Gov. Cuomo issues announcement regarding arena attendance

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that sports and entertainment venues with capacities of 10,000 or more will be permitted to open to limited spectators beginning Feb. 23.
Stadiums and arenas will be limited to 10 percent capacity. Further Guidelines will be based upon the pilot program conducted by the Buffalo Bills for their two playoff games at Bills Stadium in January, which included testing requirements, mandatory face coverings, and socially distanced seating, among other measures.
The Sabres released the following statement in response to the announcement:

"Gov. Cuomo's announcement providing the opportunity to allow Sabres fans back to KeyBank Center is a great step forward.
"We continue to work closely with the New York State and Erie County Departments of Health to ensure a safe, healthy and fan-friendly environment to enjoy Sabres hockey. Ticketing information and game-day safety protocols will be announced as they become available."
The Sabres have played all 10 games this season without fans, including six at KeyBank Center.
"It's definitely something that has been missing," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "We love having our fans in the building. … We'll see what kind of plan we put in place but we're really looking forward to having the Sabres fans back in the building. I know that my kids will be pretty thrilled and hopefully they can come to a game too."