Alexander Mogilny
NHL Star and Stanley Cup Champion · Ice Hockey - NHL
Buffalo Sabres
Era
1990s
Item Type
Official NHL team logo hockey puck
Condition
Very Good condition with minor rubbing on the silver marker ink but solid overall clarity on a standard display puck.
Rarity
Moderately scarce for clean vintage Buffalo Sabres items, as Mogilny autographs are somewhat regional to Buffalo and Vancouver markets.
Overall Assessment
A wonderful piece of 90s hockey memorabilia featuring one of the era's most explosive offensive talents on his original team's logo puck.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic based on signature form and matching Buffalo Sabres era item context.
Signature Style
First initial and last name with distinct upward loop flourishes characteristic of his early to mid-90s signing style.
Signature Characteristics
Fast execution, fluent loops, consistent slant, and adequate pen pressure with typical silver paint pen thickness.
Ink & Medium
Silver paint pen, well-contrasted against the dark vulcanized rubber surface of the hockey puck.
Item Description
Buffalo Sabres logo puck featuring the classic goathead or charging buffalo design with official NHL licensing mark.
Estimated Value
$50 - $150 depending on third-party authentication and specific certification grade.
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard certified Alexander Mogilny exemplars from his tenure with the Buffalo Sabres during the 1990s.
Authentication Tips
Examine the formation of the 'A' initial and the rapid downward loop on the last name, ensuring natural hand speed without hesitation tremors.
Certification Recommendation
PSA/DNA or JSA (James Spence Authentication) are recommended for hockey memorabilia authentication.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; ink adheres well to the rubber puck surface without unnatural pooling.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from a general collection; obtaining a letter of provenance or third-party certification is advised to maximize future resale value.
Historical Context
Alexander Mogilny was a trailblazing Soviet defector who became one of the elite goal scorers of the 1990s NHL, notably scoring 76 goals in the 1992-93 season.
Market Trends
Stable to moderately appreciating demand for 90s NHL stars, especially as vintage jersey and puck collecting gains popularity.
Investment Potential
Solid hold for hockey collectors, with potential value spikes if he is eventually inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Similar Autographs
Pat LaFontaine, Dominik Hasek, and other notable 1990s Buffalo Sabres star players.
Display & Preservation
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent silver paint pen fading, and store in a UV-protected acrylic puck cube.
Interesting Facts
Mogilny famously defected from the Soviet Union in 1989 with the help of Buffalo Sabres executives, becoming one of the first Soviet stars to jump to the NHL.