Archives for November 2012

'He was an integral part of the Knox brothers' successful acquisition of the franchise and was an important member of the front offie for over 30 years.' … [Read more...] about Statement from Buffalo Sabres’ owner Terry Pegula on passing of Robert Swados

Brian Flynn's hat trick propels Amerks past Albany (Rochester D&C) Devils' attack falters in defeat (Albany Times Union) Flynn, Brennan power Amerks to 5-2 win over Devils (Amerks.com) Devils lose at Rochester (TheAlbanyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'“It seems like the players in any league are going to be subjected to the same scripted labour dispute developed by [NHL and NBA law firm] Proskauer Rose in all collective bargaining discussions now and in the future. Decertification becomes part of the script because Gary Bettman and the owners are trying to get a sense of how far they can push us and at some point we have to … [Read more...] about Exasperated Ryan Miller heartily endorses decertification of union

Rochester Amerks want to ramp up goal production (Rochester D&C) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'“There was movement on some issues by the players’ association, and that was appreciated,” NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman told reporters in New York. “There was movement by us on some issues, but we’re still far apart. Hopefully, there will have been some momentum from today’s session that we can build off of to hopefully, again hopefully, bring this process to a successful … [Read more...] about NHL owners just say no to proposal

'Here are some updates on the Sabres currently playing in Europe...'. … [Read more...] about Updating the Sabres playing in Europe

'"I didn't really go out and pursue it, the (Sabres) just asked me if I would like to try it full-time and I said yes," said Gellert. "I love the game, this is a good way to keep me in it and it keeps me busy. With the experience, hopefully I'll keep getting better at it and continue to help the Sabres as long as I can."' … [Read more...] about Gellert full-time with NHL’s Sabres

Amerks send former top defense prospect Schiestel to ECHL (Olean Times Herald) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

Warriors hit road with two new defensemen (Greenville News) Amerks assign MacKenzie and Schiestel to Greenville (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'Look, I know not every game is a bad game and I've surely had some very memorable times, even over the last few seasons. Still, more often than not while I'm siting there in the arena in a seat I've landed through work, I think to myself how mad I'd be if a paid for this.' … [Read more...] about NHL Lockout Blues

'"The morale part of it is huge, and the interaction," Black said. "Sometimes there can be an invisible wall between the hockey department and every other part of the organization."' … [Read more...] about Sabres University: Buffalo goes back to school during lockout downtime

'The league and the NHL Players’ Association met in New York at the union’s request, but no new proposals were made. The NHL is urging the players to submit a complete offer if they want to move forward in attempts to end the lockout.' … [Read more...] about Many from both sides gather for negotiations

'This was a hurting business eight years ago. It was a $3.3 billion business going great guns this time. Good luck getting back to that point any time soon.' … [Read more...] about NHL stance on lockout is pointless

'It was great hearing the buzz from the crowd every time Gilbert Perreault got the puck in the Sabres end and started working his way up ice. Fans knew they could see something memorable any time number eleven was on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Classics Provide Hockey Fix

Rochester Amerks defeated by Binghamton Senators (Rochester D&C) B-Sens top Amerks at Arena (Binghamton Press and Sun Bulletin) Amerks drop 3-2 decision to Senators in Binghamton (Amerks.com) B-Sens sweep weekend with 3-2 win over Amerks (BinghamtonSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage