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'Unlike the failed proposal from Mark Hamister and Todd Berman, Golisano's bid includes no government aid. "That was one of my criteria," Golisano said. "I believe that these type of transactions can take place without taxpayers having to finance them."' … [Read more...] about Bettman approves Golisano's bid

'According to court documents filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Buffalo, if the National Hockey League does not receive an alternative bid of at least $95 million during a court auction, the team will be awarded to Golisano, the chairman and chief executive of software maker Paychex Inc.' … [Read more...] about Paychex Chief to Buy Buffalo Sabres for $92 Million

'``This represents an opportunity for the Sabres to move forward under strong ownership and remain in Buffalo,'' NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said during a press conference at HSBC Arena in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Golisano Agrees to Buy NHL's Sabres for More Than $70 Million

'Adelphia's approval was integral, and the company considers Golisano's the best offer it could expect to get.' … [Read more...] about Golisano introduced as next owner of Sabres

I want to thank all of you who voted against me in the last election, because quite frankly I would not be here today, Golisano joked. … [Read more...] about Billionaire Golisano purchases Sabres

'"His responsibility level has doubled or tripled with me and Grats gone," Ray said. "It's such a young team. There's so much more responsibility that he's never had before."' … [Read more...] about Boulton inherits a fighting chance

'D Alexei Zhitnik hasn't scored a goal at home since Jan. 5, 2001.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Lightning

'Even though an agreement has been signed, there remains a 30-day period when someone else could put in a higher bid for the team through U.S. Bankruptcy Court. That is considered highly unlikely.' … [Read more...] about Golisano, NHL agree on sale

'Presumably, Golisano sees light at end of the tunnel in the form of a new and improved NHL collective bargaining agreement in September of 2004, when the current deal expires. Otherwise, why would the Rochester billionaire make such a foolish purchase?' … [Read more...] about Will Golisano's Buffalo rescue be worth it?

'The Amerks are paying dearly for the Sabres’ inability -- or unwillingness -- to pay enough players to fill out both an NHL and AHL roster.' … [Read more...] about Injuries to Sabres hurt Amerks even more

'``I don't think they are a team that gets blown out one night and plays it tight the next. They grind it out every night and surprise you,'' center Tim Taylor said. ``They match up pretty well against our team because that's the type of game that we play and their goaltenders have played well against us. They battle and I think that's why we have … [Read more...] about Lightning Seek To Snap Sabres Hex

'Tampa Bay is 9-2-3 in its past 14.' … [Read more...] about Tonight's Lightning Game

'Tampa Bay trails the series 10-25-5-1 and is winless in nine games (0-6-3). It is 6-12-2 in Buffalo, where it hasn't won since March 1999 (0-6-1).' … [Read more...] about Tonight: Lightning vs. Sabres

'"I thought I was going to be part of the core group here, but I guess I really wasn't," Briere said after cleaning out his locker Tuesday. "I really wanted to stay here and be part of what they're building, but at the same time, I'm going to a place that wants me and I'm going to really try and enjoy it."' … [Read more...] about Trade makes Briere sad, brings in happy Gratton

'Golisano must now seek approval from U.S. bankruptcy court in Buffalo, where his offer is scheduled to be presented tomorrow morning, TSN said without citing where it got it's information. Details of purchase weren't available.' … [Read more...] about Golisano Signs Agreement to Buy Sabres, Canada's TSN Reports