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Remembering an Old Friend: Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium

Remembering an Old Friend: Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium

January 15th, 2021 An electric atmosphere. Great sight lines. Lively glass panels and boards that would rattle and reverberate from solid body checks. There was so much to love about Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium. We take a moment to pause and turn back the clock to reminisce about the earlier years of the beloved Blue &...
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 24

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 24

November 24th, 2020 This date in National Hockey League history was very eventful in both Detroit and Philadelphia. In addition, a pair of Hall of Famers hang up their skates, an all-time great goaltender had a handful of memories and there was the very rare brother versus brother goal scored. Memories in Motown This has been a huge date in the...
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 15

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 15

November 15th, 2020 This date in National Hockey League history was especially good for players named Bobby. It has also provided many memorable moments all across the state of New York and in the City of Brotherly Love. Orr’s Enormous Day Bobby Orr had a ton of memorable days throughout his legendary career, but Nov. 15, 1973, is near the top of...
Myth of the Montreal Canadiens' Early Success

Myth of the Montreal Canadiens' Early Success

September 5th, 2020 For generations, the Habs have been dogged by accusations that their historic Stanley Cup success was because they had territorial rights to the best players French Canada had to offer. In this great article, originally published May 12, 2010, former THW contributor Mike Moore lays out why all those claims of an unfair advantage...
They Wore It Once: Sabres Players and Their Unique Numbers

They Wore It Once: Sabres Players and Their Unique Numbers

July 22nd, 2020 As hockey fans, we love to pour over the numbers. Analyzing stats, finding trends and predicting future outcomes are some of the things that make hockey and sports enjoyable. Numbers are found everywhere in this sport. From stats and records to attendance and revenue, the life of a hockey fan is consumed by numbers. They are...
The French Connection

The French Connection

June 29th, 2020 The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle lived well before hockey ever existed, but his quote, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” certainly applies to the Buffalo Sabres’ French Connection. The famous Sabres line, comprised of Gilbert Perreault, Richard Martin and Rene Robert was a point-producing, highlight-making...
Sabres with 100-Point Seasons

Sabres with 100-Point Seasons

June 7th, 2020 Reaching the 100-point mark is a special feat for NHL players. It's an outstanding offensive achievement that speaks to talent, consistency and determination. The century club has long been the gold standard for scoring. It’s an exclusive club, started by Boston Bruins’ forward Phil Esposito who scored 126 points (49 goals and 77...
Former Sabres Captains Help Kick off Franchise's 50th Season

Former Sabres Captains Help Kick off Franchise's 50th Season

October 5th, 2019 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Floyd Smith still vividly remembers the ceremonial faceoff he took against Montreal Canadiens captain Jean Beliveau before the Buffalo Sabres' first home game in franchise history. "(Beliveau) let me win it," Smith said with a laugh. At...
The Buffalo Sabres Franchise Four

The Buffalo Sabres Franchise Four

August 20th, 2015 The Franchise Four. The Mount Rushmore. Four players who tell the story of an organization. In this series I'll be taking a look at the history of all 30 NHL squads. For criteria, I'm choosing one forward, defenceman, goaltender and a wild card from any position. Since 1970 the Buffalo Sabres have roamed the ice in Western New...
The Buffalo Sabres Captain Is... Part II

The Buffalo Sabres Captain Is... Part II

September 25th, 2014 The Buffalo Sabres entered the league in 1970 along with the Vancouver Canucks.  The first decade started out a bit rough as you would imagine for an expansion team, with the Sabres missing out on the playoffs three out of their first four seasons of existence.  After that though, Buffalo made it to the Stanley Cup Finals, and found...
Buffalo Sabres History: Part I (1970-1981)

Buffalo Sabres History: Part I (1970-1981)

September 10th, 2014 The 2013-2014 NHL season was a year in Buffalo Sabres history that both players and fans want to forget. It was a historically bad season for the franchise yet it afforded the team an opportunity to acquire an impressive stock of young players in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. The Sabres are poised to turn a corner within the next few seasons...
A Roulette Wheel, Lottery Balls & The Sabres Draft Fortunes

A Roulette Wheel, Lottery Balls & The Sabres Draft Fortunes

February 6th, 2014 Even though we are in the midst of an NHL season, fans of the Buffalo Sabres find themselves thinking more about lottery balls than hockey pucks. That's because the team is destined for a top draft pick as it clings to the basement floor of the standings. However, this won't be the first time that luck – which Buffalo sports franchises...
Top 10 Buffalo Sabres Draft Picks

Top 10 Buffalo Sabres Draft Picks

June 20th, 2012 With the draft just days away, everyone is hoping to discover the next star.  Let's take a look back at the best Sabres draft picks of all time. 10. Taro Tsujimoto Imagine watching the draft and hearing the GM of your favorite team call out the name of a player that you not only had never heard of, but later discovered that he...
Draft Schmaft – The Maple Leafs First Round Draft 1968-70: Part II Selwood and Sittler

Draft Schmaft – The Maple Leafs First Round Draft 1968-70: Part II Selwood and Sittler

May 15th, 2011 In the spring of 1968, the defending Stanley Cup champion Toronto Maple Leafs failed to make the playoffs. While many players remained from the championship team, some key players such as Terry Sawchuk, Red Kelly, Frank Mahovlich, Carl Brewer, Bob Baun and Ed Shack were gone. Among remaining Leafs, 5 were aged 37 or older. The team would...

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