'"There's concern around the league," Ruff said. "It's not just focused on one city. But I think it says a whole lot of the game and the amount the players make now. The game isn't in as good a shape as it was years ago. You hope it gets back to where it was."' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Senators plights should send up red flag
The Sabres Report - Jan 5, 2003
Ottawa, Buffalo walking financial tightrope
'Neither team can blame excessive spending for its financial straits.' … [Read more...] about Ottawa, Buffalo walking financial tightrope
Sabres 2, Senators 1, OT
'``I think they're a better team than the record shows,'' Senators defenseman Zdeno Chara said. ``We didn't take them easy. We're not too happy about it but at least we got one point.''' … [Read more...] about Sabres 2, Senators 1, OT
Buffalo 2, Ottawa 1 (ot)
'"Ryan played very well," Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said. "We've been undefeated in the five games he's been between the pipes, and getting eight out of 10 points is more than we expected."' … [Read more...] about Buffalo 2, Ottawa 1 (ot)
Taking a stand amid financial fiascoes
That said, we will take a stand on the issues affecting both the Ottawa Senators and the Buffalo Sabres, both of whom are rumored to be heading into bankruptcy. … [Read more...] about Taking a stand amid financial fiascoes
The Sabres Report - Jan 4, 2003
Sabres start off New Year with a bang
It could be worse for the Buffalo Sabres. At least they are getting paid for their services on the ice. The Ottawa Senators, who the Sabres play Saturday night in Canada's Capital, haven't gotten their pay checks this year. The Sens, who are leading the NHL with 53 points and sporting a 24-9-5 record, host the Sabres in what has been billed the "Bankrupt … [Read more...] about Sabres start off New Year with a bang
Sabres vs. Senators
'Five of the Sabres' next six games are on the road.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Senators
Game Day
The Sabres went into last nights game against Carolina tied with the Nashville Predators for the fewest goals scored in the league. … [Read more...] about Game Day
Barnes line sets pace as Sabres top 'Canes
'"Hopefully this snowballs into our next game," Sabres defenseman Brian Campbell said. "We've got to go out and keep getting points."' … [Read more...] about Barnes line sets pace as Sabres top 'Canes
Newly formed line brings big results
'Friday night was the first time Stu Barnes, Ales Kotalik and J.P. Dumont played on the same line. There's no way it will be the last.' … [Read more...] about Newly formed line brings big results
State legislators back aid for Sabres
'Most of Hamister's estimated $33 million request is for help with refinancing an arena loan and for improving the facility. The lawmakers stressed that the assistance would go for the arena, and that no state money would go to subsidize player salaries or any other team operating costs.' … [Read more...] about State legislators back aid for Sabres
Hurricanes fade in third period
'"You can't expect to win playing a third period like that. It's just not going to happen."' … [Read more...] about Hurricanes fade in third period
Winds of change for Canes
'The Canes spent the night in Buffalo instead of flying to Boston for tonight's game because of bad weather in the Northeast.' … [Read more...] about Winds of change for Canes
The Sabres Report - Jan 3, 2003
Sabres 6, Hurricanes 3
Dumont, paired with Barnes and Ales Kotalik for the first time, finished with two goals and an assist. Barnes added a goal and an assist and Kotalik had two assists. … [Read more...] about Sabres 6, Hurricanes 3
Buffalo 6, Carolina 3
They registered at least five goals in a game for the first time since November 22, when they snapped their winless streak at a team record-tying 12 games (0-9-2-1) against Columbus. … [Read more...] about Buffalo 6, Carolina 3