Archives for September 24, 2002

'The Sabres report 7,300 season tickets have been sold. However, the goal for this year is 12,000. So, as the general manager said some work still needs to be done. The team sold 9,300 season tickets last year. The NHL average is 10,600. Estimates put the economic impact of the Sabres for the region in the next year at more than 84 million dollars.' … [Read more...] about New Advertising Blitz to Boost Sabres Ticket Sales

'''We're not supporting any bid in particular. We haven't had any discussions recently because Mark has been busy talking to the league about his interest in buying the Sabres,'' said Charles Gargano, president of the Empire State Development Corp. ''I'm not even familiar with the details of his bid.''' … [Read more...] about State not playing favorites in Sabres ownership

'In the ad, which will feature the "I Love New York" music, some people will be heard saying, "I Love New York," while others will proclaim, "I love the Buffalo Sabres."' … [Read more...] about 'I Love New York' ad blitz aims to boost Sabres ticket sales

'"He's made a great showing in training camp," Buffalo captain Stu Barnes said. "He's gone out and worked hard every practice, every scrimmage and every game. The two guys he fought were tough guys, and he did very well. It was good to see him go out and battle."' … [Read more...] about McMorrow hopes to punch ticket to big leagues

'Gratton was teamed with Taylor Pyatt on his left and Miroslav Satan on his right for the Sabres second game of the pre-season against the Ottawa Senators. The line responded by scoring four goals and adding and two assists. Gratton was pleased to say the least.' … [Read more...] about Centre of attention

'The Rochester Americans finally have the makings of a roster after the parent Buffalo Sabres assigned 12 players, including 2001 first-round draft pick Jiri Novotny and junior scoring star Jason Pominville, to their AHL farm team Monday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign 12 players to Amerks