‘On Tuesday, Pegula Sports and Entertainment chief operating officer Bruce Popko said the study was necessary because the facilities, including the Sabres’ 23-year-old KeyBank Center, “have fallen behind modern standards.”‘
Archives for November 2018
Police seek driver of vehicle that struck, injured deputy
‘The Erie County Sheriff’s Office says the deputy was directing traffic at Big Tree Road and Route 219 in Orchard Park around 4:30 p.m. Sunday when he was hit by a dark-colored Ford F-250 pickup with a full, rear window hunting-related decal.’
Bills swap out punters, sign Matt Darr and release Colton Schmidt
‘For Schmidt, it is the second time this season he has been released by the Bills. Schmidt was cut in favor of rookie Corey Bojorquez one week before the start of the season, but was brought back to the team after they had to place Bojorquez on injured reserve on October 31st. In three games this season, Schmidt had a net punting average of only 33.8 yards on 16 punts, with 4 pinned inside the 20.’
Pegula Sports and Entertainment to begin comprehensive study of venues
‘Over the coming months, CAA ICON will guide PSE through a stadium feasibility analysis to identify the needed improvements to all aspects of the fan and team experience at either a new football stadium or renovated New Era Field. According to the Pegulas, the study will equally focus on modernizing the more than 23-year-old KeyBank Center.’
Joe B: Buffalo Bills All-22 Review – Week 12 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
‘If you were to compare Josh Allen’s day to a veteran player that had been playing all season, it might not be as impressive. However, for a rookie quarterback coming off an injury that kept him away for over a month, the statistics are quite misleading as to how genuinely effective he was for the Buffalo Bills.’
Bills superfan to be immortalized on fan wall of fame
‘”I am truly blessed to be considered for enshrinement into the Buffalo Fan Wall of Fame. To be immortalized among Buffalo’s greatest brings a new definition to be word honor,” said Castro, AKA Pancho Billa.’
Pegulas looking into next steps for Bills stadium
‘“The number one priority for this study is the fan experience,” said PSE President & CEO Kim Pegula.’
Suspected drunk driver hits Deputy after Bills game
‘Investigators say the Deputy was directing traffic at Southwestern Boulevard and Abbott Road when a truck made an improper turn at the intersection, side-swiping the Deputy. The Deputy wasn’t hurt.’
Bills DE Shaq Lawson speaks to Buffalo students: ‘Hopefully I impact somebody in some type of way’
‘”That’s a good question,” Lawson responded. “When times got hard… that’s when you have to look at yourself, look in the mirror. You either lay down, or stand up.”‘
Pegula Sports and Entertainment to start comprehensive study of Bills, Sabres, Bandits venues
‘“As both New Era Field and KeyBank Center have aged, they have fallen behind modern standards,” said Bruce Popko, PSE’s Chief Operating Officer. “Terry and Kim Pegula have invested more than $2 billion of their own money in our market, including $350 million in privately-financed venue upgrades and expansions. With both leases nearing expiration, we look forward to developing a plan and working with our public sector partners to solidify the futures of the Bills and Sabres.”’
Erie County Sheriff’s Office looking for vehicle that hit deputy at Bills game, left scene
‘The sheriff’s office is now looking for the vehicle, which is a dark blue or black Ford-250 truck from the mid-2000s with large extended mirrors and a full rear window hunting-related decal.’
Bills sign punter Matt Darr
‘Darr, 26, was last with the Miami Dolphins during the 2017 offseason, but he did not make their final 53-man roster that year.’
Stats: How success on first down has sparked the Bills offense
‘Through the team’s first nine games, the Bills ranked last in the league in total net yards on first down. Their average gain on first down (3.66 yards/play) was also at the bottom of the NFL.’
PSE to begin comprehensive study of New Era Field
‘Pegula Sports & Entertainment has hired CAA ICON to assist its efforts in determining the next steps for the Buffalo Bills stadium needs and for potential renovations of KeyBank Center, the home of the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bandits. CAA ICON will conduct a privately-funded study to help identify the best options for ownership, fans and the community. The study will include direct feedback from Bills and Sabres fans.’
Bills Today: Poyer: We’ve come a long way
‘“We’ve come a long way this season,” Poyer said. “This season hasn’t gone the way we’ve wanted it to, but to come off back-to-back wins, especially after a bye week, it shows the type of team we are.”’