Sabres to wear commemorative "RJ" jersey patch throughout 2023-24 season

The patch is one of multiple planned tributes for Hall-of-Fame broadcaster Rick Jeanneret.

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By Buffalo Sabres
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The Sabres will wear a commemorative “RJ” jersey patch throughout the 2023-24 season in honor of late Hall-of-Fame broadcaster Rick Jeanneret, who passed away Aug. 17 at age 81.

The jersey patch is one of several tributes planned in honor of Jeanneret, beginning with the dedication of a trailblazing sign outside Alumni Plaza at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12 prior to the Sabres’ Home Opener, presented by The BFLO Store.

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      Honoring RJ this season

      The sign – which will be located at the corner of Illinois Street and Perry Street – will dub the area as “RJ Way.” Fans are encouraged to attend the dedication, which will kick off a Party in the Plaza featuring live music, food and drinks, and players entrances on the Blue and Gold Carpet.

      All fans in attendance for the home opener will receive a commemorative “RJ Way” street sign.

      The Jeanneret family will also be honored in a pregame ceremony ahead of the opener. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats early with doors opening at 5 p.m.

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