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'B. Thomas Golisano received city council support Tuesday to buy the bankrupt Buffalo Sabres. With Erie County legislators prepared to do the same Thursday, there's very little standing in the way of the Rochester billionaire closing the deal for the NHL franchise.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo politicians back Golisano bid to buy Sabres

'``We kept Rhett back because Rhett and Brian live together,'' Ruff said. ``After going through it and discussing it with the county health department, Rhett had no contact whatsoever with Brian's sister. ... In that case, they decided that Rhett probably could have played yesterday.''' … [Read more...] about Buffalo D Warrener skates with teammates

'Sabres forward Ales Kotalik second among NHL rookies with 19 goals will play Wednesday against Atlanta after missing three games with the flu.' … [Read more...] about Kotalik set to return after bout with flu

'"The schedule caught up with us," Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. "We didn't have our legs. And when you don't have legs you don't have hands. It's a tough stretch, playing five games in eight nights."' … [Read more...] about Stars, Turco shut down Sabres

'Meanwhile, Legislature Republicans are holding a news conference this morning regarding their support for the Sabres. Both Republicans and Democrats are expected to give unanimous approval Thursday to the county deal put forward by County Executive Joel A. Giambra.' … [Read more...] about Approval by lawmakers expected for Golisano bid

'Turco was full of confidence Monday as he rebounded from allowing eight goals in his last three games.' … [Read more...] about Stars blank Sabres, 3-0

'1. Marty Turco, Stars: Sixth shutout of the season. … [Read more...] about Three stars of the game

Why Buffalo lost: The Sabres were playing their fifth game in eight nights, and are just playing out the string. After surrendering two goals in the first 10 minutes, their fate was sealed.' … [Read more...] about Stars stay atop West with shutout

'The Sabres, eliminated from playoff contention, were unable to generate much offense.' … [Read more...] about Stars 3, Sabres 0

'"The chances were 7-7," Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff noted. "That may be the lowest total I've ever seen. Nothing really got going for either team. I think we did a good chance of limiting their opportunities."' … [Read more...] about Dallas 3, Buffalo 0

'I hope Lindy stays. With one more season before the huge labor battle between owners and players, I don't believe there will be a better coach available to take the youthful and rebuilding Sabres through next season. Ruff will provide the a smoothest transition for the new Sabres ownership, and the move into a new labor system in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about A Change Of Heart

'The Buffalo Sabres on Monday recalled defenseman Radoslav Hecl from the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Hecl

'Suddenly, a franchise that spent the last two seasons avoiding financial and artistic bankruptcy looks like one of the league's up-and-comers.' … [Read more...] about Immediate future looking brighter for revived Sabres, unbeaten Joe Mesi

'Three weeks ago, Jochen Hecht felt he was having one of the worst seasons in his hockey career. Then the Buffalo Sabres traded for Daniel Briere.' … [Read more...] about Hecht's turnaround

'Barnes wasn't bothered by the oversight nearly as much as he was troubled by the trade itself. He and his family loved Buffalo. He took the Sabres' on-ice troubles personally and was determined to help turn it around.' … [Read more...] about Barnes makes name for himself