This fucking sucks. Rest in peace and pride, legend.
xBialyOrzel
RJ better be the first name engraved on the cup when the Sabres win it all. Win it, win it for RJ.
HipKat2000
Utterly heartbreaking. Who knew? I figured he’d see a playoff game this year….
nysom1227
The GOAT has left us. RIP, Rick. You will be missed.
Great-Reference9322
Damn, I was already having a rough day. Hasek may be the greatest player to lace them up for this team, but in my mind, RJ is the greatest Sabre there ever will be. May his calls ring through the hockey heavens for all of eternity.
TooltalQ
R.I.P RJ! 😢
trippyEDM
I’m forever grateful for Rick. He’s electric calls, especially Hasek and miller saves, were what cemented my love for this team for life. To say I’m heartbroken is an understatement. May you rest in peace Rick and thank you for everything.
scandrews187
It’s too bad this team didn’t win while you were here Rick, but when it does, you will be the first to be remembered. You were the Buffalo Sabers to me when I was a kid. One of the best memories, if not the best, of my entire childhood. Thank you for that. You will live forever in the memories of everyone who had the pleasure of listening to you call a Sabre’s game
RupertRasmus
To think every single Sabres memory has his voice attached too it. It’ll never be the same and it’s a shame he never saw a cup. A piece of Buffalo and hockey died today, RIP RJ
sabre007x
Coming out of the 04-05 lockout I heard his voice for the first time prior to the first game… such a magical moment I felt every word. His enjoyment, as well as mine…. Words don’t do it justice but man those memories will last forever.
hardware1197
Thanks to Sirius got to listen to many of his last broadcasts while on the road. I will alwys consider it a priveledge to have heard him call games.
JoesShittyOs
I thought he’d have a few more years. I know that’s fucking stupid to think as a healthcare worker, but I just thought he’d be okay
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This fucking sucks. Rest in peace and pride, legend.
RJ better be the first name engraved on the cup when the Sabres win it all. Win it, win it for RJ.
Utterly heartbreaking. Who knew? I figured he’d see a playoff game this year….
The GOAT has left us. RIP, Rick. You will be missed.
Damn, I was already having a rough day. Hasek may be the greatest player to lace them up for this team, but in my mind, RJ is the greatest Sabre there ever will be. May his calls ring through the hockey heavens for all of eternity.
R.I.P RJ! 😢
I’m forever grateful for Rick. He’s electric calls, especially Hasek and miller saves, were what cemented my love for this team for life. To say I’m heartbroken is an understatement. May you rest in peace Rick and thank you for everything.
It’s too bad this team didn’t win while you were here Rick, but when it does, you will be the first to be remembered. You were the Buffalo Sabers to me when I was a kid. One of the best memories, if not the best, of my entire childhood. Thank you for that. You will live forever in the memories of everyone who had the pleasure of listening to you call a Sabre’s game
To think every single Sabres memory has his voice attached too it. It’ll never be the same and it’s a shame he never saw a cup. A piece of Buffalo and hockey died today, RIP RJ
Coming out of the 04-05 lockout I heard his voice for the first time prior to the first game… such a magical moment I felt every word. His enjoyment, as well as mine…. Words don’t do it justice but man those memories will last forever.
Thanks to Sirius got to listen to many of his last broadcasts while on the road. I will alwys consider it a priveledge to have heard him call games.
I thought he’d have a few more years. I know that’s fucking stupid to think as a healthcare worker, but I just thought he’d be okay
May Day May Day May Day! RIP