'While the goaltending prospect is curious about where he stands within the organization, he has been too busy organizing a golf outing and planning a trip to Chicago to worry about the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Miller in no hurry to decide Sabres future
The Sabres Report - Jul 3, 2002
Utica Businessman Given Approval to Bid for the Sabres
'DuRoss told News Four Sports Director Dennis Williams that he is now even more confident that he can put together the financial resources to purchase the team.' … [Read more...] about Utica Businessman Given Approval to Bid for the Sabres
Locals won't try to draw Sabres
'Even if anyone from Houston -- or Portland's Paul Allen, always mentioned in the same breath with Houston -- wanted to buy the Sabres, they would face a roadblock in NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, who is determined to keep the team in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Locals won't try to draw Sabres
Sabres' woes slow Amerks' plans
'Donner said he expects to learn next week how the Sabres will fill the Rochester roster. The American Hockey League holds its annual board of governors meetings in Hilton Head, S.C., and Donner said he expects to meet with Sabres officials at the same time.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' woes slow Amerks' plans
The Sabres Report - Jul 2, 2002
Allen Denies Interest in Sabres
'With Allen apparently out of the picture, ownership of the Sabres is left to be decided among groups of local investors. The group lead by area businessman Mark Hamister is believed to be the front runner at this time.' … [Read more...] about Allen Denies Interest in Sabres
Two's company in quest for Sabres ownership
'A source says DuRoss, who owns the Rochester Rhinos soccer team and the Providence Bruins of the AHL, is still in the process of putting his ownership group together, and met with Bettman to see if he'd be encouraged to continue. DuRoss apparently was encouraged to pursue ownership of the Sabres, even though it appears the group headed by Buffalo Destroyers owner … [Read more...] about Two's company in quest for Sabres ownership
Spokesman for Allen denies bid for Sabres
"We do not have any interest in the Sabres," Nank said. "Or any other NHL team."' … [Read more...] about Spokesman for Allen denies bid for Sabres
The Sabres Report - Jul 1, 2002
Veterans main focus
'All eight of the Sabres veteran restricted free agents have been extended qualifying offers.' … [Read more...] about Veterans main focus
Sabres' deals run out
'Three players on the Buffalo Sabres' roster became unrestricted free agents today as their previous contracts expired.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' deals run out
Sabres' financial tumult is painful for Knox family
'"Seymour felt everything was in good shape and that the Rigases had deep enough pockets to keep the team well-run and secure," Knox said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres' financial tumult is painful for Knox family
A moving experience
'If the Rigases are to be believed, the Sabres lost millions of dollars a year. But until forensic accountants can plow though the books, no one will know the true state of the team's bottom line.' … [Read more...] about A moving experience
The Sabres Report - Jun 30, 2002
Fans can't see Hasek's greatness through the red
'The truth is that the Sabres had a world-class star tending goal. He saved their derrieres night after night and put cash receipts in the club treasury via a baker's dozen playoff series.' … [Read more...] about Fans can't see Hasek's greatness through the red
DuRoss assures deal won't cause saber rattling
'DuRoss was approached by an investment bank firm and a group of wealthy individuals and was asked to head the group to purchase the Sabres and keep them in Buffalo. The P-Bruins owner has a lot of experience running sports franchises. He also owns the pro soccer league Rochester Rhinos and Major League Lacrosse's Rochester Rattlers. He began the process two weeks ago … [Read more...] about DuRoss assures deal won't cause saber rattling
The Sabres Report - Jun 29, 2002
Sabres are 'Hamister's to lose'
'While at least two other potential ownership groups have been identified - one that wants a team for Portland, Ore., and the other a Utica-based group that would keep the team in Buffalo - several sources said Hamister's group remains the team's most likely suitor.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are 'Hamister's to lose'
Otters GM advises buyers' group
'Sherry Bassin, the managing partner and general manager of the Erie Otters, has a reputation in NHL circles for successfully building hockey teams. That reputation is so solid, in fact, that Bassin's name has been associated with one of three groups of investors interested in buying the beleaguered Buffalo Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Otters GM advises buyers' group