Danny Gare
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Danny Gare (Born May 14, 1954 in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada) was a noted ice hockey player in the NHL. He was the captain of the Detroit Red Wings before Steve Yzerman. He also played for the Buffalo Sabres and Edmonton Oilers. After his playing career was over he was briefly an assistant coach for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He is currently employed as a commentator for the Columbus Blue Jackets television broadcasts, previously with the Sabres.
On November 22, 2005, Gare had his number (18) retired by the Buffalo Sabres. He is the fifth player so honored. The previous honorees were Gilbert Perreault, Rick Martin, Rene Robert and Tim Horton.
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| Preceded by: Jim Schoenfeld |
Buffalo Sabres captains 1977-81 |
Succeeded by: Gilbert Perreault |
| Preceded by: Reed Larson |
Detroit Red Wings captains 1982-86 |
Succeeded by: Steve Yzerman |
| Preceded by: Mike Bossy |
NHL Goal Leader 1980 (tied with Charlie Simmer & Blaine Stoughton) |
Succeeded by: Mike Bossy |
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