Category: Rick Jeanneret
Jeanneret was 'a walking inspiration,' Granato says
Buffalo SabresBUFFALO -- Rick Jeanneret made everything and everyone better, a sentiment that was echoed in the memories shared at KeyBank Center on Sunday, when the Buffalo Sabres celebrated the life of the legendary and beloved broadcaster.
Read moreSabres to honor Rick Jeanneret with ‘Remembering RJ’ event Sunday
Rick JeanneretThe Buffalo Sabres will be honoring legendary play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret’s life Sunday at KeyBank Center with a roundtable discussion featuring broadcasters and alumni. Jeanneret, who died Thursday of multi-organ failure at 81, called Sabres games for 51 years before retiring in 2022. General a...
Read moreThe Best Calls of the Legendary Rick Jeanneret
SabresFew things can compare to the experience of taking in a sporting event live in person. But in the case of the , watching on television or listening on the radio may have been preferable, and the reason was simple – Rick Jeanneret. One of the greatest broadcasters in the history of professional sport...
Read moreThe Life & Legacy of Sabres’ Play-By-Play Rick Jeanneret
Buffalo SabresThere are not enough words in the English language to express how deeply important Rick Jeanneret (RJ) has been to the Buffalo Sabres. The word “iconic” feels like an understatement when describing a man of his character and caliber, and Sabres fans have been beyond lucky to experience his greatness...
Read moreRick Jeanneret left lasting impact with Sabres, community: ‘A way that you endeared to him’
Rick JeanneretIn the moments after the Buffalo Sabres’ nightlong celebration of legendary play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret ended in 2022, coach Don Granato did something out of character. “RJ Night” had been perfect, as the Sabres rode the wave energy from an emotional pregame banner-raising ceremony to a thrillin...
Read moreJeanneret, longtime voice of Sabres, dies at 81
Rick JeanneretHockey Hall of Fame broadcaster Rick Jeanneret, who had the longest play-by-play announcing career in NHL history, died Thursday.
Read more30 Years Ago Today: Sabres Classic – May Day!
Ray BourqueYou’ve heard Rick Jeanneret’s famous call. You undoubtedly remember the goal: Pat LaFontaine collapsing as he tosses the puck up to Brad May, May slipping the puck between Ray Bourque’s legs as he cuts towards the net, and the joyful mad sprint up the ice. But what else do you remember about the eve...
Read moreSabres to retire Ryan Miller’s No. 30 prior to Jan. 19 game
New York IslandersRyan Miller is Buffalo’s all-time wins leader. Miller, 42, in early June during a visit to KeyBank Center when the Sabres played a video message from legendary former play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret. The Sabres also honored Jeanneret with a banner last season. Miller, the face and backbone of the...
Read moreVideo- Late Evening Line- Rick Jeanneret
Buffalo SabresYou've provided us hours of entertainment RJ. Enjoy retirement and good health. Watch below.
Read moreSabres defeat Blackhawks in OT in season finale for each
Buffalo SabresBUFFALO -- Casey Mittelstadt scored at 2:07 of overtime and the Buffalo Sabres rallied for a 3-2 win against the Chicago Blackhawks at KeyBank Center on Friday.
Read moreSabres legend Rick Jeanneret proud of longevity: ‘Never be matched again’
Times HeraldBUFFALO – Legendary Sabres play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret figures he has set an unbreakable record for longevity. How many NHL announcers call games for 51 years, let alone with one team? “That’s unheard of,” a proud Jeanneret, who will be calling his final game tonight, told the Times Herald last...
Read moreSabres legend Rick Jeanneret proud of longevity: ‘Never be matched again’
Times HeraldRick Jeanneret speaks at his emotional banner raising ceremony April 1 in Buffalo. BUFFALO – figures he has set an unbreakable record for longevity. “That’s unheard of,” a proud Jeanneret, who will be calling his final game tonight, told the Times Herald last month. It feels like everyone wants J...
Read moreHockey Talk In Late April
Sabrefrom Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun, - I’ve heard some say that William Nylander is having a career year. That’s nice. If being 34th in goals and 40th in assists in the NHL is a career year for an immense talent like Nylander, then isn’t that just a touch disappointing? - When the Buffalo...
Read moreEnergy from crowd on Rick Jeanneret’s night gave Sabres ‘chills’
Rick JeanneretBUFFALO – In the third period of Friday’s emotional win, as the raucous capacity crowd celebrating Rick Jeanneret and the upstart Sabres began doing the wave, winger Kyle Okposo said he saw his teammates looking around and soaking up the excitement. “Guys got chills,” Okposo said following Saturday’...
Read moreEnergy from crowd on Rick Jeanneret’s night gave Sabres ‘chills’
SabresBUFFALO – In the third period of Friday’s emotional win, as the raucous capacity crowd celebrating Rick Jeanneret and the upstart Sabres began doing the wave, winger Kyle Okposo said he saw his teammates looking around and soaking up the excitement. “Guys got chills,” Okposo said following Saturday’...
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