Archives for September 11, 2012

'"Obviously, we all want to see some hockey played, so let's hope it doesn't happen and be positive on it," he said.' … [Read more...] about Pegula hopeful there will be hockey

'"Our plans are to move forward," he said. "I don't know exactly how we minimize the impact while we're doing the construction. I've thought about that quite a bit, if we're going to have fans down here and be playing hockey with the NHL team, but I guess that's something for our planners to do."' … [Read more...] about Pegula hopes development will inspire younger skaters

'''It's tough,'' said Ott, who was obtained from the Stars in July for forward Derek Roy. ''The players are looking for a fair deal. We want to play, and we want to get going. I think every single guy is ready to go. It would be a complete shame if the doors are locked by ownership.''' … [Read more...] about Ott, Sabres cling to optimism as lockout nears

'When pressed further Pegula added "I don't know if that situation is going to happen. Obviously we'll all want to see some hockey played so let's hope it doesn't happen and be positive on it." Pressed harder by reporters Pegula said simply "I can't talk about it."' … [Read more...] about Pegula Can’t Discuss NHL Labor Situation

'“When I did buy the Sabres, part of my aspiration was to help the area; help some employment. This project that the city has so graciously given and handed off to us – against some pretty stiff competition from others – we’re very proud to carry it forward,” stated Pegula. “We always use the term ‘a destination to play hockey’ for the Buffalo area, so this is going to add to … [Read more...] about Building for the future