Buffalo Sabres Daily Links: Amerks Lose Game Three

The Amerks fell to the Baby Sens last night 3-1. [Rochester Americans]
MSG will air a night of Sabres programming on Oct. 22 that includes the French Connection statue unveiling and the May Day game. [Sabres.com]
Is there a reason for optimism with regards to the NHL season? [WGR]
Call us when the lockout is over. Until then, Mike is swearing off hockey. [Buffalo Wins]
Because we don’t get a chance to see him often, here’s a Joel Armia shift montage from his most recent game. [Sabres Prospects]

The NHL has offered a 50/50 proposal to the players. [Puck Daddy]
But many people think we’re far from ending the lockout. [Pension Plan Puppets]
Inside A Secret NHL Focus Group: How A Top GOP Strategist Is Helping Hockey Owners Craft Their Lockout Propaganda. [Deadspin]
A lockout/Lord of the Rings mashup, because you know you wanted it. [Lighthouse Hockey]

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