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'A source says DuRoss, who owns the Rochester Rhinos soccer team and the Providence Bruins of the AHL, is still in the process of putting his ownership group together, and met with Bettman to see if he'd be encouraged to continue. DuRoss apparently was encouraged to pursue ownership of the Sabres, even though it appears the group headed by Buffalo Destroyers owner … [Read more...] about Two's company in quest for Sabres ownership

"We do not have any interest in the Sabres," Nank said. "Or any other NHL team."' … [Read more...] about Spokesman for Allen denies bid for Sabres

'All eight of the Sabres veteran restricted free agents have been extended qualifying offers.' … [Read more...] about Veterans main focus

'Three players on the Buffalo Sabres' roster became unrestricted free agents today as their previous contracts expired.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' deals run out

'"Seymour felt everything was in good shape and that the Rigases had deep enough pockets to keep the team well-run and secure," Knox said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' financial tumult is painful for Knox family

'If the Rigases are to be believed, the Sabres lost millions of dollars a year. But until forensic accountants can plow though the books, no one will know the true state of the team's bottom line.' … [Read more...] about A moving experience

'The truth is that the Sabres had a world-class star tending goal. He saved their derrieres night after night and put cash receipts in the club treasury via a baker's dozen playoff series.' … [Read more...] about Fans can't see Hasek's greatness through the red

'DuRoss was approached by an investment bank firm and a group of wealthy individuals and was asked to head the group to purchase the Sabres and keep them in Buffalo. The P-Bruins owner has a lot of experience running sports franchises. He also owns the pro soccer league Rochester Rhinos and Major League Lacrosse's Rochester Rattlers. He began the process two weeks ago … [Read more...] about DuRoss assures deal won't cause saber rattling

'While at least two other potential ownership groups have been identified - one that wants a team for Portland, Ore., and the other a Utica-based group that would keep the team in Buffalo - several sources said Hamister's group remains the team's most likely suitor.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are 'Hamister's to lose'

'Sherry Bassin, the managing partner and general manager of the Erie Otters, has a reputation in NHL circles for successfully building hockey teams. That reputation is so solid, in fact, that Bassin's name has been associated with one of three groups of investors interested in buying the beleaguered Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Otters GM advises buyers' group

'Hamister, CEO and founder of the Buffalo-based National Health Care Affiliates and owner of the Arena Football League Buffalo Destroyers, is not considered to have the financial resources to pursue the team on his own. As a result, he has also met with a series of unidentified investors that are expected to join him in buying the team.' … [Read more...] about Hamister lets Sabres know he's serious

'" I don't want to prove it to anybody but myself that each year I can play a little better than the year before. I always have the motivation to become better."' … [Read more...] about Hecht hopes he's found a home with Sabres

'It is uncertain whether Gratton, Varada or Warrener will take the arbitrtation route. None is coming off a particularly outstanding statistical campaign, although Warrener did score a career-high five goals.' … [Read more...] about Chore of trying to bring back veteran players begins

'The Sabres have until Sunday to re-sign three veterans -- enforcer Rob Ray and defenseman James Patrick and Richard Smehlik -- eligible to become unrestricted free agents. Smehlik has already suggested that he will pursue free agency, and considers it unlikely that he will re-sign with the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres re-sign McKee, Brown; retain rights to eight others

'Buffalo extended qualifying offers to right wings Jeremy Adduono, Maxim Afinogenov and Vaclav Varada; centers Tim Connolly, Chris Gratton and Francois Methot; goaltenders Martin Biron and Mika Noronen; and defensemen Brian Campbell and Rhett Warrener.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pick up options on C Brown and D McKee