The NHL has hired former league VP Steve Soloman to handle the bids for the Buffalo franchise and help in the day-to-day workings of the operation. … [Read more...] about Game Story
The Sabres Report - Nov 17, 2002
Red Wings acquire defenseman Woolley
'"Things are pretty tough in Buffalo right now," Woolley said. "To come into this situation, it's obviously pretty exciting."' … [Read more...] about Red Wings acquire defenseman Woolley
Woolley playing more aggressively
'Essentially, Woolley, 33, is a younger version of Duchesne, 37, and a player who could thrive with the offensive players on the Wings.' … [Read more...] about Woolley playing more aggressively
Senators 4, Sabres 1
'``We've had years where we haven't made the playoffs, but we've never had a stretch like this,'' Rob Ray said.' … [Read more...] about Senators 4, Sabres 1
Ottawa 4, Buffalo 1
'"We had a couple of opportunities in the first period to put it away, if only we could score on the power plays," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "When they made it 3-1 in the second, they just took off on us. We played desperately in the third and took too many chances. A lot of us aren't sleeping."' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 4, Buffalo 1
Ottawa 4, Buffalo 1
'Chris Gratton scored for the Sabres, who have lost six straight and are 0-9-2 in the last 11 games. The winless streak is one short of the club record, set during the 1991-92 season.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa 4, Buffalo 1
The Sabres Report - Nov 16, 2002
Woolley provides latest ammunition for the zealots
In the midst of Buffalo's spiral into new depths of futility, many fans are degenerating into zealots taking ultra-aggressive stances of protest. Boiling frustrations turn the idle opinions of a few into the angry mantras of many. Frankly, some of these exaggerated cries lack any common sense whatsoever. Take the Jason Woolley situation. … [Read more...] about Woolley provides latest ammunition for the zealots
Sabres Trade Veteran Defenseman Jason Woolley to Red Wings
'The 33-year-old Woolley spent five full seasons with the Sabres after being acquired from Pittsburgh in September 1997. He played in 365 games with Buffalo, recording 40 goals and 125 assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Trade Veteran Defenseman Jason Woolley to Red Wings
Red Wings acquire Woolley from Sabres
'Woolley is Buffalo's all-time postseason scoring leader among defensemen with seven goals and 27 assists in 49 games.' … [Read more...] about Red Wings acquire Woolley from Sabres
Sabres trade D Woolley to Red Wings
'The cost-conscious Sabres received a conditional pick in next year's draft, while freeing themselves of Woolley's $1,425,000 salary. The Sabres are looking for a new owner and are operating on a fixed budget overseen by the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres trade D Woolley to Red Wings
Red Wings acquire D Woolley from Sabres
'The Detroit Red Wings on Saturday acquired defenseman Jason Woolley from the Buffalo Sabres for future considerations.' … [Read more...] about Red Wings acquire D Woolley from Sabres
Mogilny sticks it to Sabres, but Belfour's the star
...JASON SPEZZA, PATRICK LALIME... Yes! Not a former Buffalo Sabre in that bunch of current Ottawa Senators. After Richard Smehlik was a plus-6, Steve Shields made 34 saves and Alexander Mogilny scored twice in the three most recent defeats at home, that's perhaps the best news the Sabres could get as they prepare for their meeting with the Senators tonight in … [Read more...] about Mogilny sticks it to Sabres, but Belfour's the star
Who's going to stop the bleeding?
The Buffalo Sabres are suffering from massive hemorrhaging. Emergency medical attention is needed immediately to save the patient. Unfortunately it appears that a rescue team will not arrive on the scene in time. … [Read more...] about Who's going to stop the bleeding?
Sabres vs. Senators
'Of Ottawa's 37 goals, 21 have come on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Senators
Game day
The Sabres have earned the worst record in the NHL honestly. … [Read more...] about Game day