The game is a byproduct of both the city of Buffalos fragile economy as well as new Sabres owner B. Thomas Golisanos ties to the Rochester area. Golisano, who owns suburban Rochester-based Paychex, wants the Sabres to hop on board the regionalism train that already includes the Buffalo Bills and two western New York colleges. … [Read more...] about Sabres and Devils to play NHL game in Rochester
Archives for November 11, 2003
Hat Trick for Hunger kicks off this week
'For the next three Sabres home games, fans are encouraged to make a cash donation of at least $5 or the equivalent of a five pound bag of non-perishable food items at HSBC Arena or Rich's Red Brick market.' … [Read more...] about Hat Trick for Hunger kicks off this week
Rochester nears Sabres sellout
'Only about 100 tickets remain for the first-ever NHL regular-season game in Rochester, the first of what could be an annual event as the Sabres try to expand their market.' … [Read more...] about Rochester nears Sabres sellout
Sabres might trade for Ducks goalie
'The Ducks may very well be trying to move goalie Martin Gerber, the backup to J.S. Giguere, who rarely plays. Gerber, a native of Switzerland, was 6-11-3 with a 1.95 goals-against average and .929 save percentage last season, his first in North America. The Sabres remain unsure whether Martin Biron or Mika Noronen can be their every day goalie, so there could very well be … [Read more...] about Sabres might trade for Ducks goalie
Local teen to sing at center ice
'“I’ve watched them for years,” she said. “I know all the players. And for three minutes, they’re going to know me.”' … [Read more...] about Local teen to sing at center ice
Zhitnik Escapes Suspension For Hit In Montreal
Alexei Zhitnik was fined one-thousand dollars by the NHL for a knee on knee hit Saturday. … [Read more...] about Zhitnik Escapes Suspension For Hit In Montreal