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This 2002-03 Buffalo Sabres Third Set 1 Jersey was worn by Martin Biron in eight games. Among the notable games of use include the game that saw the beginning of his establishing of the Buffalo Sabres franchise record shutout streak (from 3:49 of the third period against Montreal on January 11, 2003), and then also the game that saw his Buffalo Sabres shutout streak record end at 201 minutes (January 25, 2003, at 20:46 in into the game). The wear is notable, the jersey is photomatched, and its nameplate was removed, likely to be reused for the Third Set 2 sweater.
This 2002-03 Buffalo Sabres Third Set 1 Jersey was worn by Martin Biron in eight games. Among the notable games of use include the game that saw the beginning of his establishing of the Buffalo Sabres franchise record shutout streak (from 3:49 of the third period against Montreal on January 11, 2003), and then also the game that saw his Buffalo Sabres shutout streak record end at 201 minutes (January 25, 2003, at 20:46 in into the game). The wear is notable, the jersey is photomatched, and its nameplate was removed, likely to be reused for the Third Set 2 sweater.
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SHORT BIO: Born on August 15, 1977, at Lac St. Charles in Quebec, Martin Biron was an extremely touted prospect, drafted 16th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 1995. While playing in the QMJHL in 1995-96, Biron was recalled by the Sabres and got his chance as an 18 year old rookie. He made his NHL debut on December 26, 1995 vs Pittsburgh. He stopped 20 of 24 shots in the team's 6-3 loss. He appeared in two additional NHL games in short succession thereafter, however, a 5.04GAA and a 0.844% save average meant that he was re-assigned to juniors.
He transitioned to the pros full-time in 1997-98 and cracked the Sabres' roster in 1998-99 once again, appearing in 6 games and recorded strong numbers. He was a multi-award winner in the AHL that year, as well. The following year, he finally made the roster full-time behind Dominik Hasek and Dwayne Roloson. Despite those names ahead of him, Biron appeared in 41 games and recorded decent numbers. After Hasek was moved to Detroit, Biron was given the starting role in 2001-02. That season, he appeared in 72 games and recorded a career high in wins. Remaining with the Sabres until 2006-07, he was eventually traded to the Philadelphia Flyers. There, he continued to have the starting role, even leading the team to the conference finals of the playoffs in 2007-08. After a strong 2008-09 campaign, Biron was acquired by the New York Islanders as a back-up to Dwayne Roloson in 2009-10. After a competent season, he was acquired by the New York Rangers and there, he was the full-time back-up to Henrik Lundqvist for three seasons. After two final uneventful games in 2013-14, the Rangers placed Biron on waivers and shortly thereafter, he retired from professional hockey and has since gone into broadcasting. A solid goaltender, he still holds the Buffalo Sabres record for a shutout streak at over 200 minutes without surrendering a goal. In 508 NHL games, Martin Biron recorded a 230-191-25-27 record with 28 shutouts, 14 assists, a 2.61GAA, and a 0.910% save average. Additionally, in 23 playoff games, he recorded an 11-12 record with two shutouts, a 2.87GAA, and a 0.908% save average. |
YEAR: 2002-03 Third Set 1
TEAM: Buffalo Sabres GAME WORN? Yes, nameplate removed by team. MANUFACTURER/MODEL: Koho SIZE: 58G ACQUIRED FROM / LOA: Classic Auctions, includes Meigray LOA. DATES OF GAME USE: October 17, 2002 v NY Rangers (32-36, 4-4T) November 12, 2002 v Boston (6-6, 4-3) November 27, 2002 v Tampa Bay (23-24, 1-1T) November 30, 2002 v Toronto (23-26, 3-1L) December 14, 2002 v Philadelphia (31-33, 2-0L) January 11, 2003 v Montreal (25-27, 3-2W) January 25, 2003 v Ottawa (28-32, 4-3OTL) January 30, 2003 v St. Louis (30-32, 2-1OTL) NOTABLE MOMENTS: Worn in the first and final game of Biron establishing the Buffalo Sabres' franchise record shutout streak. PHOTOMATCHED: Yes AUTOGRAPHED: No AVAILABILITY: THIS ITEM IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE/TRADE/DONATION |
