Eric Bodamer

Designer Fanatics NHL | Captivating Fans Through Purposeful Design and Storytelling | Silver Clio Seattle Kraken Brand ID | Originator of Reverse Retro

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

This made my day!

[BucciOT.Com @Buccigross]

Good luck, Eric! You'll do great.

[NHL Alumni @NHLAlumni]

The NHL Alumni Association is devastated to share that Claude Lemieux has passed away at the age of 60.

Born in Buckingham, Quebec, Claude was selected by the Montreal Canadiens in the second round of the 1983 NHL Entry Draft and would make his NHL debut just a few months later on October 13, 1983 and scored his first career NHL goal on December 4, 1983.

Claude split time between the Canadiens organization and the QMJHL from 1983 to 1985, capturing the President’s Cup with the Verdun Junior Canadiens in 1985 as QMJHL playoff champions, while earning the Guy Lafleur Trophy as Playoff MVP.

The very next season, Claude recorded 10 goals and 16 points in 20 playoff games as he and the Montreal Canadiens won the Stanley Cup. Claude remained with the Canadiens for an additional four seasons before joining the New Jersey Devils ahead of the 1990-91 season.

In 1994-95, his fifth and final season with New Jersey, Claude led the Devils to their first Stanley Cup championship, registering 13 goals in 20 playoff games, taking home the Conn Smythe Trophy as Playoff MVP. As a member of the Colorado Avalanche in 1995-96, Claude was once again an integral part of team history as the Avalanche hoisted Lord Stanley’s Cup for the very first time in 1996.

Claude played 297 regular-season games in an Avalanche uniform before rejoining the New Jersey Devils in November of 1999, and for a fourth and final time, would be crowned a Stanley Cup champion on June 10, 2000. Claude later played for the Phoenix Coyotes and Dallas Stars before making a comeback with the San Jose Sharks during the 2008-09 season.

Internationally, Claude represented Canada on several occasions, including capturing a gold medal at the 1985 World Junior Hockey Championships and winning the 1987 Canada Cup.

He was loved by his wife and four children, and on behalf of the Lemieux family, we kindly ask that everyone respect their privacy during this difficult time.

Memorial service details to follow.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Thank you @dave__murray for the unexpected mail today, this is awesome! #letsgobuffalo #Sabres

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@4570Govt It was a no-brainer once we got this sample in. No extra loose ones floating around.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Loyal to the crest. Here’s the original pencil sketch for the embroidery detail on the bison, and the first sample crest for the 50th.
#LetsGoBuffalo

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@sabstalk @2ITB_Buffalo Yes, that’s a small part of it too. There’s a string of thoughts that went into the inspiration. The Knox brothers Ivy League background ie: the Sabres patch on SHKIII blazer. Everything pointing to elevating the crest to the level of reverence it demands.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@garretw5 My first thought too

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Inspired by heraldic coat of arms, the idea was simple: this was more than just a team crest — it was a family crest. A symbol uniting the team, the city, and the fans as one.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Derek Plante! #LetsGoBuffalo

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@JackKreuzer 💯

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Enjoying the “bang the drum“ conversation. For me, I would go with the OG, Perreault.
Drafting him in the first year that Montréal did not have automatic dibs on French Canadian players.
Plante is great choice too. Flip a coin.
#letsgobuffalo

[Daren Puppa, NHL @DarenPuppa]

Steve Christie,”Buffalo Bills kicker Legend” wearing my game worn Buffalo Sabres jersey in Nashville in support of the Sabres. His Buddy rocking the Puppa-Man shirt. Steve and I have been friends since 1994 when we met in Tampa. #billsmafia #buffalosabres #buffalobills #nhl #nfl

[Buffalo Sabres @BuffaloSabres]

We’re proud to introduce Stark Tech as our official away jersey patch partner!

The Stark Tech logo will be featured on our white jerseys beginning in the 2026-27 season.

Learn more about our decades-long partnership with the Buffalo-based company → https://t.co/yL1qsBmX1U

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@EliTheProph @2ITB_Buffalo I created the grey first, so that's where my heart lies.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@BuffaloSabres @7thManSabres

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@JackKreuzer Is it too late to request to wear white at home and on the road?

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@jimverdi No, just a bad customization with way too thick outline.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

The first two jerseys I ever bought as a kid. Round 2 will be a classic Adams division clash. #letsgobuffalo

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@disneywifee No professional designer should be using Canva, fam.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

@SHKIIIsGhost @BuffaloSabres @TimHortonsUS Good to be seen, been a hot minute.

[Eric Bodamer @ericbodamer]

Starting the @BuffaloSabres playoff Gameday proper here in Atlanta.
#LetsGoBuffalo @TimHortonsUS