Hockey Players who Played for Sabres and Rangers
My guess is you’ve searched this page out because you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
If I’m right, that also means that today’s grid is asking for players who have played for both the Buffalo Sabres and the New York Rangers.
And, I’m also guessing that you’re a little stuck on this particular square and you’re looking for a little help to keep your grid immaculate. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, I’m here to help.
I’ve already done the research and have put together a list of well-known stars along with some more “under-the-radar” players that could land you a low rarity score.
Eric Staal
Eric Staal was selected 2nd overall by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2003 NHL Draft. Over his distinguished NHL career, Staal has become known for his leadership, scoring ability, and consistency.
During his time with the Hurricanes, he won the Stanley Cup in the 2005-2006 season, leading the team in scoring during the playoffs. He was named captain of the Hurricanes in 2010.
Staal has also played for the Rangers, Wild, Sabres, Canadiens and Panthers. Throughout his career, he’s been named an All-Star (2005-06), won a gold medal with Team Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics and achieved the 1,000-point milestone, making him one of the top offensive players of his generation.
Staal Key Stats
- All-Star (Hurricanes)
- Stanley Cup Winner (Hurricanes)
- 1000+ Career Points (Hurricanes, Wild, Rangers, Sabres, Canadiens, Panthers)
- 40+ Goal Season (Hurricanes, Wild)
- 50+ Assist Season (Hurricanes)
Pat LaFontaine
Pat LaFontaine was drafted 3rd overall by the New York Islanders in the 1983 NHL Draft. During his career, LaFontaine played for the New York Islanders, Buffalo Sabres, and the New York Rangers.
He was particularly successful during his time with the Islanders and the Sabres, where he was known for his goal-scoring ability and playmaking skills. During the 1992-1993 season with the Sabres, he had a remarkable season, recording 148 points.
LaFontaine was selected to the NHL First All-Star Team in 1993 and played in five NHL All-Star Games. Unfortunately, his career was plagued with injuries, including several concussions, which eventually forced him to retire prematurely in 1998. Despite the shortened career, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003.
LaFontaine Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Islanders, Sabres, Rangers)
- All-Star (Islanders, Sabres)
- 100+ Point Season (Islanders, Sabres)
- 40+ Goal Season (Islanders, Sabres)
- 50+ Assist Season (Islanders, Sabres)
Justin Falk
Justin Falk is a Canadian former defenseman. He was selected 110th overall by the Minnesota Wild in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. He began his NHL career with the Wild, debuting in the 2009-10 season, and later played for the New York Rangers, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Buffalo Sabres.
Falk’s professional career included several team transitions. After his time with the Wild, he was traded to the New York Rangers in 2013 and then returned to the Wild as a free agent in 2014. However, he struggled to secure a regular role and was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2015.
Falk later signed with the Buffalo Sabres in 2016, where he played in 46 games in the 2017-18 season, recording a goal and an assist. Falk’s career statistics in the NHL include 3 goals and 30 assists in 279 regular season games, and he appeared in 4 playoff games.
