Archives for April 11, 2006

'The Sabres say just 800 tickets remain for the first home playoff game, while 2,300 tickets remain for both second and third home playoff games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Playoff Tickets

'Asked whether he worried the casino would siphon disposable income now spent on the Sabres, who play a stone's throw from the casino site, Golisano said he doubted it would have a negative effect. "It might even have a positive effect," he said. "I'm not concerned whatsoever about the Sabres," said Golisano, who made a point to hold the news … [Read more...] about Sabres owner Golisano outlines casino concerns

'B. Thomas Golisano, Buffalo Sabres owner and founder of Paychex Corp., said Tuesday afternoon he is going to be a vocal and visible opponent to plans by the Seneca Nation of Indians to construct a 100,000-square-foot casino just a few blocks away from HSBC Arena. Golisano said the region is overbuilt with gaming venues and that casinos do little except put a heavy drain … [Read more...] about Golisano sides with opponents of downtown casino

'Dennis had a taste of the NHL during training camp and he wants to take a bigger bite this coming summer. “[Training camp] gave me a good chance to find out what the NHL’s like,” he said. “It’s comforting to know what to expect the next time and hopefully they like what they see.” Now that the ball’s in the Sabres court, Rook said … [Read more...] about Dennis named top goaltender in OHL

'"Fearless," co-captain Daniel Briere said. "You look at him go, and he's going into places even the big guys don't want to go. He's not afraid to go into the corners. He's not afraid to get his nose dirty around the net. That's what's impressive about him. Even though he's smaller than most players, he competes and scores … [Read more...] about Little big man

'While the Sabres will continue to hire the coaches for their 28th season in Rochester, each NHL team will have separate development contracts with the Amerks and will provide 10 to 12 players. This season, the Panthers were invited into Rochester by Buffalo and given only eight roster spots. "This is truly Florida's team as much as Buffalo's team," Amerks president Steve … [Read more...] about Dual affiliation continues

'Rochester has served as Buffalo's top developmental club for the past 27 seasons, the longest-tenured deal among National Hockey League and American Hockey League teams.' … [Read more...] about Sabres keep top farm team in Rochester

'"We've been here for what, nine hours now? We were the ones sitting outside the whole night."' … [Read more...] about Die-Hard Sabres Fans Camp Outside Arena for Playoff Tickets

Dual affiliation continues (Rochester D&C) AHL deal remains (Miami Herald) Sabres extend affiliation with Rochester of AHL (AP) Sabres And Americans Continue Affiliation (WGR-AM) Sabres keep top farm team in Rochester (Business First of Buffalo) Sabres/Amerks sign affiliation agreement (Sabres.com) Amerks extend affiliation with Buffalo and Florida (Amerks.com) Panthers … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage