* Coming up through Juniors, not getting drafted, and signing with Hartford * His first few years in New York * His unique role with the Sabres (he’s actually still on the coaching staff, which I didn’t know) * Ankle injuries (including some graphic photos – dude had a literal hole in his ankle) * The art of blocking shots and the “Hank Stare” * Torts stories * Getting bought out and going to Tampa * Playing with Sean Avery * Biggest career moments
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“Drive by Girardi and a save, rebound… scores!!!Stepan! In overtime!”
This will always be one of my favorite sports memories of all time. Back to back years, down 3-1, makes the comeback. Core sports memories of my fandom.
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Some highlights:
* Coming up through Juniors, not getting drafted, and signing with Hartford
* His first few years in New York
* His unique role with the Sabres (he’s actually still on the coaching staff, which I didn’t know)
* Ankle injuries (including some graphic photos – dude had a literal hole in his ankle)
* The art of blocking shots and the “Hank Stare”
* Torts stories
* Getting bought out and going to Tampa
* Playing with Sean Avery
* Biggest career moments
“Drive by Girardi and a save, rebound… scores!!!Stepan! In overtime!”
This will always be one of my favorite sports memories of all time. Back to back years, down 3-1, makes the comeback. Core sports memories of my fandom.