Earlier in the summer when it all started out, I think the guys were worried about it more than they are now. I thought about it a few times before I got my contract, but that was it for me," Warrener said. "The guys realize we have to focus on playing hockey and winning games."' … [Read more...] about Sabres get back to business of hockey

'Is Ruff's job safe? Ruff is understated, smart, articulate and good at what he does. When new ownership comes in, it could mean squat.' … [Read more...] about Sabres: Mired in transition

'Buffalo Sabres forward Maxim Afinogenov will miss the start of training camp after being hit in the head by a puck during a scrimmage in Russia last week.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo's Afinogenov to miss start of camp

'"There was a great amount of difficulty in May and June from a cash flow standpoint," he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres anxious to start

'The mere mention of bankruptcy also generates fears the sale could be further delayed or even lead to the Sabres' leaving Buffalo. Bankruptcy would jeopardize the 25-year HSBC Arena lease the Sabres signed with the county in 1996. If the lease were nullified, the door would be open for the Sabres to move elsewhere.' … [Read more...] about Giambra's assessment of Sabres draws fire