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Twowingcantfly said:
It would be very nice if (Bobby Clark, Dornhoefer, Schultz, Barber, and the rest of the Broad Street Bullies) were to come out and say some nice words about BJ. They more than any other team took liberties with our Borje. RIP BJ ❤
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I was trying to find something on inet. I thought Clarke said some things. Not recently though. Ill check again.
 
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"There was a deep level of toughness, to a point where he had no problem pushing back against the mid-70s’ Philadelphia Flyers. And legend has it the Flyers tried to trade for Borje Salming. I ran that one by flyer legend Bobby Clarke, and he said, 'You said you know what? I'm pretty sure everyone did because Borje Salming was that special.’ But beyond that, he was humble. He never flaunted his greatness."
 
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Salming's death has Maple Leafs teammate Turnbull 'shocked and saddened' | NHL.com

Hall of Famer died from ALS at 71, remembered fondly by former defense partner
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"His English," Ian Turnbull was saying with a laugh, "was way better than he let on. He played that card every now and then: 'I don't understand…'"

Borje Salming and Turnbull arrived in the NHL together, at the start of the 1973-74 season. They were teammates on the Toronto Maple Leafs for eight-plus seasons, defense partners for a good portion of that and roommates on the road for a few years.

On Thursday from his home in Torrance, California, Turnbull was remembering his dear friend, Salming having died earlier that day after a short battle with ALS.

"I always picked up the check for room service," he said, laughing again about his conveniently unilingual Swedish roomie. "We sure had a heck of a lot of fun in those days."

Turnbull's tone grew somber as he considered the loss of a friend.

"The guy's a legend, right?" he said. "I'm shocked and saddened that he went as fast as he did, to be honest. Nothing's guaranteed in this life. Carpe diem, as they say. Seize the day."

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Borje Salming (left) and Ian Turnbull in Toronto Maple Leafs portraits. Hockey Hall of Fame/Getty Images

From the West Coast, Turnbull had watched his former blue line mate lift the roof of Scotiabank Arena during two pregame ceremonies earlier this month, Salming honored with the Hockey Hall of Fame's Class of 2022 on Nov. 11, then alone the following night.

"I'm at a loss for words because Borje rallied to come to Toronto," he said, Salming having summoned enough strength to travel one last time to North America from his native Sweden. "I think they did a fantastic job (to honor Salming). I saw a few videos, it was very emotional and stirring and wonderful for him. I've got nothing but great memories of the guy."
 
Ahh i wanna share some funny moments with Börje! on Swedish tv! and just not all this tragic

Hehe this is funny af! Markoolio a swedish rapper talks with Börje about something the guys did back in Toronto when they became bloodbrothers:D!!! it's good to have a laugh even in this missary! and this is how i wanna remeber Börje! the Warrior but verry close to have a good laugh!
 
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Salming's illness and death hit home a bit more poignantly for myself.

My dad died of ALS in a similar fashion about 10 yrs ago - often the disease can take years to kill you inch by inch, sometimes it can take even a decade . . . and that is a painfully slow and horrible process . . . but for my dad, and I can say this because I've seen it . . . I can say I was thankful that in the end, the disease ended the ordeal quickly, and didn't drag on for years and years while my father was barely living. He was a proud, physically natured man - and I know that Borje as an ex athlete was certainly of that same mindset - so it was a blessing that he was only really bedridden for a month or two at the end. And from seeing Borje only a week previous at the hall of fame celebrations and getting his beautiful, wondrous moment . . . it was even a quicker, and dare I say more gracious way to leave this world.

Rest in peace Borje. A life well lived, and well loved.
 
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slozo said:
Salming's illness and death hit home a bit more poignantly for myself.

My dad died of ALS in a similar fashion about 10 yrs ago - often the disease can take years to kill you inch by inch, sometimes it can take even a decade . . . and that is a painfully slow and horrible process . . . but for my dad, and I can say this because I've seen it . . . I can say I was thankful that in the end, the disease ended the ordeal quickly, and didn't drag on for years and years while my father was barely living. He was a proud, physically natured man - and I know that Borje as an ex athlete was certainly of that same mindset - so it was a blessing that he was only really bedridden for a month or two at the end. And from seeing Borje only a week previous at the hall of fame celebrations and getting his beautiful, wondrous moment . . . it was even a quicker, and dare I say more gracious way to leave this world.

Rest in peace Borje. A life well lived, and well loved.
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Sad to hear! my condolances! (sorry for the spelling)!

ALS is a disgusting diseases! friend of my nephew died in ALS when he was 18...
 
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kevsh said:
Due to popular demand, the patch will be available to buy starting tomorrow (Wednesday) at the RealSports web site and at ScotiaBank arena (see the article link in the tweet):

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I'm there next on the 10th, have a to grab a few for the jerseys.
Guessing, $21.00 a patch.
 
Much love to Toronto! not my team in NHL! but Salming was a legend of his own here in Sweden and the love and support he got from you guys are amazing!!!

And that they will give all profit to ASL!!! much love to you all guys! and to Toronto as an organization!

#f***ALS!
 
kevsh said:
Due to popular demand, the patch will be available to buy starting tomorrow (Wednesday) at the RealSports web site and at ScotiaBank arena (see the article link in the tweet):

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Thinking of buying a jersey today given the cause. I want another Matthews jersey but getting Nylander seems pretty fitting in this case...
 
Lived in Buffalo during his hey day. Saw a lot of games on tv with M. Palmateer, L. McDonald, Salming and Sittler. God bless and rip.
 
Leafs announce Reverse Retro jersey, and the Salming memorial patch, are being retired after tonight's match.
Going to buy one today - all proceeds go to ALS, which is a lovely touch.
 
Tak7 said:
Leafs announce Reverse Retro jersey, and the Salming memorial patch, are being retired after tonight's match.
Going to buy one today - all proceeds go to ALS, which is a lovely touch.
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Like they're not wearing them after tonight? Really?
 
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aphyro said:
I don't know and don't feel like i can speak for NHL!... but as a Swede myself i think number #21 should be retired in Tre Kronor and in SHL
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Did he always wear #21 for Tre Kronor? I seem to recall him with #5 in the first Canada Cup.

Not that it matters at all - he'll always be #21.
 
Rob Brown said:
Like they're not wearing them after tonight? Really?
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Correct.
They really didn't seem to have any purpose other than a money grab. Seems strange that they aren't being worn again despite 3 quarters of the season left. No RR vs RR either.
Just strange.
 
Tak7 said:
Correct.
They really didn't seem to have any purpose other than a money grab. Seems strange that they aren't being worn again despite 3 quarters of the season left. No RR vs RR either.
Just strange.
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Where did they mention that? I can't seem to find it anywhere.
 
$13 to ship the patch? Over half the price of the patch itself? I really want the patch, but no thanks. Wish that was thought out better.

I'll be making a $21 donation to the ALS Foundation directly in honour of Borje instead.
 
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