Today in Hockey History: Sept. 29
On this date, one future Hockey Hall of Famer completed his tour of the state of New York via a trade. The New York Rangers acquired future Hockey Hall of Famer on Sept. 29, 1997, by sending a second-round draft pick to the Buffalo Sabres. This move completed the trifecta as he played for all NHL teams in New York after he started his career with the Islanders. He played in 200 games for Buffalo, over five seasons, scoring just four goals and seven points. On the same date LaFontaine was traded to the Rangers, the St. Louis Blues named a new team captain....
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Canada, New York Rangers, Pat Lafontaine, Buffalo Sabres
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