Sabres Blade Gang, explained: Meet the diehard Buffalo fans bringing historic tradition back to NHL playoffs
The Buffalo Sabres have a dedicated group of fans known as the Sabres Blade Gang. Here is the history and context behind their traditions.
Sabres Blade Gang, explained: Meet the diehard Buffalo fans bringing historic tradition back to NHL playoffs originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Is there a better to way to unite players and fans during a playoff run than a group of roller blading companions?
The people of Buffalo certainly don't think so. Amid the Buffalo Sabres ' first playoff run in 15 years, a group of nine friends from South Buffalo have become viral sensations for roller blading to games both in Buffalo and Boston. They call themselves the Blade Gang, and they've become a fan favorite.
After the Sabres took their first round series, the Blade Gang has become a lucky charm. With Game 1 of the second round set to skate off, Buffalo fans are clamoring to see the good fortunes that comes with the Sabres Blade Gang. Here's everything to know about the friends taking Buffalo by storm.
NHL PLAYOFFS HQ: Live NHL scores | NHL playoff schedule | NHL playoff bracket Who is the Sabres Blade Gang? The Blade Gang is a group of nine childhood friends who travel to games on rollerblades. They began as teammates and show up at every game in matching Sabres uniforms.