Salming: "I'll never forget our game in Toronto. The fans gave me a standing ovation during the introductions. I was representing my country and Canadian fans gave me a standing ovation. Sometimes hockey has no country."
Salming: "I'll never forget our game in Toronto. The fans gave me a standing ovation during the introductions. I was representing my country and Canadian fans gave me a standing ovation. Sometimes hockey has no country."
I remember this, watching the game as a kid. It was aired in the middle of the night here in Sweden. The swedish TV-commentators were as surprised as I was when Salming got this standing ovation. I think no one here really understood how popular Salming was in Toronto at the time. The game, by the way, ended 4-0 to Canada.
And this tournament came on the heels of playoff series against the Flyers where they did their best to intimidate Salming without any success. He was a warrior and idolized across Canada, not just in Toronto.
@@tistelnilsson I have seen the Hockey Game Leksand-Brynäs. Before the second period began, there were a silent minute because Börje Salming has died. I´m very sad. A strong man, the pioneer of Swedish Hockey in the NHL. i will never forget him. R.I.P. King Salming.
salming is the best toronto maple leaf since 1967, a true leader, outstanding individual and a man who played to win every hockey game during his stellar career, if you want to win play like Borge Salming 🍁 thank you Borge
I can't imagine the Canadian players being upset about this. They would easily understand the appreciation that the hockey center of the world would have for one of its own. It's called giving respect where respect is due. I think it's very classy in my opinion and I'm sure the majority of the Canadian players would feel the same way.
being a bruin and Orr fan,,,,i remember as a kid,,,being beyond excited with anticipation knowing Orr was finally going to play in an international tournament as his knees prevented that in 72....and Orr even on bad knees,,,,did not disappoint me,,,,
The moment was said in the Swedish newspaper to have happened before a match between Sweden and the USA (in Canada, of course). Here it says Canada - Sweden.
It's obvious that Salming would get that ovation in his home rink. What's amazing to me is that Orr got a standing ovation in Toronto, which was the only place that he got booed regularly.
Toronto was the only place where Orr got booed during the regular season. They had a chance to draft him but didn't get him. Getting a standing ovation here showed that the Toronto fans knew that the end was near and wanted to show their appreciation.
@@gustafhermansson8719 His knees where badly damaged at that point. He only played another 26 games and had to retire at the age of 29. He had at Least 12 knee operations during his 10 year career. He was never fully healthy which made what he did, leading the league in scoring as a defenseman, even more incredible
@TheNorgate now I realize that you meant Orr, not Salming (my bad, your initial comment was crystal clear). I couldn't understand how another 13 seasons in Toronto could be considered as "the end was near" 😄
Music Guru -Doug Harvey (Montreal), Eddie Shore (Boston), Brad Park (NYR & Boston) and the all time points leader by a defenseman, Ray Bourque, May disagree with you. Salming was a great defenseman but he was not in that league. Infact Serge Savard and Larry Robinson May claim to be ranked higher.
Not all Canadians hate Eurpoeans. Only Don Cherry. Besides, Salming - by this point in his career - was so entrenched in the North American style of play, that he wasn't considered a European import anymore. He was a genuine NHL superstar. Had he played with anyone else but the Leafs, he would have retired with a couple of Stanley Cup rings.
Juha Widing was the first Swedish hockey player who managed to gain a foothold in the NHL club. After all, until 1972, the Europeans did not consider strong players. Even two of the superstars of the Swedish hockey - Uffe Sterner and Tumba Johansson - failed to do. If I am not mistaken for Juha was the only tournament in the Swedish national team.
Hall of Fame News: A four-day celebration from November 11-14, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario featuring fan forums, signings, hockey games and the Induction Celebration. Salming has sadly recently been struck by ALS, but the latest news is that he will try to come for the three Swedes that will be inducted into the Hall of Fame: Daniel Sedin, Henrik Sedin and Daniel Alfredsson. Along with Roberto Luongo and Riikka Sallinen. Maybe this will be on TV somewhere.
I Hammarström - Widing - B. Salming - Lundström - B Johansson - and so many more - what a game that was- not to tribute Canada as well - epic game that one
@mjonas10 not at all! We actually have a deep respect for all European players because 1) It's nice to see the game has made it there and 2) Many of our greatest players in Canadian teams were European, example my favourite player of all time is Mats Sundin ;)
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This is a great moment. But at the time, Salming felt awkward. He was embarrassed. The Maple Leafs were his team and Canada his second home. But right there he was representing Tre Kronor, Team Sweden. I believe the Canadian players weren’t too happy about it.
