Archives for May 1, 2015

'While the Sabres seem to be in good position, other teams could join the bidding for Babcock. St. Louis, which is stacked at every position, is weighing the fate of coach Ken Hitchcock. Boston, which fired General Manager Peter Chiarelli after a disappointing season, might follow by ditching coach Claude Julien.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have pieces that could attract Babcock

'The organization sent invoices to fans this week, and increases vary from 3.8 percent to 6.1 percent for an across-the-board hike of 5 percent. The 44-game ticket packages range from $1,146 to $4,688, with fans paying between $1 and $5 more for each game to bring the totals to $28 to $112 per outing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres raise prices on season tickets

'No interviews have taken place yet. And the search, being led by general manager Tim Murray, isn't expected to speed up until at least next week, when Sabres owner Terry Pegula can turn his attention away from the NFL draft, one of the people said. Pegula and his wife Kim purchased the Buffalo Bills in October.' … [Read more...] about AP sources: McLellan on list of Sabres coaching candidates

'The Sabres are among a number of teams who will covet the Cup-winning and gold medal-winning coach. The Philadelphia Flyers, Edmonton Oilers, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, St. Louis Blues and Boston Bruins have all been linked to Babcock as possible landing spots.' … [Read more...] about With Detroit eliminated, let ‘Babcock Watch’ begin