There's no other word but legend.
That's what Dominick Critelli is.
He's a 104-year old World War II veteran. He was a member of the Army, a Staff Sergeant.
And on Saturday night, he performed the national anthem before the New York Islanders' home game.
He played it on his saxophone.
What a scene:
104 year old World War 2 Veteran Dominick Critelli performed the National Anthem on the saxophone at tonight’s game! Pic.twitter.com/m0v0WT6L2Y
— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) December 28, 2025
There really are no words to put here.
Everything about this is just magical and special.
Shoutout to the Islanders for allowing for this to happen, but this is all about Critelli.
A long time ago, he put his nation before self.
And on Saturday night, he got to take the spotlight in a way that left everyone in awe.
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