By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA BataviaBets, the online wagering platform for Western Regional Off-Track Betting, is hardly the big fish in the advance deposit betting world. Xpressbet, TwinSpires, DRF Bets, NYRABets and TVG are among the many far more prominent entities. But in introducing a new bonus program that goes into effect on Saturday, Western OTB is going after some of the big … [Read more...] about BataviaBets boosts horse racing rewards in a big way
When all the Sabres do is fire personnel, the result is an endless dumpster fire
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Their hockey team may not win, ever, but give Buffalo Sabres owners Kim and Terry Pegula credit for one thing: They can terminate employees — some whose time had come, others who held the key to success — like no other management duo in the NHL. Unfortunately for hockey fans in Western New York, when all you do is fire C-Suite personnel, you end up with … [Read more...] about When all the Sabres do is fire personnel, the result is an endless dumpster fire
NHL contract was always a goal for Jack Dugan
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA As Jack Dugan prepares to play on the ultimate hockey stage, this much is clear: When he tells you what he intends to accomplish, don't doubt him. The proof is on his resume, a career-accomplishments list that now includes an NHL contract. Dugan, 22 of Pittsford, on Monday agreed to terms on an NHL deal — well, three actually, but more on that in a bit — … [Read more...] about NHL contract was always a goal for Jack Dugan
Amerks offer little resistance to streaking Devils
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Four days after reviving their chances for a run at their first division title in 15 years, the Rochester Americans promptly said they'd rather not add a banner to the rafters. At least that's pretty much what they indicated with their effort on Wednesday night. The streaking Binghamton Devils made quick work of the Amerks, building 2-0 and 3-1 leads en … [Read more...] about Amerks offer little resistance to streaking Devils
McCandless hat trick powers Victor to state hockey semifinals
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Moments after the Victor Blue Devils completed a 4-0 whitewash of Syracuse to earn a berth in the Division 1 hockey final four, Darius Rucker's country hit Wagon Wheel blared in the dressing room. Truth be told, Tim McGraw's Humble And Kind would have been more fitting, considering senior forward Jack McCandless was the hero for the Blue Devils. McCandless … [Read more...] about McCandless hat trick powers Victor to state hockey semifinals