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Buffalo Sabres Extend KeyBank Center Lease to 2031

9/29/2025

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The Buffalo Sabres extended their KeyBank Center lease through September 2031 for five years, instead of opting out.
COO Pete Guelli said the arena benefits both the Sabres and Western New York, with events rising to 200 annually.
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said he's open to a new lease as long-term plans will pursue public-private partnerships.

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The Buffalo Sabres extended their KeyBank Center lease through September 2031 for five years, instead of opting out.
COO Pete Guelli said the arena benefits both the Sabres and Western New York, with events rising to 200 annually.
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said he's open to a new lease as long-term plans will pursue public-private partnerships.