‘I remember where I sat to watch the potential first Cup ever get swiped from the grips of Western New York, as one of the worst calls ever in pro sports (Brett Hull’s triple-overtime goal from the crease to win Game 6) gave the Stars the win. Here’s a chance at redemption, and the Sabres ride into the conference finals as hot as anyone. ESPN will be replaced by OLN for the next few days on my TV screen, and I can’t wait to root for the hometown team. For once.’