Archives for May 2018

'Throw in the fact that Kim Pegula is taking over as Sabres president and, my lord, we might as well clear the streets for a Cup parade. Never mind that she's unsuited to preside over one pro franchise, never mind two. This is progress, and the team's more gullible fans will quickly forgive the sins of the past.' … [Read more...] about Jerry Sullivan: One lottery does not change Sabres’ losing culture

'Securing the No. 1 pick can change that. Since the canceled season of 2004-05, there have been 13 drafts. Five teams saw their attendance rise (and occasionally skyrocket) after getting the top prospect. Four teams couldn't overcome a losing season and had fans stay away. It didn't matter in Edmonton, which picked first four times and sold out its building year after year to … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Top pick, bottom line can be real lottery combo

'It seems inevitable that the Sabres will start to improve quickly. You would think the same would be true for the Habs and Sens, although there are still major question marks in leadership positions. Detroit could be the team in the most immediate trouble. … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Lottery sweeps change through Atlantic Division

'During the recently completed last-place season, empty seats littered the arena as tickets failed to sell for as little as $6 on StubHub.com. Fans who renew can now recoup at least some of their losses at the store.' … [Read more...] about Sabres introduce ticket exchange for season-ticket holders

'Having investigations handled by outside attorneys is not uncommon in the business world, but the situation was particularly sensitive in this case. Gregg Brandon, Russ’ brother, is executive vice president and general counsel for Pegula Sports and Entertainment. Gregg Brandon is expected to remain with the organization, a Bills source said.' … [Read more...] about Pegulas used personal attorneys to investigate Brandon

'The NHL claims there is no link between head trauma and CTE. Parker joins former Sabres Rick Martin and Steve Montador and fellow NHLers Reggie Fleming, Bob Probert, Derek Boogaard and Larry Zeidel in having CTE discovered posthumously.' … [Read more...] about Report: Late Sabres forward Jeff Parker found to have CTE

'He had been a rare Group VI free agent, for players 25 or older who had appeared in three NHL seasons but fewer than 80 NHL games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign Nelson with two-year deal

'The Pegulas have a residence in Boca Raton, Fla. Will they spend more time in Buffalo, given the significant tax benefits to being primary residents of Florida? Kim uses videoconferencing to communicate with PSE staff when she isn't in town.' … [Read more...] about Kim Pegula wielding unprecedented power, faces heavy lift with Bills, Sabres

'Brandon was a good servant under late owner Ralph Wilson and a humble person before losing his way in both areas, a sad reality he will someday recognize, if he hasn't already, once his mind is clear. He will look back and understand that he succumbed to power, ego, money and more, that he lied to others and mostly to himself.' … [Read more...] about Bucky Gleason: Brandon lost his way before losing his job with Bills, Sabres

'The Ottawa Senators actually had the best chance after the first three balls had been drawn, with three of the remaining 11 numbers. Then came a group that included the Sabres, Vancouver, Arizona and Chicago. They had two balls each.' … [Read more...] about Sens had best chance and Hawks were one number off to win NHL Draft Lottery

'The IIHF said the players and coaches violated Championship Regulations Article 5.5.8, which states medals must be "worn around the neck in respectful manner for the duration of the closing ceremony and the following post-game mixed zone and media conference procedures."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin gets two-game IIHF ban for medal ceremony protest in Buffalo