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Undoubtedly, the goal crease is not the most comfortable spot in the hockey rink. But it is the goaltender?s job to defend, at all costs, the net and the crease during the game.

Most people would be surprised to learn that hockey isn?t the national sport of Canada, considering the country?s love affair with the game. Many people in Canada eat, sleep, and breathe hockey. Hockey is defiantly a Canadian sport, although its roots are in Ireland, back when it was called Hurley. In the 1800s hockey became very popular throughout Canada, especially the East coast, and its infectious nature has caught on all over the world.

The Buffalo Sabres-a professional ice hockey team located in Buffalo, New York. They play in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Buffalo Sabres, along with the Vancouver Canucks, joined the NHL in the 1970-71 seasons.