May Day 10

Wow, what turds. No need to celebrate like a bunch of clowns like that. Embarrassing

But now the population of Grand Island has grown wildly since then, including the increase of "high density" apartment complexes. The South Bridge is currently a nightmare, much moreso than when I was young, like 20-30 years ago. These vans won't be able to cross with any efficiency at either rush hour(s). I do suspect this thing has been in the works for awhile. The State put in for the high-speed cashless tolls, and some nice bike path/park areas that but up against the parcel of land Amazon is "rumored" to be interested in. Someone just "happened" to buy a dilapidated building and build a Holiday Inn Express in a strange location right next to the parcel of land in question. They (NYS) also built that huge and nice Visitor's Center fairly close to that property, and started to run/expand sewer lines (that side of the 190 was always septic). On top of that, Loves bought land along the 190 and want to build a truck stop. The rumor I heard is that one of the purposes is for US Customs to build a 'pre weigh' and border checkpoint for the border at that truck stop.

I agree (other than watching/caring about US women's team). I feel 'ashamed' to admit so much I guess.... but I cant lie about it. I feel the same about outdoor lacrosse. I think Women's hockey has potential to have entertainment value in the professional setting. The 'men' pros are just so fast, strong, and efficient, often times in the regular season its just a slog. Women have more space to make plays on the ice surface. A live setting is a good minor league atmosphere without the cloud of 'development' that hangs over the AHL. I dont think I would go out of my way to follow and watch it because my time is finite, but it isnt bad. Women's Ice Hockey on an international level though is a joke other than Canada vs USA. US and Canada are just many miles ahead of everybody else, it is stupid.

Own what? Grand Island? For Grand Island, it seems the bridges should be a non-starter for a large-scale transportation operation. The South bridge is pretty much past capacity as it is. When they need to do work on them, forget it.

I have no problem with it. If i was in attendance for a potential Sabres cup clinching game, and a star player (who team x is having trouble performing without) goes down... my first reaction is cheering.

It sounds silly to put anything like that on grand island

does anyone have Directv Now? If so, and you are local, do you get MSG, thus allowing you to view Sabres games? The site isnt exactly clear on that... And also if it would be included on the $50 tier or the $70 tier. I would call in, but the reps always have less than no clue about anything to do with sports-viewing and regions, blackouts and such

I had no issue with Rodak. I do have a poor first impression of anyone who describes themself as a "habitual line stepper" outta here with that

But the problem is, 95% of the population are irresponsible, inconsiderate sots

Count me in as someone who has an acquaintance whose face was literally ripped off while watching a movie at a friend's house with a "loving" family pet. Scratched the dog's ears the wrong way or whatever. Numerous reconstructive surgeries and disfigurement.

I dont think hot tubs will work in our stadium really though, they are doing it right. They are obviously doing thorough research to figure out what people want and what can/should be monetized. A palace of suites obviously wont work because we lack fortune 500s, and most common fans want to watch football, not socialize in lounges. Pegula himself said it would be 'scaled down' to our market. Honestly, there is a much higher price ceiling in the current stadium, but all they need to do is be relevant.

There is a website/app that I have used for the past 2 seasons that streams flawlessly HD games and I can cast it to my TV. It works on android, unsure about stupid apple products. Caststreams.net. It is free, but after the 1st few weeks of the season, if you donate $20 you get both feeds in HD. I am a directv customer who was stonewalled by AT&T reps and planned on cutting the cord following game of thrones. I am previewing Hulu Premium this week, and will preview Youtube TV next week. I also subscribe to Prime and Netflix. Also plan on getting the Disney App. So far, Hulu has been very impressive. Lots of content, I still get my sports time Ohio which means almost all Indians games. Was able to watch Stanley Cup FInals. Live TV, like Local News. Only negatives so far are: Live TV wont work on the Playstation 4, which is my streaming vehicle in my home theater/basement (have 4 firesticks throughout the house/patio TV). Also, I think the NBA Finals games aren't carried on Hulu. When things are blacked out for one thing over another its annoying. Im not a big NBA fan, but what if its the World Series and the Indians are in it, or the Sabres STF, NFL games, etc. I really like Hulu. It will take getting used to a streaming only system... and breaking myself from bringing up and surfing a channel guide.... but once I do, this medium will be far superior to cable and satellite television.

I love Jim Kelly. He has come such a long way as a man and is a truly inspirational person and a tough son of a B word. However, I have always maintained that he should never be put in a role with the organization in any larger capacity as a dignitary.

