Archives for January 30, 2011

'In the course of making his fortune, the Florida billionaire negotiating to buy the Buffalo Sabres contributed heavily to politicians in a position to advance his business interests and established a less-than-stellar track record in the environmentally dicey business of drilling for natural gas, The Buffalo News has found.' … [Read more...] about Pegula drew violations as gas driller

'"I've spent time with him on multiple occasions," Bettman said after a news conference in RBC Center as part of All-Star weekend. "I think he's a good guy. He has the resources. He's familiar with the area. I think when he lived in Pittsburgh he was a Sabres season-ticket holder. He obviously loves the game. He's investing in it on all levels."' … [Read more...] about Prospective Sabres buyer wows panel

Last-second goal lifts Pirates, 3-2 (Portland Press Herald) Late game heroics lead Pirates into well-deserved break (Maine Hockey Journal) Pirates Slide Past Whale (PortlandPirates.com) Buzzer-beating Pirate Goal Stuns Whale (ProvidenceBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Portland Coverage