Archives for March 15, 2003

'The Thrashers have beaten the Sabres twice this season, winning 6-4 in Buffalo on Nov. 9 and 4-3 in overtime at Atlanta on Patrik Stefan's goal Feb. 17. That was the Thrashers' only home win in the last eight games.' … [Read more...] about Scouting report: Buffalo Sabres at Thrashers

'One of the key qualifications the N.H.L was looking for in a new owner was a commitment to keep the team in Buffalo. Commissioner Gary Bettman said yesterday that "people should stop worrying about the Sabres in Buffalo, because our knight on a white horse came riding in."' … [Read more...] about Sabres to Stay in Buffalo

'Under terms of the deal, Golisano will assume $45 million in liabilities, up to $25 million in team debt this season and a $22 million concession loan.' … [Read more...] about Golisano buys Sabres for $92M

'Even though the bid from Hamister and Berman depended on bank financing and huge contributions from local and state governments -- which is why it collapsed -- Bettman preferred it for several reasons. The most important was it offered less damage to NHL franchise values than Golisano's bid.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo saved, but watch for the rebound

'``We should not give points away to teams (like Buffalo),'' Prospal said. ``They just play like we've been doing the last few years. They try to disturbthe playoff hunt and they make it interesting."' … [Read more...] about Lightning 4, Sabres 2

'"They messed up, they made a big mistake," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said of the officials. "Even the league is aware of it and already knows. If you watch Lecavalier's reaction, he already quit on the play. Even after the goal, he looks at the linesman and says, 'What happened?' They blew the goal."' … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay 4, Buffalo 2