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'He said he will play for HC Slovan Slovnaft Bratislava of the Slovak Republic Extraleague.' … [Read more...] about Satan set to wait out Sabres while playing in Slovakia

'Satan has decided to play for HC Slovan Slovnaft Bratislava because he and the Sabres aren't close to agreeing on a new contract.' … [Read more...] about Satan set to play in Slovakia

'Coach Lindy Ruff believes his roster has as much punch as any since he took over as bench boss in 1997-98 -- which isn't saying a lot considering no Sabre has compiled more than 40 goals or 80 points in his tenure.' … [Read more...] about Sabres: Turning the corner?

'"I understand how it works," McKee said. "The team is trying to fit everybody into a certain salary structure. But I feel where our proposals are at is where my value is in the league. We're going to stick by that. We're not asking for anything ridiculous."' … [Read more...] about McKee's willing to hold out

'''The emphasis is just trying to get him signed as soon as possible,'' said Regier. ''Everything after that is just a day or two away.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres prepare for training camp without unsigned Satan

'"It's been a whole different atmosphere," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said Monday. "We've made some deals to help the club, and it's pretty exciting."' … [Read more...] about Sabres back in business

'The Sabres have made goaltending coach Jim Corsi a full-time employee with the intent to instill National Hockey League-caliber consistency in the crease. A majority of NHL teams employ a part-time assistant or consultant to handle the position. Corsi had been a part-timer with Buffalo for the past five seasons.' … [Read more...] about Corsi promoted to develop 'new' goalies

'Blessing, whose full-time job is director of public relations and TV for the Fort Erie Race Track, naturally is disappointed. "I think it's a shame," he said. "The feedback from fans always amazed me. One of the best things about it is how much fun we had. The fans picked up on that."' … [Read more...] about Hockey Hotline's Blessing gets left out in the cold

'The Sabres Alumni Hockey game will pit a group of Jamestown Lakers coaches against some of the retired Sabres players.' … [Read more...] about Sabres alumni will play charity game

'If you’re a hockey fan, you’ll be paying a steep price to watch the NHL’s best when the defending Stanley Cup champion New Jersey Devils play the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial. Tickets for Rochester’s first regulation game in one of the four major team sports in 32 years will cost $75 (4,600 seats) … [Read more...] about Local NHL game expensive for fans

'Making the playoffs would be a big step forward, but with a new vibe around the entire organization the Sabres are ready for a fresh start, and anything is possible in the wide-open East.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Preview

'"What we're trying to do is get people re-introduced and excited.," said Mike Gilbert, Sabres' vice president/communications. "We also know it was a tough season last year but we want people to remember this is a 34-year old franchise. What better way to do that than to see the Aud again."' … [Read more...] about Sabres 'shoot' at the Aud once more

'Seats for the 7 p.m. game are priced at $12 (100 and 200 levels) and $8 (300).' … [Read more...] about Sabres putting tickets for Blue Jackets on sale

The Buffalo Sabres announced today that tickets will go on sale Tuesday (Sept. 2) at 9 a.m. for the Sabres' exhibition game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Oct. 4 at HSBC Arena. The 2003 Buffalo Sabres' Training Camp begins in two weeks, so now is the time to purchase your seats to catch the first glimpse of the 2003-04 team. … [Read more...] about Sabres Announce Sale Date for Exhibition Tickets

For the third consecutive season, the Buffalo Sabres are proud to announce their involvement with the Icebreakers, a program designed to introduce the sport of ice hockey to young girls between 6- and 12-years-old. Each Icebreaker will enjoy a comprehensive, free five-week hockey experience that will teach, enlighten and encourage the participants in all phases of hockey. … [Read more...] about Breaking the Ice