'Season-ticket sales are worse than flat for the Sabres. In fact, the season-ticket count actually is lower than it was three weeks ago.' … [Read more...] about Golisano bid for Sabres is no illusion
The Sabres Report - Nov 12, 2002
Connolly playing like a 'touchable'
'He personifies what Buffalo fans despise in a hockey player. He's a soft finesse player with the charisma of a doorknob. He's the antithesis of Michael Peca...'. … [Read more...] about Connolly playing like a 'touchable'
Regier tries to fan trade winds
'About 12,500 tickets for tonight's game had been sold by late Monday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Regier tries to fan trade winds
The Sabres Report - Nov 11, 2002
Trades coming?
'Regier has alrady said that if he wants to make a trade, he is free to do so. Even though the team is being operated by the NHL, Regier can still make deals and just has to let NHL officials know what he is doing. Regier has a budget to work within. As long as he doesn't exceed that budget, he can work out a deal.' … [Read more...] about Trades coming?
Bettman back in Buffalo
'Bettman will be meeting with the media late Tuesday afternoon prior to attending Tuesday night's Sabres-Boston Bruins game.' … [Read more...] about Bettman back in Buffalo
Jiri Sejba and other oddities provide a break
Everyone take a deep breath... Relax... Find your happy place.. … [Read more...] about Jiri Sejba and other oddities provide a break
Staggering Sabres running out of options
'General Manager Darcy Regier has the most secure job in hockey as long as the Sabres are a ward of the NHL. The league has been running the team since June and will continue to do so until a new owner takes control. Even if Regier did have an owner breathing down his neck, the GM still has five years left on his contract. As for the coach, Regier has never wavered in his … [Read more...] about Staggering Sabres running out of options
Headache harasses Afinogenov
'"We're at a point now where we're lost. We're going to have to send him somewhere and get an outside opinion. It's disappointing."' … [Read more...] about Headache harasses Afinogenov
The Sabres Report - Nov 10, 2002
Sabres, fans, writer in disarray after another loss
Writer's note: I don't give a ****anymore. There. I said it. And I enjoyed saying it. Normally, I take pride in my writing. I obsess over every period, every paragraph and every pointless detail. I take hours to craft something I can be proud of. Not today. I'm a Buffalo Sabre today. … [Read more...] about Sabres, fans, writer in disarray after another loss
Sabres sink to lowest point
'The Sabres scored more than two goals for the first time in nearly a month.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sink to lowest point
Regier has plenty of players to pick from to shake things up
'Let's face it, this town isn't going to support this team under the current conditions. And when the NHL condemns fans for nonsupport, they'll be sure to shift eternal blame to Regier's lap.' … [Read more...] about Regier has plenty of players to pick from to shake things up
Box office blues
'"Darcy has taken a devout fan and turned him into someone who really doesn't care if the Sabres stay or leave," wrote Bob Dworak, Kathleen's husband. "Judging by the letters in The Buffalo News and the ticket sales, there are many others with the same opinion."' … [Read more...] about Box office blues
Thrashers storm back to beat Sabres
'At least the Thrashers can look forward to a brighter future. The Sabres aren't even assured of having one.' … [Read more...] about Thrashers storm back to beat Sabres
Thrashers 6, Sabres 4
'It was the second time this week that Buffalo had blown a two-goal lead.' … [Read more...] about Thrashers 6, Sabres 4
Atlanta 6, Buffalo 4
'"We played better offensively but let up defensively," Barnes said. "That's the difference in this league. It's a tough place to play hockey. You need to be good on both ends of the ice to be successful and we weren't tonight, and it obviously cost us."' … [Read more...] about Atlanta 6, Buffalo 4