Jordan Burroughs Autograph

A couple of nights ago I had the pleasure of driving up to Elma, NY and getting to play touch football game with 2012 Olympic Gold medalist Jordan Burroughs! Burroughs is a wrestler from New Jersey, who won the 2009 and 2011 NCAA wrestling title for Nebraska, then went on to win gold in this summers London Olympics. After we played football for about a half hour he went and grabbed some photos and signed them for us! Great night!

Cody Ross

Today I received the Boston Red Sox fan pack which included a 5x7 photo of Cody Ross which appears to have an authentic signature, not pre-print. Its hard to tell but looks real.

Tennessee Titans 1999 AFC Championship Limited Edition Ball

While searching through the garage I came across this rare football from 1999. The Titans won the confronce this year. This rare peice is from series 4 and there are only 25000 in existence.

Buffalo Memorial Auditorium Fold Chair

Today while at the Erie County Fair, I sat down eat when I noticed the chair had stamped on it "The Aud". The old Aud had chairs like this throughout the arena. Im suprised this peice of sports memorablia wasnt sold at auction like lots of other relics of the old aud.

Old Signed Comic Books

In the next few days I'll be posting about 20 old Comic Books all signed by their creators. Some are even limited editions. I found them yesterday while cleaning around my house. You wont believe this, but yes my dad says they came out of the garbage. It truely is amazing what some people throw away. Stay tuned to check out these great pieces!

Nik Wallenda Signing



Wallenda at his apperance



Wallenda Crosssing Niagara Falls, June 15, 2012

Daredevil Tight Rope Walker Nik Wallenda did his first autograph appearance on the U.S. side of the Falls today at the Factory Outlet Mall on in Niagara Falls, New York. Hundreds of fans came to meet their hero as they flocked the signing. Unfortunately, security was very tight and only aloud Nik to stay for his scheduled hour and a half. He signed provided 8x10 and other items people brought. Some unique pieces were Newspaper articles, Paintings, posters, and t-shirts. For those of you who don't know who Nik Wallenda is, he is 7th generation tight top walker which originated by his Great Grand Father Karl Wallenda and the Flying Wallendas. Nik Wallenda most recentally crossed the world famous Niagara Falls on a 2-inch wire (Only 3 pennines wide!). Unfortunally I arrivied at the signing late and was unable to get a signature. However, I manged to get one of the 8x10 He was signing, unsigned. I hope I eventaully get to meet Mr. Wallenda as he is a very great guy and very inspirational. Here's the 8x10 he was signing today:



Lou Lamoriello

Recentlly I aquirred a fan pack from the New Jersey Devils and it included a signed letter from long time GM Lou Lamoriello. With the Devils currently in the Cup finals, this is a huge score from the current GM!

Tony Dungy



I recently acquired a signed photo of Super Bowl Champion former NFL coach, Tony Dungy. Dungy was an assistant coach for John Grudens Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the head coach for the Indianapolis Colts. He is now broadcasting for CBS.

Request Sent To: http://www.coachdungy.com/index.php/contact/

Sent: April 13, 2012
Received: May 14, 2012 (31 Days)

Mike Robitaille Interview

I just recently did an interview with former NHLer Mike Robitaille. Mike Robitaille spent his career with the Vancouver Canucks, Buffalo Sabres, New York Rangers and, Detroit Red Wings. Robitaille's career ended after multiple injuries in 1977. Robitalle joined the Sabres Broadcast crew in 1991 and has been a part ever since. Robitaille played in 382 regular season NHL games, scoring 23 goals and adding 105 assists. Mike still resides in the Buffalo area and is part of the Sabres Alumni Association. Mike and his wife also own Robitalle Real Estate . Though Mike's career has been long over, Mike still interacts with fans in the Buffalo area and has been a fan favorite. This interview is another interview done with the help of The Puck Stops Here Please enjoy! Questions are in White and answers are in Gold!

1. What do you miss most about living in Canada?

    Nothing much---- I became a U.S. citizen 10 years ago

2. Who did you have the most fun playing with? Also who was your favorite line mate?

 Ab Demarco Jr. and my favorite defense partner was Tim Horton

 

3. During you career what goalie did you have a particularly hard Time scoring against?

Seemed like all of them but maybe Tony Esposito Chicago Blackhawkes

 

4. What is your Number 1 regret, what didn't you accomplish during your career?

 Took playing too serious and never had enough fun

 

5. What was the high point of your career?

 Being chosen to play in the NHL All Star game---broke my wrist a week before and couldn't play in the game ----also being chosen for the unsung hero award in the NHL

 

6. What is your greatest memory of hockey player?

 Being chosen the best defensmen in Jr A hockey ( Kitchener Rangers)

 

7. Now being a Intermission reporter, what do you miss most about the game? What has been the biggest change since your years in the NHL, compared to the NHL of today?

