Daniel Gare
15 Interesting Facts
A two-time 50-goal scorer and former captain, he remains one of the most iconic figures in Buffalo Sabres history.
He scored his first career goal just 18 seconds into his professional debut.
He was selected by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1974 NHL amateur draft.
He holds the team record for the most goals scored by a right winger for the Buffalo franchise.
He served as the captain for the Detroit Red Wings for four consecutive seasons.
He finished his final professional season playing for the Edmonton Oilers.
He tied for the league lead in goals with 56 during the 1979-80 season.
He was traded to the Detroit Red Wings in a multi-player deal involving three other teammates in 1981.
He played for the Calgary Centennials in the WCHL before beginning his NHL career.
He recorded 127 points during his final junior season in the WCHL.
He holds the team record for the most game-tying goals scored in a career for the Buffalo Sabres.
He played on the power play during the era of the famous 'French Connection' line, forcing a teammate to move to the point.
He was the fifth player in franchise history to have his jersey number retired by the Buffalo Sabres.
He served as a colour analyst for the Columbus Blue Jackets from 2006 to 2009.
He was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the 1974 WHA draft.
He recorded 13 points in 17 games during his rookie playoff run in 1975.
About Daniel Gare
A prolific goal-scoring right winger, he was a key figure for the Buffalo Sabres during the 1970s and 80s, twice scoring 50 goals in a single season. He served as captain for both the Sabres and the Detroit Red Wings before concluding his professional career with the Edmonton Oilers.
Career Achievements & Milestones
NHL Second All-Star Team
1980
NHL All-Star Game
1980
Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame
1994
Jersey number 18 retired by Buffalo Sabres
2005
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Teams & Career
Daniel Gare played for 3 different teams during his 13 seasons career. He was originally drafted 1st overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 1974.