It's no secret that WBF is one of the most decorated general managers in the history of our league. He was at the helm of a juggernaut of a team for the better part of 15 seasons and managed to secure 4 cups for Buffalo during his tenure. More impressive than that though, to me atleast, is how he managed the teams assets and always kept a steady flow of great prospects and high picks flowing into Buffalo, so much so that it turned into a meme! Wannabefinns longevity, success, business savvy and ability to constantly find hidden gems to add to his team all speak volumes of his ability in the GMs chair. Its very seldom someone who is so good at every aspect of managing in this league comes along, WBF is definitely one of those people.

“WBF wrote the book in the SHL on modern GMing, from STHS to the FHM era and his contributions to the team (Buffalo) still shine to this day, as well as his record.”

“Built the Buffalo dynasty. Got a league wide reputation of fleecing everyone in trades, yet still managed to make trades happen to constantly put the team in the best place to win. 4 championships, a ton of uppercut nominations. WBF's tenure in Buffalo will be one of the best stints of any team ever. Navigated the FHM transition brilliantly, and put a competitive product on the ice.”

“WBF might be in the conversation for most decorated GM in SHL history. During his tenure Buffalo was one of the undisputed power teams in the league, winning 4 cups with him at the helm. He was nominated for best GM a mind boggling 9 times and won it twice. He also won the McKeil once during his tenure. Combine this with his longevity, work ethic and shrewd trading and you've got a slam dunk for the Hall of Fame if there ever was one.”

“Most wins out of any gm eligible by almost 200, most challenge cups out of any gm eligible, built one of the best dynasties of his era that is only comparable to Hallsy and the Steelhawks.”

“4 cups”

Please join me in congratulating @WannabeFinn on his induction into the SHL Hall of Fame as a GM!