Archives for January 24, 2003

'``We continue to make progress, but people need to understand this is an incredibly complex negotiation which requires a great deal of time and attention,'' Hamister said in a statement.' … [Read more...] about NHL Gives Hamister Fourth Extension to Purchase Buffalo Sabres

'In issuing the extension, the NHL stressed that ``a definitive purchase agreement will need to be finalized'' by the new deadline.' … [Read more...] about NHL grants Hamister fourth extension to buy bankrupt Sabres

'What would happen if the Sabres left? Immediately a group of local entrepreneurs would negotiate for a minor league franchise and by next season we would have a team - the Jackknifes, perhaps - in a minor league the next level down. And we would be good candidates for association with a major league team, quite possibly Toronto. Is that a reasonable outcome? I suggest … [Read more...] about Treating us like hockey pucks

'Hamister is faced with yet another Friday deadline in his and partner Todd Berman's effort to purchase the club, which is under bankruptcy protection. Hamister is expected to seek yet another extension from the NHL in order to finish up legal work on the purchase asset agreement.' … [Read more...] about Sale of the Sabres continues to turn

'The Sabres are enjoying their longest unbeaten streak of the season at six games. They have gone 6-1-2 in January. But they are hurting offensively and still aren't within shouting distance of climbing into the playoff hunt.' … [Read more...] about Help is on the way for Sabres

'The Buffalo Sabres defenseman has been hobbled by three injuries this season, and it seems whenever he is out of the lineup, his teammates excel in his absence.' … [Read more...] about Warrener's a missing man during team's success

'Toronto has not won twice in Buffalo since the 1977-78 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Maple Leafs

'However, Golisano's offer, submitted to National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman on Thursday afternoon, would provide Adelphia Communications, parent owners of the Sabres, with millions less than Hamister's package, or even less than what Golisano proposed in November in a bid that was rejected by the NHL. This could pose problems for Adelphia and the … [Read more...] about Golisano submits new offer for Sabres

'Some observers late Thursday questioned whether Golisano's renewed interest could make it more difficult for Hamister to get the government concessions he insists he needs to close the deal. And if he can't get them, Hamister has said he might walk away from the whole purchase.' … [Read more...] about Golisano offer hits Adelphia, not taxpayers

'They may not be able to pay for a half-order of wings without first returning pop bottles for a refund, but the Sabres are rich in spirit.' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs – Sabres preview

'Okay, so they filed for bankruptcy protection and there's the possibility that three of their players could eventually be declared free agents but, otherwise, it's been a spectacular month for the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Leafs go into black hole

'Goalie Ed Belfour has recovered from back spasms in time to return to the site of his greatest triumph and will be in net tonight when the Maple Leafs visit the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Belfour to play tonight in Buffalo, Kidd says

They are still 12 points away from the nearest playoff spot, but recent developments are enough to spook the Leafs. … [Read more...] about Buffalo roams back into hunt

'But if the Sabres are to have any chance of regaining the faith of their fans, it will have to be accomplished on the ice. Audiences won't spill into the arena to see a waffling team just because a new owner is in place. The local populace has become far too jaded for that.' … [Read more...] about 'It's not about playoffs' for Sabres, who are showing signs of life

'"I wish I would have been a Buffalo fan growing up because I think it's more like Hamilton hockey," Mair said yesterday. More the kind of hockey like the people of Hamilton would like to see and could relate to."' … [Read more...] about Mair boosts Buffalo after having played for Toronto