Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

'State records show the company, which owns both franchises and the Rochester Americans, hired Albany-based lobbying firm Ostroff Associates to a $7,500-a-month contract last month to push its sports-betting interests at the Capitol.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills, Sabres owner wants fans to be able to bet at games

'“It was a special night and it’s an amazing story,’’ said defenseman Nathan Beaulieu, one of the Sabres' goal scorers. “Coming from Montreal and the Bell Centre, that’s one of the loudest places in the league, but these fans were loud tonight. It’s fun to see them so involved and chanting. We feed off of that.’’' … [Read more...] about Roth: Buffalo Sabres are a perfect 10, beat San Jose Sharks in another OT thriller

'The time period for the study will be about six to nine months, according to Bruce Popko, PSE's chief operating officer, who said the stadium and arena have "fallen behind modern standards."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills owner takes next step toward new stadium

'“It wasn’t a hard decision,’’ Gionta said. “It will be at times because that’s what you’re used to, but it’s the right decision.’’' … [Read more...] about Roth: Brian Gionta opened doors for others by the way he played the game

'Signs with “hometown’’ team in 2014 to help franchise through some tough times.' … [Read more...] about Greece’s Brian Gionta retires from hockey: Here are 10 magical memories

'When a team finishes dead last in the NHL three of the last five years, a new GM gets a green light from ownership, and Botterill has kept his foot on the pedal.' … [Read more...] about Roth: Sabres’ GM Botterill completes his summer homework with Skinner trade

'The 21-year-old Eichel returns to the number he wore in college at Boston University where he won the Hobey Baker Award. He also wore No. 9 as the captain of Team USA in the World Junior Championships in 2015.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel switches jersey number after Evander Kane trade frees up No. 9

'But yes, there is still room for veteran free agents in this land of opportunity. Thirty-something legs welcomed.' … [Read more...] about Youth is served with Sabres but as free agency dawns, veterans still needed

'“I’m not a fan of that term because we are talking about 18-year-olds,’’ Marr said at the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo. “But he’s got that potential to be that type of player. I’ve said before, 18- and 19-year-olds don’t win teams Stanley Cups. He’ll find his way, he’ll earn his ice time, he’ll put the work in every day and he’s got the elite set of skills and hockey sense, … [Read more...] about NHL Draft: Sabres will be getting ‘holy trinity’ of brains, hands, feet in Rasmus Dahlin

'“I watched to see how he would do in his testing, and other players as well,” said Housley, who was also present at Jim Kelly's celebrity golf tournament in Batavia on Monday. “I thought he did a terrific job. We’re just excited for the draft June 22 in Dallas and it’s going to be exciting having the No. 1 overall pick. I’m not going to comment on anything. What I’ll say is … [Read more...] about Phil Housley on Sabres’ top pick: ‘It’s going to be an exciting player’

'“Nothing is done, I’ll have to wait and see what’s next in the draft coming up, but yes, if I’m coming here, I’d love to be here,’’ said Dahlin, a nice kid who is OK with being the No. 1 overall pick but not OK with jinxing himself or sounding arrogant.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ future defenseman Rasmus Dahlin shows his mettle in place of medal controversy

'Kim's story is a fascinating one which I chronicled in this piece a few years back. She was born in Seoul, South Korea and was left by her mother at a police station as a very little girl. At the age of five, Fairport residents Ralph and Marilyn Kerr adopted her from an orphanage, picked her up at JFK Airport in New York City, and she lived in Fairport through most of her high … [Read more...] about Five things to know about Buffalo Bills and Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula

'Beyond the statement he texted, Brandon could not be reached for additional comment, but The Buffalo News reported that his resignation is tied to an internal investigation into Brandon's workplace behavior and allegations of personal misconduct having to do with allegations of inappropriate relationships with female employees at PSE.' … [Read more...] about Russ Brandon resigns as president of Buffalo Bills and Sabres after investigation

'Porter is third in scoring for the Amerks this season with 16 goals and 24 assists for 40 points in 64 games. The Detroit native has appeared in 249 NHL games and has scored 29 goals to go with 29 assists at the top level.' … [Read more...] about Nylander, Porter earn late-season call-ups to parent Sabres

'Heading into their final five games, the Sabres (24-41-16) have a firm grip on last place with 60 points, five behind Arizona (27-40-11). If it takes a mini-tank, there can be no letting up now in the race to draft Swedish defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, this year’s uncontested top prospect.' … [Read more...] about In Casey Mittelstadt, Sabres fans are given another reason to hope