 Really nothing as the game didn't come easy to me. The biggest changes has been how scientific the game has become---the condition of the players---and the amount of money to be made in such as short amount of time 

 

8. When you were younger what NHL star did you look up to?

They were all heroes to me as I was growing up.

 

9. If you could meet any hockey player past or present, who would it be?

Eddie Shore

 

10. What former teammate/player are you closest to still today?

Larry Carriere my former defense partner with the Sabres

 

11. What do you like most about being an analyst for the Sabres?

Speaking and explaining the game in simple terms ----- also working for terrific owners who make decisions with morals over money

 

12. Growing up, what was your favorite team?

Detroit

 

13. Do you miss playing hockey? 

Not at all---toughest job I've ever had by far

 

14. Do you like being part of the Sabres Alumni? 

Proud of the Alumni and so many players that have made a difference in our community.

 

 

 

 

It was another great interview and we appreciate the interview from Mike Robitaille! Stay tuned for more! 

 

 

 

Nelson Fox Baseball Bat

I was looking through my shed trying to find stuff to sell at our garage sale, and me and my dad came across my grandpas old bat. A Nelson Fox bat. We don't know when exactly it is from, but his playing career went from 1947-1965. Meaning that it is at least almost 50 years old. Great find!

More New Interviews!

Check Out These New Confirmed Interviews! Well have most of them posted soon!

Karel St Laurent

Zemgus Girgensons

Chris Desoua

Brandon Archibald

Mike Davies

Kerby Rychel

Luca Ciampini

Brett Thompson

Like I said, all of these interviews should be posted soon along with the others. The mail has been really slow lately and I haven't had a lot of time to send out questions for the interviews. We appreciate your passionates and hope you continue to follow our blog-

Josh

Mike and Josh Memorabilia

Joe Crozier

Today my dad went to a yard sale while I was at school and found this signed Sabres puck for only $1. I've looked at for quite awhile and as you can see it's very old and the signature is now faded. From my studies, I believe it is signed by formor Sabres Coach Joe Crozier. If you have any idea who this is, please let me know. Thanks!

Brian Propp

Sent this via Brian Propp's website and he sent this back. Ive had this sitting around for awhile just havnt posted it. Took about 2 months.

Sent to: brianpropp.com/contact

Tons of New Upcoming interviews!

We have confirmed interviews with...

Maxime Gratchev

Dustin Gazley

Devin Didiomete

Connor Knapp

Cedrick Henley

Connor Crisp

New Blog

Check Out Our other blog that talks about what is going on in the World of Hockey! It's called Josh's Hockey articles! Check It out here!

Jim Davis

Last Friday I recieved a signed 4x6 Garfield Print from the Creator Jim Davis! Very Nice signature!

Filled out contact form at: www.garfield.com

Sent: April 13, 2012

Recieved: May 5, 2012 (22 Days)

Trevor Petersen Interview and new Interview Annoucments!

We just finished another great interview with Caitlin from The Puck Stops Here ! This time with Trevor Petersen of the OHL Niagara Ice Dogs!

Despite not being drafted in the OHL draft Trevor Petersen has found a home with the Niagara Ice Dogs in the OHL. Peterson was determined to work hard and show the OHL what they had missed by passing home over, he worked hard and was able to get the attention of the Ice Dogs. Petersen and the Ice Dogs are battling it out for the OHL championship against the London Knights.
Trevor will have one more season in the OHL before his NHL draft year and will look to have a bigger role with the Ice Dogs next season and solidify his chance of getting drafted. Trevor is a solid two way player who has the ice and the skill to compete against the best. He's making a name for himself on a star studded Niagara Ice Dogs team!

(Campbell,Caitlin The Puck Stops Here)

1. Who has had the biggest influence on your life?
The biggest influence has been my parents, they have always been there for me whether things are going my way or not. They have taught me so much about growing up and being a good person outside of the rink which has really helped my character!

2. What are your plans for next season?
Next season I see myself having a bigger role with the ice dogs as the majority of the top 6 forwards are leaving. It is also my draft year next season (as I have a late birthday) so I am aiming for a 30-40 point season next year.

3. Your first fight in the OHL was against your high school friend Joseph Blandisi, what was it like fighting a former friend? Did you win?
Joe and I planned that fight as we both wanted to get our first OHL fight out of the way. It wasn't much of a fight, more of a wrestling match as we are still good buddies.

