Archives for 2003

'The eventual winner in this game, several sources suggest, depends on which high-priced attorneys, deep-pocketed businessmen and influential politicians blink first.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' future is up in the air

'National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman hinted Saturday he would not grant the two businessmen a fifth deadline extension before 5 p.m. Monday for exclusive purchase rights. If the deadline passes and no extension is granted, the team would be available for anyone interested.' … [Read more...] about No more extensions, NHL chief warns

'But Giambra's "big squirm" stems from his position between Hamister, who contributed more than $13,000 to his campaign and headed his transition team in 1999, and Rochester billionaire Tom Golisano, a political foe who is positively glowing in public approval as he fosters at least the perception that his bid for the Sabres will require a far smaller … [Read more...] about Sabres strand Giambra on thin ice

Satan has been careful about what he says, but sources confirm he wants to be traded and would welcome playing for the Flyers. He is unhappy about the teams financial problems - Buffalo is in bankruptcy - and desperately wants to play for a contender. Last summer, he made his feelings known about stable ownership and a contending team. … [Read more...] about Satan is noncommittal about any trade to Flyers

'As usual, the game should be interesting, as the Sabres' roster is expected to include greats like Larry Playfair, Richie Dunn, Bill Hajt, Tony McKegney, Rick Martin, Derek Smith and Ric Seiling. Others may include Marcel Dionne, who has never participated in the event, and Gilbert Perreault.' … [Read more...] about Tickets avialable for Sabres' Alumni, S.T.R.E.S.S. benefit hockey game

The state of New York has declared there is no public funding available to assist in Hamisters bid to gain control of the team and sources told FOXSports.com Saturday that Hamister is fast running out of funding options and likely wont meet a Monday deadline to sign an agreement to purchase the assets of the club. … [Read more...] about Hamiester\’s bid to buy bankrupt Sabres hits roadblock

It was a week of 3 goals. The Buffalo Sabres played 3 games and got a total of 1 goal in each game. Two overtime losses were sandwiched around a horrible 5-1 loss to the Nashville Predators. Three losses, three goals, two points. That was the week that the Sabres would soon like to forget. … [Read more...] about Sabres look punchless in 3 defeats

'The headstone hasn't been etched yet, but the chisel is on standby.' … [Read more...] about By the boards

'The Pataki administration has been worried about the perception of state money even indirectly going to help Adelphia or its creditors, especially when the governor is seeking to slash aid to public schools, hospitals, nursing homes and colleges. "We're not going to provide funds that pay off any of those debts," Gargano said.' … [Read more...] about Pataki aide adamant about no aid for Hamister

'Research also revealed how to salvage failing advertising sales on the stripe between levels, Hamister said. Most venues generate $15 million to $20 million in ad sales, but HSBC Arena barely made $1.5 million, he said. The reason is that a full-season contract is a budget buster for advertisers in small-market Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Market research pays off for college, businesses in area

'Kotalik also became the first Buffalo player to have three consecutive two-goal games. He ranks second among rookies with 13 goals and sixth with 20 points.' … [Read more...] about Kotalik named NHL Rookie of the Month

'Buffalo Sabres right wing Ales Kotalik, who led all first-year players in goals and points, on Friday was named NHL Rookie of the Month for January.' … [Read more...] about Sabres RW Kotalik named NHL Rookie of the Month

'"Typically when you create chances you get one going one way and the other team's going to get one going the other way," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "They put theirs in, we didn't. . . . We got a point but I think we gave one away."' … [Read more...] about Blues rally past red-hot Biron

'"I knew things were bad in Buffalo, but I didn't think they'd get to the state they are right now," Lever said. "They say the strength of an organization starts at the top, and right now it's just not there. That's the unfortunate thing."' … [Read more...] about Lever happy in new colors

'Rallying from an one-goal deficit in the third period for their 16th victory this season when their opponent scores first, the Blues reached 66 points heading into the All-Star break and 29 games remaining on their schedule.' … [Read more...] about Tkachuk's overtime goal keeps Blues flying high