'Despite being the head coach of the New Jersey Devils, Ruff still spends time in Western New York. Ruff said he wouldn’t have missed this remembrance of RJ for the world. He added sitting on stage brought back his days as a player and coach of the Sabres. "It brought back a lot of great memories," said Ruff following Sunday's event. "We're here for RJ, but so many fond … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres hold great tribute to Rick Jeanneret
The Sabres Report - Aug 28, 2023
In-depth: Sabres, fans pay tribute to Rick Jeanneret during 'Remembering RJ' event
'"We were so fortunate every day to walk around and get to spend time with RJ," said Sabres general manager and Clarence Center native Kevyn Adams during Sunday's "Remembering RJ: The Man Behind the Mic" tribute event at KeyBank Center. "He would come in the office, he'd make us laugh, he'd tells stories, give you a hard time sometimes to put you in a place, he was pretty good … [Read more...] about In-depth: Sabres, fans pay tribute to Rick Jeanneret during ‘Remembering RJ’ event
Fans share favorite memories of the late Buffalo Sabres' broadcaster Rick Jeanneret at Remembering RJ event
'Roughly 2,500 Sabres fans attended the ‘Remembering RJ – The Man Behind the Mic’ event in honor of their beloved broadcaster.' … [Read more...] about Fans share favorite memories of the late Buffalo Sabres’ broadcaster Rick Jeanneret at Remembering RJ event
Former Sabres coaches and players reflect on the legendary life and career of Rick Jeanneret
'“You could hear a pin drop on the bus. And about five minutes into the ride to the airport you’d hear this click and swoosh. And I’d turn my head and RJ would be opening his beer," says former player and coach James Patrick.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres coaches and players reflect on the legendary life and career of Rick Jeanneret
Remembering RJ: The man behind the mic
'Many hockey fans traveled to the arena with plenty of time prior to the event to pay a visit to the RJ memorial outside of the entrance and drop off letters, posters, flowers, photographs and of course a container or two of cookies to place right on the top shelf where mama hides them.' … [Read more...] about Remembering RJ: The man behind the mic
Sabres fans, Buffalo community remember Rick Jeanneret
'“He’s the voice of my childhood,” said one fan Chris Jaskowiak. “He's someone who can be succeeded, but never replaced”. … [Read more...] about Sabres fans, Buffalo community remember Rick Jeanneret
Jeanneret was 'a walking inspiration,' Granato says
'"He was a walking inspiration," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "He inspired our group and our players that they could do more. … It was very powerful to watch it with our team."' … [Read more...] about Jeanneret was ‘a walking inspiration,’ Granato says
Biron talks Jeanneret legacy, Sabres' playoff chances in Q&A with NHL.com
'"My earliest memories of 'RJ' were probably getting up early to watch the highlight shows on RDS in the morning and there'd be Pat LaFontaine scoring and you're hearing RJ doing his 'La, La, La, LaFontaine' call and it was just so special," Biron said.' … [Read more...] about Biron talks Jeanneret legacy, Sabres’ playoff chances in Q&A with NHL.com
The Sabres Report - Aug 27, 2023
Inside the NHL: Memories of Rick Jeanneret from some broadcast partners
'“He came up with words and I never heard some of them. I’m serious,” Gare said. “I’d go look them up. Like ‘rankled.’ He’d be like, ‘These teams are rankled tonight.’ It was incredible.”' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Memories of Rick Jeanneret from some broadcast partners
The Sabres Report - Aug 26, 2023
New scoreboard among projects Buffalo Sabres are planning for 2024-25 season in KeyBank Center
'Replacing the arena’s main center-hung scoreboard for the ‘24-’25 season, upgrading a board that dates to 2007 and has fallen far behind its counterparts across the NHL. At 22 feet by 12.6 feet, its video display is one of the five smallest in the league.' … [Read more...] about New scoreboard among projects Buffalo Sabres are planning for 2024-25 season in KeyBank Center
The Sabres Report - Aug 25, 2023
Sabres airing classic Rick Jeanneret games on MSG
'The schedule of broadcasts begins Friday night at 7 p.m. ET with the replay of "RJ Night", when the team raised his "RJ" banner to the rafters of KeyBank Center against the Nashville Predators. Then at 9 p.m. ET, the team will replay Jeanneret's "Last Call", his last game called in the broadcast booth against the Chicago Blackhawks on April 29, 2022.' … [Read more...] about Sabres airing classic Rick Jeanneret games on MSG
Opinion: Rick Jeanneret: Greatest there ever was
'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
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