'Sabres spokesman Michael Gilbert declined to comment on the report. Gilbert would only say that Golisano and managing partner Larry Quinn will attend the news conference concerning the team's hockey operations.' … [Read more...] about Report: Ruff agrees to new deal to coach Sabres
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Regier, Ruff to remain with Sabres
'Sources told FOXSports.com that Ruff agreed to a three-year deal with the new Sabres ownership group and that he'll get more of a say on personnel matters than he had in the past.' … [Read more...] about Regier, Ruff to remain with Sabres
Memorial Cup MVP Derek Roy tastes playoff success after long drought
'Next up for Roy is whether or not he signs with the Sabres. He will re-enter the NHL draft if the cash-strapped club fails to sign him before June 1. Roy said he wants to sign with the Sabres but added he's not involved in any negotiations. "I'm letting my agent take care of that," he said.' … [Read more...] about Memorial Cup MVP Derek Roy tastes playoff success after long drought
No surprise high-strung Hasek veered over edge again
'Obviously, the Sabres have decided they would be better served keeping Regier and Ruff after much speculation about their futures. Regier figures to be on the shorter leash after accomplishing little during five seasons with the Rigases and one under the supervision of the league.' … [Read more...] about No surprise high-strung Hasek veered over edge again
Business People
'The Buffalo Sabres named Dan DiPofi chief operating officer. Previously with the Rochester Americans, DiPofi returns to the Sabres after working for the organization from 1989 to 1998. DiPofi will be responsible for the day-to-day business operations of the team and HSBC Arena. The Sabres also named John Livsey director of corporate sales, and Jody Ulrich director of … [Read more...] about Business People
End is near for Roy
However, with the way Roy has performed this season, there is little mystery as to whether he will get a deal done. Negotiations between his agent, Larry Kelly, and the Sabres continue. … [Read more...] about End is near for Roy
Rangers' Roy thrives under heavy load
'He's still negotiating with the Sabres for a pro contract and hopes a deal is close, but he's prepared to re-enter the draft if he doesn't reach an agreement by the June 1 deadline. If he does, his stock has never been higher.' … [Read more...] about Rangers' Roy thrives under heavy load
Bulletin Board
'The Sabres Alumni team will play a benefit hockey game 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Amherst Pepsi Center. A team of doctors and pharmaceutical representatives will provide the opposition. Tickets are $7 at the door, with proceeds to benefit the Patient Library at the Kaleida Breast Cancer Center at Women's and Children's Hospital.' … [Read more...] about Bulletin Board
DVD of Sabres past and present is part of drive to boost sales
'The DVD, entitled "Building a Winner," includes a message from B. Thomas Golisano, the team's new owner - "New Owner, New Era" - ticket and contact information, and three previously done highlight videos: from the team's first 10 years, the first 20 years and the 1998-99 team's run to the Stanley Cup finals.' … [Read more...] about DVD of Sabres past and present is part of drive to boost sales
Sabres "Build a Winner"
'The DVD entitled "Building a Winner" starts with the team's rich history, from special moments of Sabre stars like Gilbert Perreault, to the 1974-75 Stanley Cup Finals against the Philadelphia Flyers - all the teams ups and downs - all on the two hour DVD. Team officials spent 25,000 dollars putting it together. They're hoping it will pay off as ticket … [Read more...] about Sabres "Build a Winner"
Chance to defend world title an honor Briere would rather not have
'"The goal I'm setting for next year is I want the Sabres to make the playoffs," Briere said last week while driving with his father from Phoenix to his hometown of Gatineau, Quebec. "I'm already thinking about it. I'm really excited. I don't know if it's just me, but I was just really impressed with the team in Buffalo."' … [Read more...] about Chance to defend world title an honor Briere would rather not have
Sabres hire new marketing staff
'The Buffalo Sabres have announced three additions to the team's marketing department as it prepares for the 2003-04 National Hockey League season under new ownership.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hire new marketing staff
Sabres hope Leahy is a ticket master
'"First and foremost there has to be a reconnection with the fans. Sometimes you get caught up in the idea of being cutting edge or innovative and you forget to ask the people who are most important. We need to ask these people: "What is important to you?'"' … [Read more...] about Sabres hope Leahy is a ticket master
Buffalo's Biron would be perfect fit in goal for Flyers
'Biron would be a perfect fit for the Flyers. He's only 25, but he's already played in close to 200 NHL games and he learned at the knee of one of the all-time greats, Dominik Hasek. Buffalo hockey people say he's bright, funny and a goalie with athleticism, style and grace. In other words, he's not Roman Cechmanek.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo's Biron would be perfect fit in goal for Flyers
Leahy takes VP job with Sabres
'"It seems to be a perfect fit," Leahy said. "They were looking for the best marketing guy in the AHL, that's what they basically said to me. This is Buffalo. It's not New York City. We're a small market so we've got to work a little bit harder. But on the other side ... this is a hockey town."' … [Read more...] about Leahy takes VP job with Sabres