Now a "Goodell warns buffalo to build a new stadium or else" article has popped up on yahoo. edit: It also states that season tickets are "Available" for $468

I have said it before.... but I think that in the next 10-20 years we see a dominant European league form/take hold that can compete with the NHL compensation levels, while holding an advantage in attracting/retaining European talent. Perhaps 5-10 years after that, we could see inter-league/inter-continent play, along with cool things like mid-season "Cup" tournaments and such. There could be a final series of each champion, who knows. This thing could/should evolve into a true global league The only advantage the NHL/hockey has over the other 3 major North American leagues and sports is that it is truly an international game (yes, Im aware of baseball's popularity in latin america, japan, and korea)... The IIHF World Championships work on a neat relegation/promotion system with 4-8 tiers. The lowest tier has teams from Turkey and South Africa... and a new lowest tier is added for next year with Kuwait and Malaysia. The NHL games played in Europe are all well and good.... but Im not sure it really accomplishes much. The NHL has been on this European initiative since the mid 90s and has just sat on the fence.

Whaley's Privy

Im thinking we could be seeing some tangible stadium details (such as location and renderings) come out in the next 6 months to a year. The timing of the current lease along with the amount of time it takes for posturing, politicking, construction etc, puts it in line with the process starts soon.

What is going on with Russia? I haven't paid close attention... but are all their high end draft eligible players signing into the KHL early? Or are they being surpassed by everyone?

For me: Richie Lucas Mike Williams (seems to be the 'father' of the drought. Gentle giant). John McCargo (poster child for a generation of screw ups) Torrell Troupe (due to the Gronk factor) Ronnie Harmon (due to the drop) Bryce Brown Dick Jauron Russ Brandon ("builders", or should we call them "wreckers" for this?)

I think they care.... but mostly an ego thing. Other hockey programs have really gotten on with it. Sweden, USA, and Finland most notably. The one thing that may concern them are players who may elect to play in US NCAA or USHL as opposed to CHL... as well as American (or Euro) born players who choose the US program over CHL. I'm not sure what that number is and what the trends show. Top end of the draft though.. often it is cyclical. As of now, next year's (2020) is dominated by hockey canada, something like 4 of the top 5 and 7 out of 10, 11 out of 20, while like 2/20 are in the USDP

Its a ridiculous philosophy and I have never heard of any other GM having issues with this. I do see US hockey players/NCAA holding the team ransom and timing out their signing period to essentially become a UFA.... or, leverage their position to be fast tracked to the NHL and also burn a year of their ELC for the final week of the season. (Vesey, Cal Peterson, Mittelstadt (the latter), Hayes, Butcher, Kerfoot) Basically, you draft a CHL player and if they don't flesh out, they are relegated to ECHL or AHL FA land. CHL provides the rigors that most closely resemble an NHL season and is still the optimal incubator for NHL talent (although the gap is closing). The next CBA needs to address the NCAA loopholes with players, especially late-bloomers becoming UFAs, and also the UFA derby that occurs with UDFA NCAA players. There should be a supplemental draft or something.

Im sure that they will be fine. And one (or two or three) weak links in 32 is much easier to deal with and make whole than hundreds of weak links of 1,800 players Plus, the ownership side is fighting for the biggest share of the revenue pie and to keep costs down. If the players win and we have an uncapped league in a wild west environment, it gets much, much worse for the Mark Davises and Mike Browns of the league. They would happily sit out and/or resort to replacement players to maintain the current owner-juggernaut structure.

He either is making it up, or his friend is pretending to be more important/involved than he/she really is He has been wrong much more than correct. I also get skeptical in situations like this when rumors involve dollar amount and term specifics (or trade returns and such). There are probably a very small number of people who are in the know. Botterill, Skinner, his agent, T and K Pegula (and they might just know a budgetary price range), and maybe 1 or 2 sabres employees and a few of Skinner's inner circle. Everything seems extremely tight lipped

I like the train horn. When I play Madden and I hear it, it really dredges up memories of being at the game. I like the 'tone' of our horn as well. Overall, I don't think the presentation is bad. Not a whole lot of frills. Fan emphasis and focus on the game. Bells and whistles make people complacent

True. Ever since the at&t merger/monopoly I called to try the typical game and was completely stonewalled with $10 off my bill that just went up by $60 after my promotions. I went further to cancel and they were happy to do that.