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'Louis Ciminelli, a construction company executive who serves as chairman of the Pataki administration's New York Power Authority, called Golisano on Monday afternoon to gauge his plans for the Sabres if Hamister's fledgling deal does not materialize.' … [Read more...] about Golisano approached about Sabres

'If the league doesn't grant Hamister another extension, it may open the bidding to other parties as soon as Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Hamister Won't Meet NHL Deadline on Sabres Purchase

'After skating to a scoreless tie through two periods, the Sabres and Sharks put on their scoring pants in the final 20 minutes.' … [Read more...] about Sharks must settle for tie

'Yes, the Buffalo Sabres have been on a roll lately, winning five of six overall and two in a row on the road entering the game. But if the Sharks are going to mount a run for a playoff spot, it is imperative for them to win games such as this -- and not settle for a 2-2 tie against a last-place club.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rattle Sharks with tie

'"We managed to get a lead through hard work," Wilson said. "But sloppy coverage, sloppy play and it's a tied hockey game. So we handed them back a point." … [Read more...] about Sharks forced to accept draw with Buffalo

'Rookie goalie Ryan Miller joined the Buffalo Sabres after a 1-1 tie with Syracuse on Dec. 30. Left winger Denis Hamel went up the week before. Right winger Jaroslav Kristek was promoted last week. Thus, the Amerks lost one of the AHL’s best goalies -- Miller was the rookie of the month for December -- and two of their top three goal-scorers.' … [Read more...] about Recalls to Sabres leave Amerks where season began

'Both teams had outstanding scoring chances in overtime, but both goalies held on. With 10 seconds left, Vincent Damphousse rattled a shot off Miller's crossbar.' … [Read more...] about Sharks 2, Sabres 2

'Ryan Miller's first career tie was more challenging than his first shutout.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, San Jose 2 (ot)

'The plan paints a picture of just what could happen if the city loses the team... and what could happen if it stays.' … [Read more...] about Channel 2 obtains details of Hamister plan

'It is still unknown whether the state, county and city are willing to commit public funding to the team, a point that has held up the potential sale for weeks.' … [Read more...] about Hamister says Sabres sale agreement is near

'"He's really come a long way this season," commented Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "I think he could be as good as he wants to be. He has the drive. It's the kind of drive that could make him a great player."' … [Read more...] about Kotalik enters race

'''The decision not to pay these three players, to not make the payments, was made at the level that involved the league and their outside counsel,'' Regier said. ''This decision was made by the league, which is supervising the team.'' (Submitted by: LTSGOBFLO!) … [Read more...] about Unpaid Sabres could become free agents

'Court documents state Muckler is owed $25,000, but he said Wednesday the actual figure is substantially higher.' … [Read more...] about Sens' Muckler owed a bunch by the Sabres

'The National Hockey League, not the Buffalo Sabres, made the decision to withhold deferred payments owed to three players Jan. 1. And those players could become unrestricted free agents as a result of not getting paid.' … [Read more...] about Pay snubs could mean free agency

'Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said the speedy Olympian's first game back could be Jan. 24 against the Toronto Maple Leafs in HSBC Arena.' … [Read more...] about Afinogenov feels great after practice