I could be wrong but I think he's just displaying general Swedish awkwardness to being in the spotlight ("Law of Jante") and as a pro-athlete keeping his mind on the game.
Just look at those jerseys and helmets (well, when it comes to the Canadians, their incredible hairstyles, hehe...). Things were better back in the days, eh?
The way Börje was so uncomfortable with all of that praise is the most Swedish thing I’ve ever see. 😂
You are so right about that 😂😂😂
He's from the north of Sweden and thats VERY typical for people up north....
True.
Funny, because it's true...
@@AnnWahlquist guess you never been to Kiruna where Börje is from then...bragging about oneself is very common in that area.
Salming: "I'll never forget our game in Toronto. The fans gave me a standing ovation during the introductions. I was representing my country and Canadian fans gave me a standing ovation. Sometimes hockey has no country."
Wrong game. It was the one against USA. This is against Canada
@@dannemannen18 They were both in the Maple Leaf Gardens. But the USA one was first so yeah, I can see that.
But he got one here as well.
This is one of the greatest moments in Swedish hockey history.
One of the Greatest moments in Toronto hockey history. Borje is a legend.
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Salming: "I'll never forget our game in Toronto. The fans gave me a standing ovation during the introductions. I was representing my country and Canadian fans gave me a standing ovation. Sometimes hockey has no country."
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The greatest memory of Börje who went today (24th nov) the hockey skies has another legend added to the team. RIP
What a lovely comment
Vila i frid Börje. Vilken Legend ❤
Loved watching BJ play , fantastic defenceman and a wonderful human being . still have my Leafs t shirt with Salming 21 on the back .
He deserved the ovation for what he had to go through.
You’ll be missed, but not forgotten.
after watching the salming intro I still got the same goosebumps as I got when I was 8 years old
Vila i frid Börje❤️ för evigt en stor förebild❤️
Скромный парень, я помню его ещё с Чемпионата Мира 1973 в Москве!
Отлично себя показал!
Hej då Börje...Loved by everyone in Sweden...
I remember this, watching the game as a kid. It was aired in the middle of the night here in Sweden.
The swedish TV-commentators were as surprised as I was when Salming got this standing ovation. I think no one here really understood how popular Salming was in Toronto at the time.
The game, by the way, ended 4-0 to Canada.
Wasn't he a Leaf during that tournament? Salming?
@@christosnikitakis6675 yes, he was. Had been 3 years in Toronto by the time of this game
And this tournament came on the heels of playoff series against the Flyers where they did their best to intimidate Salming without any success. He was a warrior and idolized across Canada, not just in Toronto.
Thanks for reminder of that game. I was a boy probably watched it but was long ago.
He's still the king here in Sweden :)
He's still the King here in Toronto too! : )
@@randychase305 and Toronto just prowed you right!
One of the greatest ever.
Keep fighting Börje👍
It will be a terrible fight. I love the KING.
@@czechhockeyfan4403 Died yesterday (Thursday)! RIP
@@tistelnilsson I have seen the Hockey Game Leksand-Brynäs. Before the second period began, there were a silent minute because Börje Salming has died. I´m very sad. A strong man, the pioneer of Swedish Hockey in the NHL. i will never forget him. R.I.P. King Salming.
He'd only been there about 3 seasons. They really loved him.
Bobby Orr, Tournament MVP...and Borje Salming. ..awesome video, thx!
salming is the best toronto maple leaf since 1967, a true leader, outstanding individual and a man who played to win every hockey game during his stellar career, if you want to win play like Borge Salming 🍁 thank you Borge
One of the greatest Swedish legends. Rest in peace, Börje.
Bruins fan here. Salming class player. Appreciated by class fans
@@hugomikaelsson4055Cherry didn't like him at first but changed his tune later when he realized what a warrior he was
I love Salming. My heart is with him.
Vila i frid. Rest in peace.
I can't imagine the Canadian players being upset about this. They would easily understand the appreciation that the hockey center of the world would have for one of its own. It's called giving respect where respect is due. I think it's very classy in my opinion and I'm sure the majority of the Canadian players would feel the same way.
