Friday, December 19, 2014

Rick Jeanneret Most Memorable Calls

In honour of Rick Jeanneret entering the Buffalo Sabres Hall Of Fame, have a listen to a few of his most memorable calls.

Steve Dangle sums up what it's like to be a Leafs fan.

NHL Life Episode 10: A Fan's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. NHL Fan Alex Eliuk.

NHL Life Episode 9: A Prospect's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. NHL Prospect Aaron Ekblad.

NHL Life Episode 8: A Legend's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. Dallas Stars legend Mike Modano.

NHL Life Episode 7: A Coach's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. NHL Coach Barry Trotz.

NHL Life Episode 6: A Captain's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. St. Louis Blues captain David Backes.

NHL Life Episode 5: An Agent's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. NHL Agent Pat Brisson.

NHL Life Episode 4: A Broadcaster's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series.  A Broadcaster's Life, Kevin Weekes.

NHL Life Episode 3: A Scout's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. NHL Scout B.J. MacDonald.

NHL Life Episode 2: A Referee's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. Referee Tom Kowal.

NHL Life Episode 1: A Superstar's Life

NHL Life short documentary Series. P.K. Subban in Montreal.

Hockey Barn: Long Island Documentary


Hockey Barn: Long Island is a short documentary film that tells the story of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and it's relationship with the surrounding community. The New York Islanders have called the arena home since 1972. The building itself and team have instilled a tradition for fans on Long Island.

Robert "Bob" Solinger

Robert Solinger, or Bob as his friends and family like to call him, was born in Star City, Saskatchewan, just under two hours east of Prince Albert, on December 23, 1925. He passed away at the age of 88 on December 10, taking with him his 25-year hockey career that saw him play in eight different leagues at the professional and amateur level that included the AHL, NHL, WHL, and the EHL. Some say he was one of the first players to use the slapshot including his family. He was the first winner of the Dudley “Red” Garrett Memorial Award as Rookie of the Year in the AHL in 1947-48 with the Cleveland Barons, and is a five-time Calder Cup Champion in the AHL across the Cleveland Barons, Pittsburgh Hornets, and the Hershey Bears. He Played 99 NHL games with the Toronto Maple Leafs/Red Wings, scoring 10 goals and 11 assists.

The caption reads something along the lines of Bob Solinger, 34, one of the oldest veterans in the league, has some tips and tricks from a young Edmonton Oil Kings rookie, 17, in 1959.

Bob played for 14 teams in eight different leagues over his 25-year career, including teams such as the Philadelphia Falcons, the Milwaukee Millers, the Pittsburgh Hornets, and the Edmonton Flyers.

Merry Christmas from Bob Solinger and the Cleveland Barons. He played three seasons with Cleveland in the 1945-46, 1947-48, and 1948-49 seasons, winning the Rookie of the Year in his first season with the Barons.

I was incredibly impressed by some of the comics like these. Seemed like he was a big star for the Barons after winning the Rookie of the Year Award.

Bob Solinger puts the puck past Red Wings great Terry Sawchuk as Gordie Howe comes sliding in for the block. Mr. Goalie himself, Glenn Hall, was supposed to be a pallbearer at his funeral if he hadn't had to attend another funeral.

This is a re-post. Original pictures & story http://imgur.com/a/kywrP? 

Compilation of The BIGGEST Hits Ever Seen on the NHL


Saku Koivu Tribute from the Montreal Canadiens



Canadiens players, coaches, staff and fans thank Saku Koivu for his memorable career in Montreal.