4. Looking back was not getting drafted in the OHL better for your career? (many players who had gotten drafted have yet to make their teams).
Not getting drafted was really difficult at the beginning, a lot of the teams were talking to me and telling me they would take me in one of the first 5 rounds. After not getting drafted I refocused on getting a NCAA school to take me on for next season Maine, UNH, and Quinnipiac all contacted me. Robert Morris ended up offering me a spot on the Niagara Ice Dogs and I felt coming to Niagara would be the best fit for me. So yes not getting drafted originally opened up more roads for me.

5. Whats it like playing/hanging out with players like Dougie Hamilton, Mark Visetin and Ryan Strome?
These guys are players who I can admire both on and off the ice. They are really great guys to have around and have taught me so much this season: From leading by example to giving me little tips here and there. Most importantly these gentleman have taught me to be mature and that you need to be loyal both on and off the ice.

6. At what age did you know hockey was your sport?
My dad laced me up around the age of 5 but my first year of house league hockey was pretty rough. That summer I enrolled in hockey schools and power skating lessons, the next season I came back and was a superstar from that moment I knew I wanted to play at the highest level of hockey possible! Hockey is such a unique sport, whenever I'm on the ice it just clears my mind and I feel so relaxed while doing what I love for a living.

7. What is your greatest hockey memory?
There have been a lot of great memories, but the ones that I remember the most are playing shinny with the buddies during summer break and skating on the out door rinks during the Christmas holidays. There's nothing better!

8. What is your favourite NHL team?
My favourite NHL team is the Chicago Blackhawks. Patrick Kane.

9. If you could meet any player past or present who would it be?

Wayne Gretzky, he is considered to be the best player to ever play the game. So I think it would be cool too meet him and hear what he would say about his greatest moments and memories throughout his career.

10. If you could play for any NHL which would it be and why?
Honestly playing for any NHL team would be a huge honour! My agent and I have already been contacted by a few teams and whenever a new team contacts us I get really excited and it just motivates me to work that much harder. Playing in the NHL would be a dream come true, and right now I'm all about making my dreams become a reality!

Make sure you continue to watch our blog and Caitlin's The Puck Stops Here as we are having 2 more up coming interviews with...

Jon Parker of the Rochester Americans

Jordan Binnington, prospect of The St. Louis Blues and currentlly playing for Owen Sound Attack of the OHL!

Upcoming Hockey Interviews!

We have verified 2 more interviews with....


Johnny Cullen of the Windsor Spitfires
and...

Trevor Peterson of the Niagara Ice Dogs!

Maxim Lapierre

Well, the trip to Dave and Adams got even better. Before I had arrived someone opened a box of 2011/12 Hockey Pinnacle and pulled a jersey card of Maxim Lapierre. However, they didn't want the card so they told the worker to put it in the free box. Now this is a very rare occassion, having a jersey card in the free box. However, the worker, knowing I collect jersey cards, set it a side for me! It's numbered 477/499! Another great free card! It appears to be a piece of his Habs jersey!

Tony Romo

I was at my local Dave and Adams Card world searching through the free card box when I came across this! It's a numbered Tony Romo 178/999 Card! Not a bad find in the free box!

Mike Eruzione Interview

We just finished our interview with Mike Eruzione! Great guy and great interview from the former Team USA Captain! Questions are in white, answers in red!

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1) Who did you look up to when you were younger?
My Parents

2) What is th greatest memory you've had as a hockey player?

Beating Finland to win the Gold 

3) If you could meet any NHL player in the league (past and present), who would it be?

I've met most of the great ones so maybe Glenn Hall

4) What was your favorite NHL team growing up?
Chicago Blackhawks
5) What are your intrest outside of hockey?
Golf and more golf
6) How did it feel to be captian of Team USA in the Olympics?
It was a great honor but I also had a team of captians
7) What were your emotions when you beat the Soviets and moved on to beat Finland for the Gold Medal?
Excited and proud we worked hard to get where we were. So our emotions were pretty high
8) What made you decide to stand up against legendary coach Herb Brooks after the tie against the Norwegian National Team in the scrimage when he drilled you guys with endless "Herbies?" Also how did it feel when you did that?
Don't believe everything you watched in the movie, it was a team stand. 
9) Do you ever think there will be another "Miracle on Ice?"
I hope so but with the pro's playing we are now considered one of the favorites, I hope we win Gold everytime we play.
10) Were you worried to play the Soviets again after the loss in the scrimmage against them in MSG?
No, we were a diffrent team the 2nd time we played, much more confident and playing much better.