Yes. Would never happend in the us. Canada for the win.
I salute the Canadian fans for this. They reflect very much my view as for Canadians as a whole. On this sad day it means a lot.
This is why I love hockey!!!
Mikael Johansson å
RIP Salming! :(
RIP Börje
The King ❤❤❤
being a bruin and Orr fan,,,,i remember as a kid,,,being beyond excited with anticipation knowing Orr was finally going to play in an international tournament as his knees prevented that in 72....and Orr even on bad knees,,,,did not disappoint me,,,,
Börje Salming passed away today November 24, 2022
The bravest player ever
I remember delivering pizza to Borje one time , still a big thrill.
Did you give him the scroogie on the exchange rate?
Lanny McDonald gets introduced and taps Bobby Orr on his bad knees with his hockey stick. Lol.😅
RIP legend 😢
Слушауте, вы! САЛЬМИНГ, Лучший защитник в истори хоккея. ОН презошел даже Бобби ОРРА.
Yesterday , today and tomorrow.!
Will always be the king 👑
REST IN PEACE BÖRJE SALMING!!!.... YOU'RE A TRUE LEGEND AND PIONEER
Rest in peace Börje ❤️
Fantastic! Leaf fans cheering a Swede.
I have never heard of anything like this happening ever since. Unique
RIP Legend!
Juha Widing - a forgotten star.... Salming - da king! 500 stitches and never complained....
The moment was said in the Swedish newspaper to have happened before a match between Sweden and the USA (in Canada, of course). Here it says Canada - Sweden.
Salming is the coolest ever! Interesting to see the Canadian players that thought that hairspray was a better choice than a helmet.
lol
Awesome player. RIP
Voted best moment in Swedish history ahead of gold medals...pretty impressive...
Rest in peace
Salming you are the best, ever!
It's obvious that Salming would get that ovation in his home rink. What's amazing to me is that Orr got a standing ovation in Toronto, which was the only place that he got booed regularly.
True enough, but he was representing Canada, and that made it all good.
Toronto was the only place where Orr got booed during the regular season. They had a chance to draft him but didn't get him.
Getting a standing ovation here showed that the Toronto fans knew that the end was near and wanted to show their appreciation.
How do you mean the end was near?
@@gustafhermansson8719 His knees where badly damaged at that point. He only played another 26 games and had to retire at the age of 29. He had at Least 12 knee operations during his 10 year career. He was never fully healthy which made what he did, leading the league in scoring as a defenseman, even more incredible
@TheNorgate now I realize that you meant Orr, not Salming (my bad, your initial comment was crystal clear).
I couldn't understand how another 13 seasons in Toronto could be considered as "the end was near" 😄
@@gustafhermansson8719 Perfectly understandable mistake. I should have made it clearer
Three of the four best defenceman of all time are on the ice together
yes. denis potvin, börje salming and björn johansson
Music Guru -Doug Harvey (Montreal), Eddie Shore (Boston), Brad Park (NYR & Boston) and the all time points leader by a defenseman, Ray Bourque, May disagree with you. Salming was a great defenseman but he was not in that league. Infact Serge Savard and Larry Robinson May claim to be ranked higher.
I liked that the man with the speaker didn't introduce the next guy, until Börje got his ovation. Very well done.
@@5inthehole it's almost as if points are not the most important thing for a defenseman 🤯
@@5inthehole I whole Canadian arena disagreed with you. Congratulations.
He is a legend and close to i am born in sweden 🇸🇪 one of the best in world 🌎
Rest in peace king!
Not all Canadians hate Eurpoeans. Only Don Cherry. Besides, Salming - by this point in his career - was so entrenched in the North American style of play, that he wasn't considered a European import anymore. He was a genuine NHL superstar. Had he played with anyone else but the Leafs, he would have retired with a couple of Stanley Cup rings.
Chicken Swedes, my arse.. Börje is the toughest shit that has ever been on ice. He has some 1000 stitches just in the face alone.
He was a king.
Borje was the Jackie Robinson for the Swedes
+DeathWish1974 haha thats true. He was one pioneer for the whole European hockey migration..
Swedes, Russians, Czechs, Fins, etc.
For all European players.
