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!