Versatility has been a trademark of Lorentz’ career as a player and broadcaster for the Sabres. Beginning in 1981, he has been involved as the color commentator for radio and in his present role of television commentator since the 1992-93 season.
Lorentz played 10 seasons in the NHL with Boston, St. Louis, the New York Rangers and Buffalo. His 331 points rank him fourteenth in all-time scoring for the Sabres, totaling 134 goals, 197 assists in 487 games. He retired in 1978 with 399 points in the NHL and a Stanley Cup Championship with the Bruins in 1970.
In addition to his work with the Sabres, the Waterloo, Ontario, native runs a hockey program for youth each summer.