Orr was at the end, but what a warrior!!!!
Rest in peace Börje.. ❤️
Juha Widing was the first Swedish hockey player who managed to gain a foothold in the NHL club. After all, until 1972, the Europeans did not consider strong players. Even two of the superstars of the Swedish hockey - Uffe Sterner and Tumba Johansson - failed to do. If I am not mistaken for Juha was the only tournament in the Swedish national team.
Hall of Fame News: A four-day celebration from November 11-14, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario featuring fan forums, signings, hockey games and the Induction Celebration. Salming has sadly recently been struck by ALS, but the latest news is that he will try to come for the three Swedes that will be inducted into the Hall of Fame: Daniel Sedin, Henrik Sedin and Daniel Alfredsson. Along with Roberto Luongo and Riikka Sallinen. Maybe this will be on TV somewhere.
He has come, but very sad to see him in this tragical condition.
No helmets!! Got to love it!!! Roggie in net (reminds me of the goalie in the Slapshot movie). He was smallllll ,compared to the guys in net today!!!!
The greatest 🙏🇸🇪❤️
Rest in peace Börje ❤
Legend 👍😎
Fy fan va mäktigt!!
I Hammarström - Widing - B. Salming - Lundström - B Johansson - and so many more - what a game that was- not to tribute Canada as well - epic game that one
Widing, Hammarström and Salming ... Wow what a line ...
Darly Sitler, Lanny McDonald, and Borje Salming - all playing for leafs at the same time lol.
nsakic all stars on a shit team..
What can we say. Proud Swe!
RESPECT!
Bobby Orr!! YES!!
Wow, the size of Orr's gloves was insane but no wrist injuries I assume.
did they say that the swedish goalie was hardy aastrom? apparently don cherry still has nightmares about him
R.i.p legend
Sad to hear about ALS. Hope he can defeat it
I was very sad too. He was one of the first Europenas playing in the nhl. Big Nedo (Vaclav Nedomansky ) from Czech and King Salming from Sweden.
No one defeats ALS. Börje is dead in a year or two. Very sad.
@@johannaw2031 With the first part you´re right. But look at Steven Hawking.
He lives a lot of decades with this terrible disease.
"I luv It" Börje Salming entré!
He lives across the street from me in Stockholm :) I see a bunch whilst getting pizza lol
Borje was pretty special player ...Salming was no slouch 😃
Salming deserved the admiration by fans. He was an incredible hockey player on a horrible team.
I have met Salming for real, he was eating outside dinner at my friends neigbours place : ) ofcourse I had to say hi and he was very friendly :D
This must have been in 1976
i have this on dvd
Salming the best and tough as nails
RIP Salming.
Canada in the Seventies had the most stylish jerseys in the game...then the committees fixed that.
RIP Borje.
Björn Johansson is so cool!
Glömmer aldrig detta, satt i Sverige och såg på tv, bara stjärnor på is börje och jag är lika gamla. Rest in peace.
@mjonas10 not at all! We actually have a deep respect for all European players because 1) It's nice to see the game has made it there and 2) Many of our greatest players in Canadian teams were European, example my favourite player of all time is Mats Sundin ;)
Backström killed it
You know when the king enters thye arean right - RIP B Salming
The greatest ever... ORR
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I wanted to know why, so I did what he did. I spend my life with the fallen. The corrupt. The damaged. Look at you, you were so ready to get on that Raptor with me today.
@ottvalley Sundin was a classy guy and an outstanding center. Too bad he spent his better years with the dysfunctional Leafs
rest easy Borje
❤️Mannen myten legenden💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
when players equipment made them look like hockey players not football players
And is that the late, great Dan Kelly behind the mike?
No, it's Ron Roush of CTV.
This is a great moment. But at the time, Salming felt awkward. He was embarrassed. The Maple Leafs were his team and Canada his second home. But right there he was representing Tre Kronor, Team Sweden.
I believe the Canadian players weren’t too happy about it.
I could be wrong but I think he's just displaying general Swedish awkwardness to being in the spotlight ("Law of Jante") and as a pro-athlete keeping his mind on the game.
Those are some pretty sexy line-ups.
Just look at those jerseys and helmets (well, when it comes to the Canadians, their incredible hairstyles, hehe...).
Things were better back in the days, eh?
Kung BJ