'Over the coming months, CAA ICON will guide PSE through a stadium feasibility analysis to identify the needed improvements to all aspects of the fan and team experience at either a new football stadium or renovated New Era Field. According to the Pegulas, the study will equally focus on modernizing the more than 23-year-old KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Pegula Sports and Entertainment to begin comprehensive study of venues
Archives for November 2018
5 Observations: Sabres win 10th straight, knock off Sharks 3-2 in OT
'Stop me if I've said this before -- Carter Hutton was the Sabres best player on Tuesday, despite allowing two goals in the third period. The Sabres netminder made multiple huge saves, keeping the Sharks at bay. His prettiest came in the first period, snagging a shot from Joonas Donskoi that surely looked like it was destined for the back of the net. If it weren't for another … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres win 10th straight, knock off Sharks 3-2 in OT
Skinner's Winner is a Perfect 10
'The Blue & Gold held a two goal lead heading into the 3rd period which hasn't happened often. Most of the season it's been the Sabres battling back late in the game but it was a different story in this one.' … [Read more...] about Skinner’s Winner is a Perfect 10
Pegula Sports and Entertainment to start comprehensive study of Bills, Sabres, Bandits venues
'“As both New Era Field and KeyBank Center have aged, they have fallen behind modern standards,” said Bruce Popko, PSE’s Chief Operating Officer. “Terry and Kim Pegula have invested more than $2 billion of their own money in our market, including $350 million in privately-financed venue upgrades and expansions. With both leases nearing expiration, we look forward to developing … [Read more...] about Pegula Sports and Entertainment to start comprehensive study of Bills, Sabres, Bandits venues
Sabres top Sharks in OT for 10th win in row
'"He just has a knack to be at the right place at the right time," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "He's good in traffic, he finds those open areas, he jumps on loose pucks. He knows where to put the puck obviously by the goals he scored."' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Sharks in OT for 10th win in row
Scary good: Sabres match franchise record with 10th straight win
'"I'm really happy for us, but really happy for them," Ristolainen said. "They've been supporting us all these years when I've been here. Six years, tough years. And it feels great to see them happy and the building's been rocking the last few games."' … [Read more...] about Scary good: Sabres match franchise record with 10th straight win
Sabres recall Pilut from Amerks
'Pilut (5'11", 187 lbs., 12/30/1995) joins the Sabres for his second recall of the season but has yet to appear in a game with the team. He is currently tied for third among all AHL skaters with 22 points (3+19) in his first 16 career AHL games and leads the league with a plus-19 rating.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Pilut from Amerks
Sabres using subtle changes, goaltending to shut down power plays
'"Special teams are such a big part of the game these days," winger Zemgus Girgensons said. "If you have good penalty killing, you can win a lot of games. You really need to pay attention when we have those meetings about the other team. We have guys who are on the same page all the time."' … [Read more...] about Sabres using subtle changes, goaltending to shut down power plays
Sabres Notebook: Evander Kane expects 'few more people in the stands' during return
'"I can imagine it will be positive," Kane said when asked if he expects a positive response from Sabres fans. "I’m sure they’re excited. I’m sure there will be a few more people in the stands than there have been in the past with how well they’re playing and the win streak. Looking forward to the competition tomorrow."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Evander Kane expects ‘few more people in the stands’ during return
Sabres’ 10-game winning streak in 2006 still holds special memories
'“I don’t want to jinx it, but one comment I had was a told my wife the other day, I said, ‘When they make the playoffs, I want to … go back to Buffalo and see a game to see the electricity in the building,’” Campbell said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ 10-game winning streak in 2006 still holds special memories
Phil Housley on Sabres’ winning streak: ‘We don’t talk about it’
'“We don’t talk about it,” said Housley, whose team hosts San Jose on Tuesday. “We just focus on the next game and focus on the San Jose Sharks, because they just went through a tough game (lost 6-0 to Vegas) and we know the hair is going to be up on the back of their neck and we’re going to have to be ready."' … [Read more...] about Phil Housley on Sabres’ winning streak: ‘We don’t talk about it’
No boos. No tracksuits. No moneyphones: Sharks’ Kane returns to Buffalo
'“I wish that during my time here it would have been the way it is now,” he said. “Nobody wants to lose consistently, have the building half empty. That’s never fun. That’s never what you want as a player.”' … [Read more...] about No boos. No tracksuits. No moneyphones: Sharks’ Kane returns to Buffalo
Tuesday's San Jose Coverage
No boos. No tracksuits. No moneyphones: Sharks’ Kane returns to Buffalo (San Jose Mercury News) Red-hot Sabres going for 10th straight win vs. San Jose (The Sports Xchange) Sharks vs. Sabres watch guide: Projected lines, pairs in Buffalo (NBC Sports Bay Area) Sharks at Sabres preview (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s San Jose Coverage
Worst in NHL last season, Sabres are surging after 9-0 run
'“Everyone is contributing in multiple ways, and when that happens anything is possible,” she added. “There’s still plenty of hockey left to play, but we are encouraged by the foundation that is being built and look forward to seeing the development continue.”' … [Read more...] about Worst in NHL last season, Sabres are surging after 9-0 run
Sharks' Kane wishes things were different while in Buffalo
'"I wish, during my time here, it would have been the way it is now," said Kane after practice on Monday at KeyBank Center. "No one wants to lose consistently and have the building half empty. That's never fun. That's never what you want as a player, but at the same time, I'm happy with where I am and I'm enjoying my time in San Jose. So far it's been fantastic."' … [Read more...] about Sharks’ Kane wishes things were different while in Buffalo