‘”Fitting,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. “It was a special night for Brian and his family and one he richly deserved. When he scored the goal, half our benched jumped up like it was a playoff goal. Everyone was pleased to see him get the reward and in a fitting way. It was kind of a goal scorer’s goal.”‘
Gionta paces Sabres in 1,000th game
Source: The Sports Xchange