11) Has anyhting in the world ever compared to feeling after scoring such a big goal in the Olympics? (refering to the GW goal against the Soviets)
Yes the birth of my 3 children was greater

Upcoming Mike Robitaille Interview

We have just verified an interview with formor NHLer Mike Robitaille! Should be great!

Ed O'Neil Interview

I receantly had the pleasure of interviewing Penn State and NFL alumnist Ed O'Neil! Mr. O'Neil is my football coach at my school and a really great guy to talk to! He kindly did a hand written interview for our blog so here it is:

1) When growing up, who was your biggest inspiration to play football?

       When growing up my, my biggest inspiration was my brother Dan. Dan was 2 years older but always included me in any sporting event or game he was in. As a senior in High School he was an honorable mention for the All-American team as a running back. He recieved a full athletic scholarship to play at Villanoua University.

2) What was it like to coached in college by legendary football coach Joe Paterno and what was your greatest memory of/with him?

        Being coached by Joe, who I consider, the greatest college coach of all time was an Honor. So many memories to share but that one that will stay with me happened last May when, after my father died, I recieved a handwritten letter from him in an envolope he personally wrote out the address. I had not played for him in 38 years and he had the class write a note of condolence for me.

3) What is the greatest moment you've had playing and coaching football?

       In the 38 years I've played and coached there are too many great memories to record. But, one that does stick out is while coaching at Rutgers University,beating Penn State 21-16 in 1988.

4) If you could go back and change anything in your football career, what would it be?

        As it would be for the most, the injuries that ended my career. After playing in 88 consecutive games, the injuries started and my career ended.

5) Do you still talk to any of your past teammates? If so who are you closest with?

        We still have great communication with our teammates. Nut 1973 Heismann Trophy Winner John Cappelletti is who I remain closest to.

6) You have played in the NFL and coached in both the CFL and NFL Europe. Which league did you like the most?

         All 3 leagues have their plusses. Playing in the NFL is a dream come true. Coaching in Europe allowed me and my family to see the sights of Europe they most likely would have never seen. And The CFL is so diffrent than American Football it was a great challenge.

7) Besides the two teams you played with in the NFL, what team do wish you had the chance to play for?

        The team, of course, would be the Steelers. I grew up in Westren Pa. and the fact that the Steelers won 4 Supper Bowls during the time I was in the NFL would have been NICE

Alex Biega Interview!

We recently did our first interview with our new partner Caitlin (The Puck Stops Here) (Check her blog here at: http://thepuckstopshere30.blogspot.ca/)  with Alex Biega! It turned out great! Here it is!


         1) Who did you look up to when you were younger?


My dad. Always working hard and never complaining. He raised four boys and Made so many sacrifices for us to succeed.

2) When you were drafted by the Buffalo Sabres, what were your emotions?

Was drafted in 2006 in the 5th round. It was one of the proudest and memorable moments to this day. Especially to be drafted by buffalo  having such rich history.

3) When you were excepted into Harvard, how did it feel?

I I was expected to hear by 2pm on a Friday I got in or not. I never received a phone call until 4pm, having someone tell me I was accepted. Just like the NHL draft, it was such a rewarding feeling for all the hard work and sacrifice that was made.

4) What is the greatest memory you've had as a hockey player?

Winning the Salisbury schools first ever New England championship. One of my brothers was on the team with me at the time which was great to share the experience with.

5) What was your favorite NHL team growing up?

Grew up in Montreal so hard not to say the Canadians

6) If you could meet any NHL player in the league (past and present), who would it be?

Would have to say Gordie Howe. Just a legend.

7)What did you major in while attending Harvard?

Sociology. Took a lot of different classes in different fields while I was there.

8) Do you know Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick considering you both attended Harvard?

I don't know him but seen him at Harvard once in the summer training for the off season. He is obviously a legend there and think he visits when he can make the trip.

9) What are your interests outside of hockey?

I'm a big movie guy and I try to learn to play the guitar from my room mate.

10) What do you like best about living/being in Rochester/Buffalo?

The fans. Avid fans who are so compassionate about their hockey.

11) Do you like any other sports besides hockey?

I played soccer all my life even in prep school. Love the sport and I can't say I don't get excited for the world cup!


         12) You attended Harvard the same time as New York Knick Jeremy Lin, did you know him? If so how well did you know him?


 I took a class with him but didn't know him that we'll. The select few times we did hang out, he is a low key and quiet guy. Great person though.


We'd like to thank Mr. Biega for a great interview! Thanks Again Alex! Great pleasure working with you!