RJ split

Rick Jeanneret's announcing career was good.

After 51 years on the air, Jeanneret signed off for the final time with an emotional goodbye.

Earlier this season, the Buffalo Sabres held a special night honoring the broadcasting legend, complete with
raising a banner
with his initials.
Fittingly, he got to call an overtime win.

Before the game, the tributes were plentiful, including a pair of incredible RJ skates.

During the pregame, Jeanneret was typically not-so serious, wearing a special balloon animal mascot on his head.

The team also played a special tribute video to their longtime voice.

Sabres legend Dominik Hasek, who Jeanneret dubbed "The Dominator," sent a video message.

Current players, new and old, also wished him well.

His colleagues, Brian Duff, Marty Biron and Robbie Ray also paid tribute.

Fans also lined up to say their goodbyes, which included a special edition page of The Buffalo News.

It was a first class sendoff for one of the most famous voices in hockey history.