'When people ask me why diversity matters, I tell them to spend a week with my husband and me. Terry and I are diverse in age (18 years), ethnicity (white/Asian) as well as a variety of other traits (I like chocolate/he likes vanilla). But those differences, when combined, are our biggest strength. They've gotten us through 27 years of marriage, raising three kids and leading … [Read more...] about Bills, Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula: Impact of diversity felt throughout an organization
Archives for August 2020
Inside the long-awaited return of Sabres' royal blue and gold jerseys
'“We have what’s been a really key part to the Sabres’ history, the fans want it, our owners love it and we just need to modernize it and go forward from there,” Raccuia said. “Sometimes it’s better to just listen and get out of the way. That’s what I think we did here.”' … [Read more...] about Inside the long-awaited return of Sabres’ royal blue and gold jerseys
Sabres finally unveil new royal blue and gold jerseys
'This is the fifth major uniform change in franchise history. The Sabres wore their original jerseys from their inception in 1970 until 1996, when they switched to black and red uniforms that featured a logo that is commonly referred to as “the goat head.” The team switched to navy blue and gold with a logo fans dubbed “the slug” in 2006. After introducing a navy third jersey … [Read more...] about Sabres finally unveil new royal blue and gold jerseys
Buffalo Sabres switch back to the old royal blue jerseys
'With their 50th anniversary season behind them, the Buffalo Sabres are unveiling a new jersey. But it's also an old one.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres switch back to the old royal blue jerseys
Twitter reacts to Buffalo Sabres' new royal blue jerseys
'Overall, fans, players and other teams loved this reveal and gave their reactions on social media.' … [Read more...] about Twitter reacts to Buffalo Sabres’ new royal blue jerseys
Sabres unveil new royal blue jerseys
'The new royal blue jerseys are very similar to the navy blue jerseys that the team has primarily worn since the 2010-11 season. Aside from the change in color, the crest on the front of the jersey is bigger and has adopted the detailing of the 50th anniversary jerseys the team wore this past season. In addition, the swords on the logo are also detailed with beveling to give a … [Read more...] about Sabres unveil new royal blue jerseys
New Sabres jerseys are a return to the good old days
'Considering the lack of faith in the organization a large number of the fanbase has developed, there was concern they would find a way to mess this up. Maybe the shade of blue would be too dark, maybe they would try too hard to make a brand new jersey design. Sometimes when it comes to jerseys, teams make things more difficult than they have to be. They get too fancy with a … [Read more...] about New Sabres jerseys are a return to the good old days
Return to royal blue: Buffalo Sabres unveil new jerseys
'Since 2006 the Sabres have sported navy blue and yellow uniforms, and haven't changed their jerseys since the 2010-11 season, the last time the Sabres were in the playoffs.' … [Read more...] about Return to royal blue: Buffalo Sabres unveil new jerseys
Sabres announce #ReturnToRoyal with new uniforms
'The team showed off their new uniforms Tuesday morning after teasing their #ReturnToRoyal on social media.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce #ReturnToRoyal with new uniforms
Sabres unveil new uniforms
'There’s more Sabres fun still to come this week too. On Wednesday, local landmarks will be lit in royal blue. The Sabres are also asking fans to wear royal blue and draw the Sabres logos with sidewalk chalk. Participants are asked to share their photos using the hashtag #ReturnToRoyal. A lucky fan may even win a jersey.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unveil new uniforms
Return to Royal: Sabres reveal new home and away uniforms
'The jerseys mark a return to the original royal blue, gold, and white color scheme worn by the franchise for 26 years beginning with its inception in 1970.' … [Read more...] about Return to Royal: Sabres reveal new home and away uniforms
Jack Eichel's MVP nod headlines Sabres player awards for 2019-20
'When the Sabres' season paused March 12, Eichel was on pace for the most goals and points by a Sabre since 2006-07. He had 20 multipoint and seven multigoal games, and he was three points shy of becoming the ninth player in franchise history to record back-to-back 80-point seasons at least once.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s MVP nod headlines Sabres player awards for 2019-20
Dynamic season earns Jack Eichel Sabres MVP award for 2019-20
'The Sabres, of course, usually announce their player awards before a late-season home game. But because the COVID-19 pandemic forced the NHL to cancel the Sabres’ final 13 games, the team released the winners today, the first day of their “Jersey Reveal Week.”' … [Read more...] about Dynamic season earns Jack Eichel Sabres MVP award for 2019-20
Sabres announce team award winners for 2019-20 season
'Sabres captain Jack Eichel was the only player to come away with two team honors as he was named the Foundation Man of the Year, as well as the Most Valuable Player.' … [Read more...] about Sabres announce team award winners for 2019-20 season
Sabres to unveil new royal blue jerseys Tuesday
'While the team is promising a return to the colors of old, details of any new design elements have been kept quiet.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to unveil new royal blue jerseys Tuesday