Archives for September 15, 2011

“Time Lapse video of the ice being installed and painted at the First Niagara Center.” … [Read more...] about Ice Install Time

“The Buffalo Sabres re-designed the mural inside the First Niagara Center.” … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Wall Mural inside the First Niagara Center

'Everyone knows dollars spent doesn't necessarily translate into playoff games won, but there is a direct relationship between key players departing and stunted development, which has been the case in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about With Tyler Myers, Sabres finally spend the money to keep their own

'The Sabres will bring a production team with them to Germany for their season-opening trip. This crew will make a documentary of the trip, seen through the eyes of the Terry Pegula family.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Announce Myers Extension and Changes to FNC

'The 6-foot-8, 227-pounder struck for 10 goals and 37 points in 80 games last year, adding one score and six points in a seven-game first-round playoff loss to the Flyers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lock up Myers with long-term deal

'The two sides agreed to a seven-year, $38.5 million on Thursday, a day before Sabres players are scheduled to report for the start of training camp. Terms of the deal were confirmed to The Associated Press by a person familiar with negotiations.' … [Read more...] about AP Source: Sabres re-sign D Myers to 7-year deal

'“I am very grateful that Darcy and the Sabres initiated discussions one year early, and showed the confidence in making it a long term deal,” said the 21-year-old Myers. It’s what I wanted ever since I came in two years ago, I’ve wanted to be a Sabre for a long time. I’m very excited today to solidify a long term spot, and to be a part of this organization as it grows.”' … [Read more...] about Seventh (hockey) heaven

'"I've been nervous since about noon. Now I'm going a little crazy," said Schwartz, who like the other recipients was advised in advance by the Sabres to be home or in the office for VIP treatment. "I was very happy because [Pegula] was my choice. I wanted to see him more than a player because I'm just so excited about everything he's done with the team. It's just perfect … [Read more...] about Sabres give fans the VIP treatment

'"Tyler ain't goin' anywhere," the Buffalo Sabres owner said.' … [Read more...] about Myers, team close to reaching new deal

'The Buffalo Sabres scored three goals in the third period to defeat the New York Rangers, 5-2, and win the NHL Prospects Tournament in Traverse City, Mich., Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win Prospects Tournament

'“They were totally cool,” she said. “Jason Pominville was super friendly and easy going. Leino was a little more quieter but very nice. He’s only been in town for like five days, getting to know the city a little bit. They were super nice.”' … [Read more...] about Tonawanda blogger goes along for the ride

'In all, eight Sabres players hand delivered tickets to a random selection of lucky season ticket holders in the Buffalo area. Sabres President Ted Black brought the idea with him from Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres players deliver season tickets

'"When you make improvements and have new additions to the organization with rookies and bunch of guys who haven't made the NHL yet, and go into a tournament and pull a championship, it's exciting for the organization and exciting what's to come in the future for the Sabres," Foligno told NHL.com.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win championship in Traverse City debut