News release
16 April 2014
ELMIRA, N.Y. - April 16, 2014 - The Elmira Jackals announced today, in conjunction with the National Hockey League's Buffalo Sabres, that they have entered into an agreement to become the ECHL affiliate of the Sabres effective immediately.
The Elmira Jackals are now the ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Buffalo Sabres.
One of 30 member clubs in the National Hockey League (NHL), the Buffalo Sabres are a professional ice hockey organization located in Buffalo, N.Y. Founded in 1970, the team plays host to nearly one million fans every year at its home arena, First Niagara Center, in downtown Buffalo and is one of the most visible and most successful sports entities in Western New York and Southern Ontario. Owned by Terry and Kim Pegula, the Sabres are also the parent company of its American Hockey League affiliate the Rochester Americans, and also the Buffalo Bandits of the National Lacrosse League.
Jackals owner and team president Nate Cook signs the affiliation paperwork.
Since the Jackals joined the ECHL in 2007, 10 of their alumni have suited up in the NHL including, most recently, Mike Hoffman who debuted with the Ottawa Senators in 2013.
Thursday, April 17: Team Trivia at SplitRock Brewing Company with DJ Torgo, 7:00 p.m. Free to play and great prizes for the winners!
Saturday, April 19: East Coast Pro Wrestling's Super Saturday Showcase: 8:00 p.m.
Friday, May 9 to Sunday, May 11: Royal Hanneford Shriner's Circus. Multiple show times.