'The news was certainly heartbreaking. You could feel that pit in your stomach churn as you start to scroll through social media and see a number of different hockey pundits, other NHL teams, players and alumni express their condolences to the Jeanneret family and the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Rick Jeanneret: Greatest there ever was
Archives for August 2023
Sabres to re-air games featuring classic Rick Jeanneret calls
'A marathon of games then kicks off at 7 p.m. Saturday, beginning with Game 5 of the 2006 Eastern Conference Semifinal — better remembered as Jason Pominville scoring an overtime winner that eliminated the Ottawa Senators and sparked an all-time Jeanneret call: “These guys are good, scary good.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres to re-air games featuring classic Rick Jeanneret calls
Power confident Sabres are ready to compete for Stanley Cup
'"I honestly think we can go for a (Stanley) Cup, so I think that's the attitude everyone has got and the attitude we have to have," Power said Wednesday during Hockey Night in Brampton, a charity game that raised $1 million toward William Osler Health System building a new hospital. "It starts with getting better every day and then we will be in a good spot at the end of the … [Read more...] about Power confident Sabres are ready to compete for Stanley Cup
Sabres to air classic RJ games on MSG beginning Friday, Aug. 25
'"Remembering RJ: Sabres Classics" will begin Friday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. with a re-airing of "RJ Night" from April 1, 2022, when Jeanneret was honored with a banner in the KeyBank Center rafters. That game will be followed by "RJ's Last Call" against the Chicago Blackhawks at 9 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to air classic RJ games on MSG beginning Friday, Aug. 25
Sabres invite public to roundtable to honor Rick Jeanneret Sunday in KeyBank Center
'Many Sabres alumni were scheduled to be in town for Monday’s annual alumni golf tournament at Niagara Falls Country Club, so they will be available for the ceremony the day before.' … [Read more...] about Sabres invite public to roundtable to honor Rick Jeanneret Sunday in KeyBank Center
Sabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with ‘Remembering RJ’ event Sunday
'General admission tickets for “Remembering RJ: The Man Behind the Mic” are free and available to the public through Ticketmaster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with ‘Remembering RJ’ event Sunday
Sabres to host 'Remembering RJ' tribute event Sunday at KeyBank Center
'The team announced on Wednesday it will host a special tribute event on Sunday, Aug. 27 at KeyBank Center called "Remembering RJ: The Man Behind the Mic". This event will feature a special tribute with roundtable conversations with broadcasters and Sabres alumni.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to host ‘Remembering RJ’ tribute event Sunday at KeyBank Center
Buffalo Sabres to host 'Remembering RJ' tribute event at KeyBank Center
'Jeanneret, a St. Catherines, Ontario native, began his 51-year career with the Sabres in 1971. He began calling games on the radio and joined the team's TV broadcasts in 1995. He retired at the end of the 2021-22 season as the longest-tenured play-by-play announcer in NHL history.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres to host ‘Remembering RJ’ tribute event at KeyBank Center
Sabres to hold Rick Jeanneret tribute event on Sunday
'The event, set for 5 p.m. at KeyBank Center, will feature a roundtable discussion with other broadcasters and alumni. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres to hold Rick Jeanneret tribute event on Sunday
'Remembering RJ' tribute event on Sunday at KeyBank Center
'Those unable to attend in person will also be able to stream the service on sabres.com.' … [Read more...] about ‘Remembering RJ’ tribute event on Sunday at KeyBank Center
'Remembering RJ' tribute event to be held Sunday at KeyBank Center
'General admission tickets are free to the public and are available here on a first-come, first served-basis.' … [Read more...] about ‘Remembering RJ’ tribute event to be held Sunday at KeyBank Center
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks release preseason schedule; Home game Oct. 5 vs. Syracuse (WHEC-TV) Amerks announce 2023-24 preseason schedule (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Which Sabres prospect will earn the roster spot created by Jack Quinn's injury?
'A source close to the situation told The Buffalo News following Quinn’s surgery in late June that his timeline to return is “closer to six months,” which would keep the winger out until approximately late December. Though the procedure isn’t problematic to an athlete’s career, it’s fair to wonder how much time Quinn will need to make an impact.' … [Read more...] about Which Sabres prospect will earn the roster spot created by Jack Quinn’s injury?
For Jason Pominville and Martin Biron, Rick Jeanneret amplified special moments with Sabres
'“The goal was obviously like a big goal, but I think the call made it as popular as what the goal was,” Pominville said. “The Sabres were at kind of a peak of how popular the team was and was very, very popular. I think the game being on the road, a lot of people were watching the game on TV. I’m pretty sure you can ask anyone that was watching the game they remember where … [Read more...] about For Jason Pominville and Martin Biron, Rick Jeanneret amplified special moments with Sabres
Mike Harrington: The Dominator will keep Rick Jeanneret close to his heart – and next to him in the rafters
'“He was special and unique because he was a wonderful human being,” Hasek said. “People who were struggling with us, he made feel good because he was always so nice to everyone. I don’t remember anybody ever complained about RJ. Ever. We knew that he loved his job. The way he behaved on the plane or the hotel or after the game, he respected the players so much and we just … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The Dominator will keep Rick Jeanneret close to his heart – and next to him in the rafters