AMHERST, N.Y. — fans finally got the chance to meet the man behind the microphone in the flesh Tuesday night.
Rick Jeanneret held a meet and greet at a Wegman's store on Alberta Drive.
The long-time Sabres announcer is retiring at the end of this month once the hockey season comes to a close.
He has become a Buffalo broadcasting legend during his 51-year career.
Hundreds of fans showed up and were ready to share their respect and admiration.
Fans also got the chance to enter to win tickets that will allow them to sit in the press box with RJ at an upcoming Sabres game.
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