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Ruff takes solace knowing his team has not given up this season. Nobody has quit, he said. I do not think there has been more than two or three nights where I have been really disappointed in the club, and I do not know there are many clubs in the league that can say that. … [Read more...] about Sabres 5, Flyers 2

One night after proving they could play with the best teams in the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia Flyers were unable to handle the worst. … [Read more...] about Buffalo 5, Philadelphia 2

'Satan was asked if he would request a trade this summer if it looked like he would have to endure another season without the playoffs before the expected work stoppage. He didn't rule it out. "I'm going to give it a lot of thought after the season's over. Then I'll make some decisions," Satan said. "I just want to finish the season and … [Read more...] about Satan hopes future plans will add up

'We'll see how this shakes out. There are some nervous employees down in HSBC Arena, where it's become chic to suggest people who have been doing their jobs have no reason to worry about the future. Ruff has done his job, so he's not worried about his future.' … [Read more...] about Ruff may make change before the Sabres do

'With only 11 games left, McKee and Tallinder might have played for the last time this season.' … [Read more...] about Brown could return tonight

'C Tim Connolly has two goals and one assist in his past three games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres vs. Flyers

'The emergence of an owner, alone, is healthy for the Sabres and the community. There is something to be said for finality. But the hard work of putting together a deal for the hockey team represents only a start. Golisano now must begin the job of reconnecting the Sabres to the community and giving fans a reason to break into their bank accounts to support the … [Read more...] about The Sabres' new owner

'This is the first chance for the Flyers to see Daniel Briere in a Sabres sweater. He was traded to Buffalo from Phoenix last week for center Chris Gratton. New owner Thomas Golisano has taken over the club from the NHL and hints the team will return to its original blue and gold color scheme and original logo. The Sabres have lost three in a row.' … [Read more...] about Tonight's Game

'In the annals of Sabres history, the Golisano era marks the beginning of Chapter 12 -- as in following Chapter 11 - and comes just in time.' (aubmitted by: JT) … [Read more...] about Buffalo not shuffling off

'These days, few players get to become part of a community before they get traded, but Ray’s been playing for this team for so long that younger fans didn’t know he COULD be traded (his NHL record for the most penalty minutes with one team will likely stand). Ray not only saw the difference he could make in the lives of children in our community, but grounded … [Read more...] about Puckvoice

'The timing of it has allowed us to do it in a competitive way; it has allowed us to do it without any government subsidy, which is very important today. And I believe if we manage our costs and do a good job of supplying a product to the general public that they want, I believe this team can be financially successful.' … [Read more...] about The Golisano Interview

'"I want to be a player that will help turn things around for the Sabres. I've talked to the coaches and I know that I'm going to get a chance to do that here."' … [Read more...] about Briere brings positive attitude to Buffalo

'The Pittsford-based player agent said Sunday night that he’s in no way lobbying for the job, that he hasn’t spoken with new Sabres owner B. Thomas Golisano, and that even if he were offered the position, he’s not sure he’d want it.' … [Read more...] about Bartlett denies he is Sabres candidate

'NHL insiders say Rochester-based agent Steve Bartlett, widely respected in the Buffalo area, has a good chance of taking over the GM's duties with the Sabres and that could be good news for former Senators captain Randy Cunneyworth, who is currently the coach of the Sabres' AHL affiliate in Rochester. Barlett represents Cunneyworth, making it an obvious … [Read more...] about Buffalo looks dandy for Randy

'"I have a steel plate and screws in my (right) thumb. And I was once hit on the side of the head so hard that it drove my eyeball into my orbital bone. (We'll spare you the details)."' … [Read more...] about Q & A with Rob Ray