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'And it needs every penny it can get because of the rights deal it pays the Sabres when they play. The rights fee had been inflated when Adelphia owned the Sabres because it was used to reduce the team's losses. Now that Adelphia no longer owns the Sabres, industry experts suggest the $9 million annual deal may be three times the actual market value.' … [Read more...] about Was Empire's demise necessary?

'McKee did admit from a personal standpoint, he understands why fans believe the players should accept a cap. "If players were greedy, they would just simply take a deal now, make their money and let the guys behind them get screwed with it" the 27 year old McKee said. Mckee said it would make sense for he and many other players in his age range to just take the … [Read more...] about McKee Says NHL Picture Is Bleaker Than Ever

'“Everyone knew for two years the lockout was coming,” said Boulton. “Knowing that gave us a chance to save money and prepare for anything else that might happen.”' … [Read more...] about Up-and-comer Boulton adjusts to waiting game

'The Buffalo News reported earlier this month that Adelphia had rejected a $17 million offer for Empire from a group led by Buffalo native Joshua Pollack. Adelphia has told Empire employees that the network would be losing $10 million a year if the Sabres were playing, because of the rights fee of about $9 million it pays to the Sabres. The cable company also contended … [Read more...] about Adelphia folding Empire; Sabres land on MSG

'Adelphia has negotiated a deal to sublet Sabres' broadcasts to New York City-based Madison Square Garden Network for the remaining two years of its television contract with the NHL franchise, Haywood said. The deal has the Sabres' approval.' … [Read more...] about Adelphia to fold Empire Sports Network

'At its peak, Empire, known for its coverage of Buffalo area professional, amateur, and college sports teams, employed about 115 at its peak.' … [Read more...] about Plug being pulled on Empire Sports Network

'When the Buffalo Sabres start playing hockey again, they'll be on MSG network.' … [Read more...] about Empire Sports Is Gone

'...the Empire Sports Network has ceased operations, effective immediately.' … [Read more...] about Empire's End

'Ramsey was a very intelligent defenseman with a great understanding of the game. He was always in great position and always made a solid play and clearing the zone dependably. He also was an honest physical player - very tough in front of his net and a good open ice hitter. He was also recognized as one of the game's best shot blockers. His work ethic, dependability, … [Read more...] about Sabre Legends: Mike Ramsey

'Golisano also revealed he hasn't spoken to any of his 29 league counterparts, including Boston Bruins owner and Western New Yorker Jeremy Jacobs, since Bettman announced the lockout Sept. 14.' … [Read more...] about Golisano still holding out hope for season

'When I first started in the organization, I began just flying around trying to make saves and didn’t get the opportunity to round out my game by playing a lot. Now, I am not really doing things differently, I’m just learning a game I was trying to change things with. A lot of positioning, mental approaches and making changes that you have to work into. … [Read more...] about In the Locker Room with… Ryan Miller

'No longer optimistic that this season can be saved, Jeanneret exercised his vocal chords in the recent Amerks game at HSBC Arena and a charity game organized by ex-Sabre Pat LaFontaine. He's also done commercial voiceover work on ads for J.W. Danforth Heating and Air Conditioning and Atlantic Fish Co. So instead of hearing Jeanneret's trademark description of a … [Read more...] about Filling the hockey void

'HF: Overall, are you satisfied about the prospects in the Sabres organization? DP: Overall, we are happy with the talent level in our organization. I guess one of area concern right now is the defensemen. We have only one defenseman here and four forwards. I think that going forward we would not pass a forward that we really like, but we had liked to add some defensemen … [Read more...] about Sabres scout Darryl Plandowski on the team&#8217s prospects at the WJC

'"Signing here was the best thing for me to do. What I went through the last year or two, trying to get things straightened out with Buffalo, not knowing what's going on and waiting until halfway through the summer to sign here. . . . Here, they've given me every opportunity plus some."' … [Read more...] about Wideman carving out pro career

'A disgruntled hockey fan is taking his frustration over the NHL lockout to the streets.' … [Read more...] about Disgruntled hockey fan finds outlet for frustration