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KeyBank Center lease negotiations won't start until after new Bills stadium is done

'That doesn’t mean that there haven’t been some initial conversations about a new lease and what it would take to help make some much-needed renovations at the almost 30-year-old downtown arena. But actual negotiations, likely to also involve the state, won’t start in earnest until after the Bills stadium is completed and then continue into the next year, Poloncarz said.' … [Read more...] about KeyBank Center lease negotiations won’t start until after new Bills stadium is done

Buffalo News |

Sabres likely to renew KeyBank Center lease with Erie County; Firm examining arena for possible renovations

'“We can also opt out, and then there’s another year on the lease after that, but the way conversations are trending, it’s likely just to continue the way it is,” Guelli said after the Sabres and KeyBank announced a 10-year extension of their naming rights agreement.' … [Read more...] about Sabres likely to renew KeyBank Center lease with Erie County; Firm examining arena for possible renovations

Olean Times Herald |

Buffalo Sabres home arena to remain KeyBank Center after reaching 10-year naming rights extension

'The new deal will kick in next year and run through 2035-36. The Cleveland-based bank has a large regional presence in Buffalo, and took over the downtown arena’s naming rights after acquiring First Niagara Bank in 2016. As part of the extension, the bank’s name will be featured on the Sabres’ helmets for away games starting this season.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres home arena to remain KeyBank Center after reaching 10-year naming rights extension

AP |

Guelli said they're being very deliberate with how to improve the arena

'“When I came in, Terry (Pegula) and I talked about the future of the arena and what we wanted to do and he’s invested in every year and we’ve got some things that we’re not ready to announce today that we’ve done over the summer as well and we’re also looking at the long-term future of the arena.”' … [Read more...] about Guelli said they’re being very deliberate with how to improve the arena

WGR-AM |

Sabres announce 10-year extension of naming rights for KeyBank Center

'"We are thankful for the support of KeyBank over the course of the last decade, and look forward to the continued relationship with such a valued partner of the Buffalo Sabres," said Sabres owner, CEO and President Terry Pegula in a statement. "We take great pride in our home arena bearing the name of an organization with such strong roots in the Western New York community and … [Read more...] about Sabres announce 10-year extension of naming rights for KeyBank Center

WBEN-AM |

What's in store for KeyBank Center's future?

'In reality, the lease between the Sabres and Erie County with KeyBank Center does not really truly expire unless one side or the other backs out of the lease after a certain date. Guelli says the likely path for the Sabres, at this point, will be for the lease to automatically extend five years come Sept. 30 this year. Or they can continue the extension process on a … [Read more...] about What’s in store for KeyBank Center’s future?

WBEN-AM |

KeyBank naming rights extended for Buffalo’s downtown arena

'It is unclear on how money from the deal will be used. The lease on the building is set to expire in September 2026. Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said earlier this year that he wants to get the county out of the arena business. The county owns the shell of the building, the city of Buffalo owns the land, and the Sabres are responsible for the interior upkeep of the … [Read more...] about KeyBank naming rights extended for Buffalo’s downtown arena

WIVB-TV |

'It's more than a venue' | Naming rights extension symbolic of Sabres, KeyBank's shared commitment to Buffalo

'“It makes me feel very proud to be part of KeyBank, an organization that is just incredibly tethered to the Buffalo community,” Owunwanne said. “I live here, I work here, I’m raising a family here. So, having organizations that are that deeply rooted in the community and are doing things to propel the community, all of that is super impactful.” … [Read more...] about ‘It’s more than a venue’ | Naming rights extension symbolic of Sabres, KeyBank’s shared commitment to Buffalo

Sabres.com |