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'"Losing isn't an option in this town. Not making the playoffs isn't an option in this town. You can go back to what I said when I first got here. People here are passionate about the team. It's their team, and you can't get around that. That's where the challenge is. We have a big challenge ahead of us here."' … [Read more...] about It's Rigases' call, but Ruff wants to ride out tough times with Regier

'Regier on Friday met with the media for the first time since the Sabres' season ended. They missed the playoffs for only the seventh time in their 32-year history, yet Regier indicated fans probably shouldn't get their hopes up for sweeping changes.' … [Read more...] about Not much change seen in Sabres' future

General Manager Darcy Regier at Friday's annual State of the Sabres address said it's business as usual despite the financial problems plaguing team owner John Rigas, but he admits there is some concern. "I'm not that naive to think difficulties at Adelphia might not impact us," he says. "They may." … [Read more...] about Could Adelphia's problems affect the Sabres?

'The Sabres now appear to be experiencing a Catch-22. With less revenue being generated through ticket sales, they have less money to shop for better players. Without a better product on the ice, many fans likely will save their money and stay home.' … [Read more...] about Postseason blues are running red

'Buffalo Sabres forward Erik Rasmussen was among 12 NHL players chosen Wednesday by USA Hockey to compete in the world championships.' … [Read more...] about Rasmussen on U.S. roster

'It's worth noting again that despite the pathetic records the Thrashers, Blue Jackets and Panthers produced to earn those lofty draft positions, the Sabres went 3-6-1 against them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres roll an 11 for draft

'Much of the blame for the Sabres' failure to reach the playoffs should be laid at the doorstep of the owners, or in whichever bunker the Rigas family currently resides.' … [Read more...] about Tool shipment is past due for Sabres

'...Buffalo Broadcast Pioneers will honor...the late Ted Darling [the] original voice of the Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about KB news trio to be honored by Hall of Fame

'Biron will be run ragged by a summer schedule that includes marriage, honeymooning in Hawaii, finishing construction on a house, moving into it and - of most interest to Sabres fans - negotiating a new contract.' … [Read more...] about Biron ready for 'offseason'

'If there is one other thing that the Sabres need to improve on next season it's toughness. They need a little more in front of their own net, in the corners and when it comes time to stick up for each other.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' season-ending report

'And while the future isn't bleak, it's not brimming with optimism, either.' … [Read more...] about Hasek, Peca continue to cast shadow over Sabres

'Some changes are bound to happen, with 14 free agents. Five are unrestricted, including Rob Ray and Richard Smehlik.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Clean Out Memories of a Disappointing Season

'"We have a very strong nucleus. I know this organization isn't happy about how things went this year. I know the guys in the room - everybody knows, the coaches and Darcy - they want to win. They want to be successful and have a good hockey team. That's first and foremost. I think there were times when the desperation wasn't there."' … [Read more...] about Sabres take blame, seek solutions

'He'll turn 39 in June but plays like he has several years remaining on his 19-year career. He enjoys playing in Buffalo, understands his role and wants to return for another season. He's not willing to move his family again for the opportunity to play elsewhere.' … [Read more...] about Free agent Patrick really faces choice of re-sign or retire

'Roughly 10 percent of that critical season ticket base was lost before the 2001-02 season started. Coupled with a condensed schedule due to the NHL's Olympic participation (remember there were nine home games in October, approximately 25 percent of all home dates) and a horrible start on the ice, selling tickets became even more of a challenge. Attendance dipped, … [Read more...] about Sports' cyclical nature catches Sabres, Bills