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'Ruff's deal actually will pay him a lower base salary than the $800,000 he made last season. But bonuses for reaching later stages of the playoffs could make the contract more lucrative than his old one.' … [Read more...] about No surprise: Sabres will keep Regier, Ruff

'Regier has been here for six years, but there's a sense he still doesn't understand that Buffalo isn't just a city along Lake Erie. It's a state of mind.' … [Read more...] about Golisano gives Regier a shot to get it right

'"I can't think of anything more ethical or moral than what he's doing," he said of Golisano. "That just says everything to me about how he conducts his business and his personal life."' … [Read more...] about Sabres warn vendors not to accept debt-purchasing offers

'For Sabres' fans, they will be able to print both season tickets and tickets purchased on a game-by-game basis. The Sabres are also eyeing added services that may include online season sales and renewals, and targeted group ticket sales.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Tickets.com offer fans ticket-printing technology

'Sources have told WGR Sports Radio 55 that it's a three year deal for close to one million dollars in the first year [for Ruff].' … [Read more...] about The Sabres Will Make No Changes In The Front Office

'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

'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

'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

'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

'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

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

'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

'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

'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

'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"