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The Buffalo Sabres' playoff quest includes some serious NHL pedigree.

Josh Doan brings a famous hockey last name to the party.

Doan has been one of the Sabres' best young players, which is certainly a big deal in and of itself.

When you consider who his dad is, it's not a big surprise.

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Josh Doan's father is the NHL great Shane Doan.

He totaled 972 points, including 402 goals and 570 assists.

Shane played a season for the Winnipeg Jets, then the rest of his way to 21 total NHL seasons with the Phoenix/Arizona Coyotes.

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He was a well-respected player, including wins in the Messier Leadership Award and the Clancy Award.

His son Josh is just 24. He's coming off a career year with the Sabres, 52 points in 82 games (25 goals, 27 assists).

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